TREKS · 1-DAY · EASY · MAX 200M
Athirapally-Vazhachal Forest Trail.
Athirapally-Vazhachal Forest Trail
Athirapally-Vazhachal Forest Trail is an easy single-day, 5 km trek, topping out at 200 m. The route takes in Two waterfalls in one walk; Western Ghats evergreen forest; Monsoon spectacle; Birdwatching. Best months: June–November. Watch points: Slippery in monsoon; leeches Jun-Sep; strong waterfall spray. Fitness level: low, suitable for children with adult supervision. Nearest hospital: Chalakudy Hospital 30km. Network coverage: Weak inside forest.
चेतावनी
⚠Slippery in monsoon
⚠Leeches Jun-Sep
⚠Strong waterfall spray
Cost Estimate
Forest entry fee Rs 30. Trail is flat and easy. 5km one way.
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