Mankayam waterfalls

Mankayam waterfalls are located near Palode in Thiruvananthapuram district. This water spectacle can be enjoyed at any time of the year. Mankayam was recently launched as a zone for ecotourism, managed by the State Forest Department. At the Mankayam ecotourism zone, visitors can seek the assistance of guides with the entire activities coordinated by the Vanasamrakshna Samithi (Forest Protection Group), working under the forest department of the State.

Mankayam River is a tributary of Chittar River. The Chittar River originates from the Chemunchi hills and flows through the Brymore forest to form this tributary. Mankayam River on its way produces two waterfalls, one at Kaalakkayam and Kurissadi. The area surrounding the Mankayam waterfall up to Kaalakkayam is covered with dense forests.

How To Reach

Nearest Bus Station :Palode bus station
Nearest Railway Station: Thiruvananthapuram railway station
Nearest Airport :Thiruvananthapuram International Airport

Maramala waterfall

Maramala waterfall is situated in Kottayam district. Maramala Waterfall lies a few kms away from Eerattupetta. It is exactly 7 kms from Teekoy rubber estate. In order to reach there one has to trek from TeekoyThe waterfall is about 60 metres in height, falling into a 12-meter deep pool and joins the River Teekoy way down.From there, it's easy to trek trough the estate and get there.The waterfall cascades from a height of 60 meters and slides down about 200 meters to meet the Teekoy river.

How To Reach

Near Bus Station: Erattupetta bus station

Near Railway Station: Ettumanur Railway station / Kottayam railway station      

Near Airport :Cochin International Airport

Meenvallam waterfalls

Meenvallam waterfall is situated in Palakkad district. The water falls from a height of around 25 ft and the depth of the water is 20 ft. This waterfall has 10 steps and the 8 steps lies in dense forest. Each of these steps has a height that ranges from 5 to 40 m.It originating from the Thuppanadu River - a part of Western Ghats. This place is about 8 km from Thuppanad Junction on Palakkad-Mannarkkad route. Thuppanad Junction is connected by frequent buses from Palakkad. Private vehicles can be hired from here to the falls. About 2 Kms trekking is required to reach these falls which includes crossing Thuppanad River.

How To Reach
Near Bus Station Thuppanad bus station
Near Railway Station Palakkad railway station                                                        
Near Airport Coimbatore International Airport / Cochin International Airport

Rainbow waterfalls/Keezharkuth waterfalls

Rainbow waterfall is situated about 25 kms from Thodupuzha in Idukki district. The Rainbow waterfalls at Keezharkuth in Idukki, which cascades down a rock from a height of about 1500 m is a wonderful attraction of this spot. It can be seen throughout the year in full swing. The forest around this spot is home to various medicinal plants. It is also called as Keezharkuth waterfalls. Keezharkuthu also offers options for trekking, rock climbing and mountaineering. Night camping is another attraction of the place

How To Reach

Near Bus Station Marayoor bus station

Near Railway Station Changanasseri railway station / Ernakulam railway station

Near Airport Cochin International Airport

Thoovanam waterfalls

Thoovanam waterfalls lie in the Chinnar wildlife sanctuary. It is situated near Marayoor in Idukki district. It originates from the part of the Pamba River that flows through the sanctuary. In order to reach this waterfall one has to trek from the Karimutti forest station. The trekking trail to Thoovanam Falls begins at the Alampatty forest station from where tickets for the trek have to be purchased. Being a protected sanctuary, trekking without an entry ticket and guide is not permitted. It takes about an hour to reach the base of the water falls.

If you are lucky, you may even get near to a Giant Grizzled Squirrel, a rare animal for which Chinnar is famous for.

Thoovanam waterfall is about 60 Kms from Munnar hill station.

How To Reach

Near Bus Station Marayoor bus station

Near Railway Station Aluva railway station / Ernakulam railway station

Near Airport Cochin International Airport

Lakkam waterfalls,Munnar

Lakkam waterfalls is Located in the Munnar-Marayoor route, the waterfall is surrounded by ‘Vaga trees’. The waterfall originates from the Eravikulam Plateau. Though the stream creates lots of cascades, most of them are inaccessible. But, due to its visual treat, this destination is one of the most preferable destinations for the tourists. The Lakkam Waterfall cascades down from the rocky cliffs of the splendid Eravikulam Plateau (7300 feet above the sea level) and provide plenty of opportunities to take amazing pictures. It offers an experience that is both, authentic as well a unique and make your trip to Munnar exciting with a lot of options to explore surrounding areas & cuisines.

