8 Rock Climbing Spots to Explore in Kerala

Checkout places to visit in Kerala

Kerala

Kerala, known by the tagline “God’s Own Country” is a coastal state in the south western region of India. The state is bordered by a number of beaches in the west, covered by hills of Western Ghats on the east, and filled with backwaters. #GodsOwnCountry

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Rock Climbing Spots to Explore in Kerala

Aruvikuzhi Waterfalls

Hike through the cascading waterfall set in the backdrop of rubber plantations and banana farms.

Chokramudi Peak

Three hours of a hard hike through tricky rock faces, breathtaking views, windy narrow paths. A viewpoint for an incredible sunrise.

Illikkal Kallu

Illikkal Kallu (Illikkal Rock) is a large rock located 900 meters above the sea level on Illikkal Mala (Illikkal Mountain) in the Western Ghats. The rock is peculiar for its view, with half of it fallen down years ago and the remaining half still standing tall intimidating and fascinating its visitors. The beauty of the landscape is comparable to that of the popular Pillar Rocks at Kodaikanal, Tamil Nadu.

Keezharkuthu waterfalls

The waterfall located inside forest, falling from a height of 60 meters and accessible by hiking.

Kudukkathupara

Kudukkathupara is situated at a height of 850 meters above sea level. It consists of three large rocks out of which you can climb the first two rocks. The tops of the last rock, which is also the tallest is inaccessible. About four districts of Kerala and some parts of the neighbouring Tamil Nadu state can be viewed from the top of the second rock.

PERUMBANKUTHU WATERFALLS

One of the largest waterfalls in the state. You can even climb to top of the falls with the help of locals.

Perunthenaruvi Waterfalls And Dam

Waterfall that cascades through the boulders and a rocky bed.

Velliyamkallu

Rocky islands in the Arabian Sea for adventurers.

Map of Rock Climbing Spots to explore in Kerala