THOMMANKUTHU WATERFALLS
AT
IDUKKI
Thommankuthu
waterfalls is located in Idukki District of Kerala State. Thommankuthu,
a beautiful eco tourism destination, has a series of waterfalls. In
addition, there are several caves and viewpoints.
It comes under Kerala
Forest Department, Kothamangalam Division, Kaliyar Range. Kannadiyaru is the
name of the river flowing through Thommankuthu.
It
starts 20kms inside the Plakkulam forest area and flowing through the Kaliyar
forest. To cover most of it, you need a 12 kms trek
up the hill and through the woods.
Most tourists are happy to visit just the bottom two
falls, Thommankuthu and Ezhunilakettu. Other few, who continue forward, are
rewarded with a memorable experience. Whether you walk a long way or have a
short stroll instead, will be delighted to see nature at its best.
Kerala
Forest Department has arranged all basic facilities for the tourists in
Thommankuthu. Visitors will be greeted by the reception, which is being managed
by local staff.
An entry ticket is required for the entry in the Forest. It is
available in the counter and entry ticket fee is Rs 20 per adults and Rs 10 for
the children. After entering in the forest, there is one interpretation centre
available where all the details about the forest, spotting of animals etc are
given by the staff.
Thommankuthu is only 18 kms from Thodupuzha,
one of the major regional towns. The seven stepped waterfall is a major
attraction of the region.
The best time to visit
Thommankuthu is from Jun to Nov. Thommankuthu is an uprising tourist attraction
and a splendid place to visit. This place is not idle for visit during summer
time when the river bed is dry from Feb to May.
The waterfall and stream
is live after the monsoon in Kerala. During the heavy monsoon time, the river
overflows and the three waterfalls become live. Bathing, crossing the
river etc are completely banned during Jun and Jul.
There are also small cascades and rapids that certainly
contribute to the look and feel. Multiple waterfalls means multiple
pools.
Thommankuthu attracts nature lovers and adventure
seekers. Nature lovers get the perfect opportunity to feel the coolness of
mountain stream, take in the aromas and enjoy the woods. Adventure seekers find
avenue for some exciting trekking. The Best if you are both!
By Air
Cochin International Airport.
By Train
Aluva Railway Station (57kms), Kottayam
Railway Station (72kms)
By Bus
Karimanoor, Vannapuram, Thodupuzha
Buses are
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