How to reach

Nearest railway station: Aluva,

Nearest airport: Cochin International Airport 

Kombaikani and Meenmutti waterfalls

 

Two famous waterfalls on the upper part of Neyyar reservoir are the Kombaikani waterfalls and the Meenmutti waterfalls. It is located 45km  away from the city,  these two splendid waterfalls on the upper reaches of the Neyyar Reservoir area is a favorite location for trekkers and birdwatchers.Meenmutti waterfalls are located near Kallar in Thiruvananthapuram district. About 2 kms from this fall lies the Kombaikani waterfalls. Meenmutti waterfall lies on the way to the Ponmudi hills. These waterfalls and the forests around them are worth seeing. It is a favourite haunt for picnickers and attracts many with an interest in trekking, angling and bird watching.

How to Reach

Nearest Airport: Thiruvananthapuram(Trivandrum) International Airport

Nearest Railway station : Thiruvananthapuram railway station

Dhoni waterfalls

Dhoni waterfall is located on top of Dhoni hills and is about 15 km from Palakkad town and the dense reserve forest surrounding the waterfalls magnifies the beauty of the region. It is an ideal place for trekkers as it requires 3 hours of trekking to reach the top of Dhoni hills. The trekking trail through the wild forest is extremely enchanting, and though the interior regions are rich with wildlife, the route to the waterfalls is safe to tread through. Water from here ultimately feeds Malampuzha Dam.

The ideal time to visit the waterfalls is soon after the monsoon as the surroundings are blessed with newly sprouted greenery and the streams are freshly replenished.

How to Reach

Nearest Airport: Coimbatore International Airport, about 78 km and Calicut (Kozhikode) International Airport ,about 101 km

Nearest Railway station : Palakkad, via Olavakkode – Dhoni Rd, about 12 km

Kanthanpara waterfalls

Kanthanpara waterfall is in Wayanad district and is 22kms from Kalpetta. It is located between two beautiful tea estates. There are a number of walking trails that run around the waterfall. It is a lovely waterfall at a height of 30 mts.

How to Reach

Nearest Airport: Calicut (Kozhikode) International Airport

Nearest Railway station : Kozhikode

Sentinel Rock Waterfalls(Soochipara waterfalls)

Sentinel Rock Waterfalls is located in Wayanad district of Kerala. Locally known as Soochipara (needle rock) waterfalls, the pool at the foot of the falls is ideal for a quick dip. One of the most attractive falls in the district, the water hits the sharp spikes of granite at the base and hence the name, Sentinel Rock waterfalls. The Sentinel rock,a rock of more than 200m in height, is ideal for rock climbing. This waterfall situated in  is surrounded by dense forests. On the way to this falls one can enjoy the beauty of the tea estates in Wayanad and one has to trek down 2ks through these dense jungle to reach the falls.  A three step water fall of more than 200m in height with 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.The water from Soochipara Falls later joins Chulika River or popularly known as Chaliyar River after Velarimala Hills near Cherambadi .

How to Reach

Nearest Airport: Calicut (Kozhikode) International Airport

Nearest Railway station : Kozhikode

Kuthumkal Waterfalls

Kuthumkal Waterfalls  features a cascading stream fall from the peak. Most of the times, it remains under the spell of water mist, due to the high velocity of water because of the water falling on the rocks. The charming tourist spot can also be reached from Rajakkad, which lies at a distance of 6 km from Kuthumkal.One of the prime destinations in Munnar, Kuthumkal falls attracts thousands of tourists every year. The misty waterfall provides a picturesque view of the water, cascading down from scintillating heights. It is a beautiful waterfall found in this district. Always, water mist is found near the falls because of the water falling on the rocks. The waterfall makes a lovely picnic spot and is an ideal place to spend a quality time with family and friends.

