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Kuthumkal waterfalls

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4.5 / 5
  • Timings : 24:00 Hours
  • Entry Fee : No fee
  • Distance from near by city 24 kilometers from Munnar
  • Trip duration (including travel in hours)2 - 3 Hours
  • Transportation OptionsSedan - AC (4+1), SUV - AC (7+1), Tempo Traveller - AC (12+1)
  • Travel Tips Another popular attraction near the waterfall is the charming Ponmudi Dam that is built across Panniar River

About Kuthumkal Waterfalls

The vast district of Idukki has yet another gem stored amidst its thick green vegetation covering the entire region like a 'Chadar' (sheet). The spectacular waterfalls are a great way to enjoy the breezy way to other key places of Kerala. Just park your car by the main road right near Rajakkad and you are good to enjoy the cold waters of the falls just a mini trek away. The representative site is definitely among the best places to visit in Munnar and it is also a top location in all Munnar tour packages.

Major attractions

People often enjoy splashing the shallow waters of the mighty falls collected in the pool below with friends. The cold water quite rich in aesthetics make it a perfect spot for enjoying a quick dip or a splashing game with fellow travellers. It is a great way to enjoy light travel and make the most of the scenic beauty of Kerala.

The best part is that people can easily take a bus or an auto and reach the renowned spot of the falls and return back to their temporary accommodation after a few hours of enjoyment on the rocks and by the flowing waters. So the spectacular site in the heart of greenery of the state gets full points in terms of convenience to find, reach and enjoy.

Another attractive part about the site of the falls is that it offers a complete package of a variety of spots around the site. With the peaceful dam of Ponmudi built carefully on the sparkling river of Panniar right beside the Waterfalls is something people are often attracted to visit during the quick tour of the site. It comes with the added advantage of the famous Kuthumkal Falls situated a mere seven kilometers away.

If you want to explore the terrain further, you can always go another ten kilometers to the lush site of Adimali in order to understand the culture of the place better. Overall the place offers a full-fledged package of connecting places which balances the time taken for reaching the place as you can enjoy multiple places in one go located within close proximity with the natural falls.

With all these amazing highlights, the scenic spot becomes a must-visit place in Kerala and definitely among the best places to visit in Munnar.

How to reach

Distance in kilometers from - Munnar- 24, Idukki- 36 and Rajakkad- 4.

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