Why visit Athirapally?
Athirapally is Kerala's largest waterfall — a thundering 80-foot curtain of water on the edge of the Sholayar rainforest, often called the 'Niagara of India'. Set among forest drives and smaller cascades, it's a spectacular detour for nature lovers, an easy day trip from Kochi.
Top things to see & do in Athirapally
- Athirapally Falls viewpoint & base trail
- Vazhachal Falls (nearby)
- Sholayar forest drive
- Charpa Falls roadside cascade
- Birdwatching in the rainforest
Best time to visit
September to January, just after the monsoon when the falls are fullest.
How long to spend
A half to full day, usually a day trip from Kochi.
Athirapally tour packages
Every package below can be customised to include Athirapally for as long as you like — just tell us your dates and we'll build the route around it.