How to Reach: Nearest Railway Station: Ernakulam Railway Station (4 hrs from Munnar)
Nearest Airport: Cochin International Airport (4 hours 30 minutes from Munnar)

Cheeyappara Waterfalls

The Cheeyappara Waterfalls is one of the beautiful waterfalls of evergreen Kerala and and is a great eco-tourism destination of the region. It is one of the significant excursion points lying in the region surrounding Cochin. Cheeyappara Waterfalls is a famous destination of tourists visiting Munnar. Munnar, known as Swiss of South India, has a varying terrestrial terrain that consists of water cascades, rolling hills, verdant valleys, dense forests and tea, coffee and spice plantations.

Cheeyappara Waterfalls is one among the many waterfalls of Munnar, which is located at a distance of about 38 km from the town centre. This waterfall is situated in between Adimali and Neriamangalam, adjacent to Munnar to Kochi Highway (NH 49).Cheeyappara Waterfalls is considered among the best waterfalls in the State of Kerala. Cheeyappara Waterfalls runs down from a rocky slope in seven steps. The waterfalls gain its beauty during and after monsoon months of June, July and August and it becomes impossible to reach the bottom of the falls. The water of Cheeyappara Waterfalls does not dry up even in summer months.

Cheeyappara Waterfalls is in the vicinity of 2 acres of evergreen forests which are situated atop a huge rock. Cheeyappara often becomes base camp for trekkers and for the ones who go on nature walks in to these forests. The rock, which is more than 500 acres, is a favourite spot of mountaineers.

How to Reach: Nearest Railway Station: Ernakulam Railway Station (4 hrs from Munnar)
Nearest Airport: Cochin International Airport (4 hours 30 minutes from Munnar)

Nayamakad waterfalls

Nayamakad waterfalls is located about 10 kilometers  from Munnar on the way to Rajamala, Nayamakad is a land of breathtaking waterfalls and an endless stretch of verdant greenery. Behold the spectacle of water tumbling onto a fern-fringed pool from a hill at a height of 1600 meters (5333 feet). Enjoy a peaceful mountain walk, stop along the way to take photographs and simply soak up the scenery. Take a walk up to tshe Nayamakad gap to take in brilliant views of the Munnar valley covered with a green carpet of tea plantation.

How to Reach: Nearest Railway Station: Ernakulam Railway Station (4 hrs from Munnar)
Nearest Airport: Cochin International Airport (4 hours 30 minutes from Munnar)

Attukal Waterfalls

Attukal Waterfalls of the hill station of Munnar, located about 9 km from the town centre, is a famous spot frequented by both tourists as well as natives.Attukul situated between Munnar and Pallivasal, is a feast for the eyes. The place is also ideal for long trekking and hiking but assumes a cascading and roaring beauty during the monsoons.Attukal Waterfalls gathers its real beauty soon after the monsoon months of June, July and August.

How to Reach: Nearest Railway Station: Ernakulam Railway Station (4 hrs from Munnar)
Nearest Airport: Cochin International Airport (4 hours 30 minutes from Munnar)

Perunthenaruvi Water Falls

Perunthenaruvi Water Falls is a natural Waterfalls in the Pampa river. Located on the Western Ghats of Sahyadri Range. Rather than the height, the stream here over a wide area. It is a spectacular view of the water bubbling over the rocks. The Perunthenaruvi Waterfalls is situated about 36 kms  from Pathanamthitta. The Perunthenaruvi Waterfalls on the banks of the Pamba river is a favourite picnic spot for both domestic and foreign tourists. Here, the water flows down a rocky bed into a ravine about 60 to 100 feet deep.

How to reach

Nearest railway station: Pathanamthitta railway station

Nearest airport:Cochin international airport

Power House Waterfalls

Power House Waterfalls is a popular tourist attraction in the hill resort of Munnar of Kerala. It is located on the way to Periyar wildlife Sanctuary of Thekkady from Munnar. This is a scenic spot at a distance of 18 km from Munnar town.

