If it's your first time, then yes, A guide is recommended. There's also a fee of Rs. 250 per head available at Ranijhari cafe, which is at the entrance of the road that leads to the start point.
@@poseidon422 Yes it is. You'll need to leave early in the morning, and back by the evening. I'm saying all this considering you'll have decent fitness levels
Yes you can pitch a tent near the top of the falls. There are 2 spots, one next to the river and another much bigger one above the forest next to the waterfalls.