Handi Khoh Deep Gorge
📍 Handi Khoh Viewpoint, Pachmarhi, Narmadapuram District, Madhya Pradesh 461881
Handi Khoh is Pachmarhi's most dramatic geological ravine — a 300-foot sheer vertical canyon shaped like an earthenware pot ('handi'). Shrouded in dense canopy that blocks sunlight from reaching the canyon floor, local legend relates that it was formerly a toxic lake inhabited by a giant demon serpent until Lord Shiva destroyed it.
Entry Fee
Covered under Pachmarhi forest permit
Best Time
Daytime
Best Season
October to March
Time Required
1–2 hours
How to reach
4 km east of Pachmarhi market on the road to Priyadarshini point.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the entry fee for Handi Khoh Deep Gorge?
The entry fee for Handi Khoh Deep Gorge is Covered under Pachmarhi forest permit.
What is the best time and season to visit Handi Khoh Deep Gorge?
The best season to visit is October to March, and the ideal time of day is morning or late afternoon.
How do I reach Handi Khoh Deep Gorge?
4 km east of Pachmarhi market on the road to Priyadarshini point.
How much time is required to explore Handi Khoh Deep Gorge?
A typical visit to Handi Khoh Deep Gorge takes around 1 to 2 hours.