Waterfalls in Kerala
Waterfalls
in Ernakulam :
Mulamkuzhi
:
This is a tiny village nearly 15kms from Malayattur. The crystal
clear medicated water of the River Mulamkuzhi and the waterfalls
of Venanbravady near Malayattur is an enchanting sight. There
is also a confluence of the rivers Periyar and Perumthode.
Waterfalls
in Idukki :
Attukal
:
This place is located between Munnar and Pallivasal, and a
beautiful sight of waterfalls and rolling hills can be seen
here. Attukal is also ideal for long treks
Cheeyappara
:
The Cheeyappara and Valara waterfalls are located between
Narimangalam and Adimali on the kochi-Madurai highway. The
Cheeyapara waterfalls cascade down in seven steps. It is a
real feast for the eyes.
Nyayamkad
:
10 Kms from Munnar, located between Munnar and Rajamala Nyamkad
is a land of breathtaking waterfalls. The Waters cascade down
a hill from a height of about 1600 meters, the enchanting
surrounding make an excellent picnic spot and trekking point.
Power
House Waterfall :
18 Km from Munnar, this waterfall is on the way to Thekkady
from Munnar, which cascades down to step rock 2000m above
sea level. The spot is enriched which the scenic western mountain
range and is an ideal place for a break on the way to the
Periyar Wildlife sanctuary.
Thommankuthu
:
28 km from Thodupuzha is Thommankutthu, which is famous for
its numerous waterfalls. This place is ideal for natural lovers
as the seven-step waterfall here is a much loved picnic spot.
At each step, there is a cascade and a pool beneath to enjoy
the panoramic beauty; the best way is to undertake a trek
that takes one to the top of the mountain, a 12 km. climb.
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Waterfalls
in Kozhikode (Calicut) :
Thusharagiri
:
Lying 50kms east of Kozhikode, Thusharagiri is a little tribal
tourist spot in Kerala. Tow streams originating from the Western
Ghats meet here to form the River Challipuzha. The river diverges
into three waterfalls, creating a snowy spray, which gives
the name 'Thusharagiri' which means 'snowy peak'. A 5km trek
upstream will take one to the stream's origin. Of the three
waterfalls, the highest is the Thenpara that drops 75 metres
below.
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Waterfalls
in Kottayam :
Kesari
Waterfalls :
The Kesari waterfalls, also known as Valanjamkanam falls,
lies between Kuttikanam and Murinjapuzha on the Kottayam-Kumaly
route. Valanjamkanam is a 3 hr. journey from Kottayam by any
bus to Kumaly; trek to Kuttikanan offers additional adventurous
spirit and closeness to nature.
Maramala
Waterfall :
This lies a few kms away from Eerattupetta. It is exactly
7 kms from Teekoy rubber estate. From here a private vehicle
can take you further 2 kms after which the road is not motor
able. To reach the falls one has to trek through the estate
over the rocky path. The waterfall is about 60 metres in height,
falling into a 12-meter deep pool and joins the River Teekoy
way down.
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Waterfalls
in Palakkad (Palghat) :
Dhoni
:
A Dhoni waterfall is a 3 hours trek from the base of the Dhoni
Hills. A thick reserve forest surrounds it. Dhoni is about
15 kms from Palakkad.
Meenvallam
:
A Meenvallam waterfall is around 8kms from Thuppanad junction
on the Palakkad- Manarkkad route. It is a combination of enchanting
beauty and scenic splendor. The water falls from nearly 20
to 25 feet and the depth is around 15-20 feet. There are 10
steps of waterfalls of which eight are located in the upper
hills inside the dense forest. They are inaccessible, only
the remaining two steps are accessible. One has to hire a
jeep from Koomankund junction and then trek a distance of
1.5 km by crossing the river Thuppanad.
Waterfalls in Pathanamthitta
:
Perumthenaruvi
:
Perumthenaruvi is a famous waterfall on the banks of the River
Pamba. Here, the water flows down a rocky bed into a ravine
60 to 100 feet deep. The place is a favourite picnic spot
for both domestic and foreign tourists.
Waterfalls
in Quilon (Kollam) :
Palaruvi
Waterfalls :
This waterfall falls in the border of Kerala and Tamilnadu.
Its access is 35 kilometers east of Punalur on the Quilon
- Shenkottah road. It is near Ariankavu mountain pass. 5 kilometers
away is the spectacular Palaruvi waterfall at an attitude
of 300 ft. with smaller cascades nearby. There you can see
ruins of ancient temples. The water is said to be medicated
as it flows down from the forest and is said to be a preventive
for many diseases.
Waterfalls
in Trichur (Thrissur) :
Athirapally
and Vazhachal Waterfalls :
East of Chalakudy, near the entrance of the Sholayar forest
ranges are the beautiful waterfalls of Athirapally and Vazhachal,
5 kms apart.
Waterfalls
in Trivandrum :
Aruvi
Waterfalls :
60 kms from Thiruvananthapuram and 7 kms from Bonecaud estate
are the beautiful Aruvi Waterfalls in the Peppara forest range.
This 4 feet cascade is one of the most verdant and untouched
spots in Kerala. Road accessibility is only up to Bonecaud,
there on; the Kanni tribesmen accompany trekkers along the
mountain path. Prior permission from the forest department
is required before approaching the area.
Kombaikani
and Meenmutti Waterfalls :
These are two magnificent waterfalls on the upper reaches
of the Neyyar Reservoir. A trek of 2 kms through dense forests,
would take one to Meenmutti waterfalls and a further 2 kms,
to the Kombaikani waterfalls. The waterfalls and forecasts
around them are worth experiencing.
Waterfalls
in Wayanad :
Chethalayam
Waterfalls :
Chethalayam Waterfalls is located 12kms from Sultan Bathery.
One has to trek around 4kms from Chethalayam for having a
glimpse of this lovely waterfall.
Kanthanpara
Waterfalls :
This waterfall is about 30 m in height and gives a panoramic
view. It is located 12 kms southeast of Kalpetta
Meenmutty
Waterfalls :
Meenmutty Waterfalls has a cascading waterfall in three tiers,
from a height of 500 metres. It is located 12kms east of Meppadi
Sentinal
Rock Water Fall :
Sentinal Rock Water Fall is 22kms at Soochipara near Meppadi,
south of Kalpetta. A three step water fall of more than 200m
in height with a fantastic scenery provides for white water
rafting, swimming, bathing, etc., The tree top huts at Soochipara
will give unique view of the valleys of Western Ghats. It
is also an ideal place for rock climbing.
Soochipara
Waterfalls :
Soochipara Waterfalls is located 22 kms from Hotel Green Gates.
One can reach the waterfalls only after a 2-km walk into the
dense equatorial forest of Wayanad.

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