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Thrilling Athirapilly: Day Trip From Cochin

8 Hours Round trip from Pickup service provided in Kochi. Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Full-day trip from Kochi to Athirapilly
02 Visit the famous Athirapilly Waterfalls
03 See the scenic Vazhachal Waterfalls
04 Explore the forest department park at Vazhachal
05 Stop at Thumboormuzhi Dam for landscape views
06 Opportunity for bird watching at Thumboormuzhi Dam
07 Private AC car or van with hotel pickup and drop-off
08 Optional English-speaking local guide, lunch, and entrance fees

Escape Kochi for a full-day journey into one of Kerala’s most scenic natural landscapes. This experience takes you to Athirapilly Waterfalls, where a dramatic 80-foot cascade tumbles through lush green surroundings, with time to admire the views, take photos, and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere.

Your day also includes visits to nearby Vazhachal Waterfalls and Thumboormuzhi Dam, adding more river, forest, and bird-watching scenery to the route. With private transport, hotel pickup and drop-off, and optional guide, lunch, and entrance fees depending on the option selected, this is a relaxed way to explore the natural highlights around Athirapilly in a single day.

Athirapilly Waterfalls is a magnificent waterfall that cascades down from a height of 80 feet, offering a breathtaking view of the surrounding hills and lush green forests.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

City Kochi

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

9:00 AM - Start from Cochin

Wake up early and start your journey towards Athirapilly from Cochin The drive takes approximately 2 hours, so ensure you start on time11:00 AM - Reach Athirapilly Waterfalls

On reaching Athirapilly, head straight to the Athirapilly Waterfalls, which is one of the most famous tourist attractions in the region Athirapilly Waterfalls is a magnificent waterfall that cascades down from a height of 80 feet, offering a breathtaking view of the surrounding hills and lush green forests. Spend some time exploring the waterfall and taking photographs of its natural beauty. You can also take a dip in the water if you like.

1:00 PM - Lunch break.2:30 PM - Visit Vazhachal Waterfalls

After exploring Athirapilly, head towards the nearby Vazhachal Waterfalls, which is also a famous waterfall in the area. The falls are located just a few kilometers from Athirapilly and offer equally stunning views of the surrounding landscape. There is a forest department park at Vazhachal which is worth a visit. The park is home to a variety of animals and birds, and you can take a stroll around to spot some of them.4:00 PM - Visit the Thumboormuzhi Dam

After lunch, head towards the Thumboormuzhi Dam, which is located around 20 km from Athirapilly. The dam is a popular tourist spot and offers beautiful views of the surrounding landscape. The Thumboormuzhi Dam is an excellent location for bird watching and to take a boat ride in the river.6:00 PM - Return to Cochin

After exploring Thumboormuzhi Dam, start your journey back to Cochin Reach Cochin by evening and end your day tour.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Pickup service provided in Kochi. 1 city · 8 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Private AC car/van for pick up and drop off from/to your hotel.
English speaking local guide, if option selected.
Entrance fees to monuments, if option selected.
Lunch, if option selected.
Bottled water in the car.
Government Taxes.

What's Not Included

Camera charges at monuments.
Gratuities and optional activities.
Anything not mentioned in the inclusions.

Know before you go

STROLLER OR PRAM ACCESSIBLE
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
INFANT SEATS AVAILABLE
Not wheelchair accessible
Not suitable for pets
Infants must not sit on laps
Please provide up pick up information at least one day before the tour
Please provide your hotel name and address at the time of booking or at least 3 days prior to the trip date. Our guide and driver will meet you in the hotel lobby at the scheduled time. Details will be shared one day prior to the tour.

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