The location of Power House Waterfalls is surrounded by lush green hill ranges of Western Ghats. Power House Waterfalls is a cascade that runs down from a height of about 2000 m from steep rocks.The verdant Western mountain ranges add to its scenic beauty, making it an ideal stopover on the way to Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary. The torrents of water plunging down Power House falls is said to emanate from Devikulam, a pastoral hill station few kilometers from Munnar. The waters of the fall are believed to have curative powers, and acts as a natural massage.The waterfall is a spectacle when visited soon after monsoons (monsoon lasts from June to September), when its white foaming water thunders down in torrents from such an elevation onto fern-fringed pools. With the spray of water on your face, you will be bemused by its sheer might. Take a stroll around the area, photograph the waterfall from different perspectives, and soak up the natural ambience.

The natives of Munnar believe that the water of Power House Waterfalls has strong healing property. It is believed that the cool water of this waterfalls originate from Sita Devi Lake of Devikulam. As per folklore, Sita Devi, of the epic Ramayana, took a bath in this lake which imparted healing property to the lake.

Power House Waterfalls is truly a refreshing break on the way to Periyar from Munnar, and suitably rejuvenates you for your journey ahead.

How to Reach:
Nearest Railway Station: Ernakulam Railway Station (4 Hrs from Munnar)
Nearest Airport: Cochin International Airport (4 hours 30 minutes from Munnar)

Meenmutty Waterfalls

 Cascading over three stages and falling from a height of over 300 meters, Meenmutty is the tallest waterfall in Wayanad. A long day's trek through the million shades of green takes us to this spectacular waterfall. The murmurs of the river follow our foot steps through the forest all the way to the fills. The force of water striking the dark rocks and splashing high up, to shimmer in the sunrays is a breath- taking scenery. It is situated in the triple point where two other districts Malapuram and Neelgiri join Wayanad in its beauty.The visitors have to trek through the forests to reach the falls and special permission from the forest department is also necessary. A guide will be allotted for the way to the waterfalls. On the way one can enjoy the greenery of forest , various birds and variety of butterflies. Special attention has to be given for the leeches during rainy season.

Transport Terminals: Vaduvanchal.How to Reach: Nearest Railway Station: Kozhikode
Nearest Airport: Karipur international airport

Aruvikkuzhi waterfalls

Aruvikkuzhi is a beautiful picnic spot where sparkling streams make tinkling noises like anklets as they make their way through the landscape and waterfalls roar as they cascade down the mountains from a height of 100 ft.The waterfall at Aruvikkuzhi is a major attraction, splashing down the mountains from a height of 100 ft. Tourists can also enjoy the shade of the rubber plantations here amidst which the numerous little streams gurgle past providing music to the ears and a cool and refreshing atmosphere.

As opposed to the serene liveliness of the steams, is the thundering sound of the numerous waterfalls at Aruvikkuzhi which seem to break the reverie in which the visitor has lost himself. Rushing down from a great height, the waterfall presents a picture of breathtaking beauty. It would not be wrong to state that the Aruvikkuzhi waterfall carries with it a magical quality that allures visitors at the very first glance.

Best Season: August- September

Transport Terminals: Kumarakom

Location: 18 kms away from Kottayam town

How to Reach:
Nearest Railway Station: Kottayam, about 18 kms away
Nearest Airport: Cochin International Airport, 78 kms away from Kottayam

Thommankuthu waterfalls

Thommankuthu waterfall is a small and beautiful waterfall that is situated near Thodupuzha, Idukki district of Kerala.Thommankuthu – seven step waterfalls drop down a rock from a height of 1500 meters with a pool beneath each step of falls.

Thommankuthu is an ideal place for adventurous tourism.Thousands of tourists looking for adventure and those loving healthy greenery are attracted towards the area every year.To enjoy the site, its better to take a trek to the top of the mountain, which is around 12 kms of climbing.Tourists can also enjoy fishing, bathing in the waterfall and boating on the lake.

This amazing tourist destination is located in the deep forest of the Idukki district.The wild beauty of the jungle and the small streams coming from the nearby hills allows visitors to hold the worries and relax in the lap of nature.Its a naturally formed waterfall and the surroundings comprise refreshing weather and peaceful chirpy atmosphere.The exotic wild trees and herbs, birds and the cool airy atmosphere is a rare experience that you can feel only in our God’s own Country.

How to reach
Nearest Airport:80kms from cochin international Airport
Nearest Railway Station: Ernakulam Railway Station  
Nearest Bus Station : 20kms from Thodupuzha