Idukki - 31 Attractions You Must Visit
About Idukki
Into the clouds. Hill stations, waterfalls, tea plantations, high altitude peaks.
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Types of Attractions in Idukki
List of Attractions in Idukki
Anachadikuth Waterfalls
Waterfalls
Viewpoints
Short Hikes
It is a lesser-known waterfall situated in the Idukki district. With the low depth and low rush of water, it is one of the safest waterfalls in Kerala.
Anchuruli Tunnel
Lake/ River/ Ponds
Dams
Notable Architectures
Tunnels
A 5.5-kilometer tunnel carved through a single continuous granite to move water from Irattayar Dam to Idukki Reservoir.
Ayyapancoil Hanging Bridge
Lake/ River/ Ponds
Bridges
The longest hanging bridge in Idukki district built across Periyar river connecting two panchayaths. This place is famous for its picturesque scenery
Calvari Mount View Point
Viewpoints
Short Hikes
Soak in the views of Idukki Reservoir, the Western Ghat Mountains, and tribal villages.
Carmelagiri Elephant Park
Elephant Ride Spots
Ride on an elephant, watch them bathe, shower and eat. The mahouts will show you how the elephant communicates and obey their commmands.
Cheeyappara Waterfalls
Waterfalls
This waterfall lies on the roadside enrouting Munnar and is a popular spot for taking a break.
Cheruthoni Dam
Viewpoints
Viewing Decks
Dams
Caves
Mountain Peaks
Short Hikes
Third highest concrete gravity dam in India which is 138 metre tall and is constructed as a part of Idukki hydroelectric project along with the two other dams at Idukki and Kulamavu. One of the main Picnic spot and viewpoint in Idukki
Chokramudi Peak
Viewpoints
1 Day Treks
Rock Climbing Spots
Mountain Peaks
Three hours of a hard hike through tricky rock faces, breathtaking views, windy narrow paths. A viewpoint for an incredible sunrise.
Echo Point
Lake/ River/ Ponds
Street Markets
Situated at the bank of lake overlooking mountains, the place got it's name from the loud echo it makes.
Eravikulam National Park
1 Day Treks
Mountain Peaks
Wildlife Safari Spots
See endangered Nilgiri tahrs at close quarters, immerse in the amazing nature.
Idukki Dam
Viewpoints
Dams
Mountain Peaks
Short Hikes
One of the highest arch dams in Asia.This double curvature arch dam is constructed between two hills locally known as Kuravan and Kurathy.
Ilaveezhapoonchira
Lake/ River/ Ponds
1 Day Treks
Mountain Peaks
Ilaveezhapoonchira, sandwiched in the border of Kottayam and Idukki Districts of Kerala State in Southern India is a hill station surrounded by three hillocks - Mankunnu, Kudayathoor Vindhyan and Thonippara. This mesmerising hill station offers panoramic views spreading five districts of the state- Kottayam, Idukki, Ernakulam, Alappuzha, Pathanamthitta, and Thrissur.
Kanthalloor Waterfalls
Waterfalls
Short Hikes
20 meters high waterfall set in the wilderness overlooking view towards open valleys. You can shower underneath the falls if you are willing to fight the coldness of the waters.
Kanthaloor View Point
Viewpoints
Viewpoint overlooking a valley below. A nice rocky place to spend time absorbing a peaceful scenary, and to feel the cold winds brushing the body softly.
Keezharkuthu waterfalls
Waterfalls
1 Day Treks
Rock Climbing Spots
The waterfall located inside forest, falling from a height of 60 meters and accessible by hiking.
Kolukku Malai Top
Viewpoints
1 Day Treks
Off-road Spots
The best place to view the sunrise, the beauty of tea plantations, clouds locked in valleys.
Mangala Devi Temple
Hindu Temples
1 Day Treks
Temple Festivals
An ancient temple in the middle of the forest.
Meenuliyan Para
Viewpoints
1 Day Treks
Mountain Peaks
Forests
Rock Formations
A huge rock rising over 4,000 feet with an evergreen forest on top of it. The peaks are covered in mist in rainy days but otherwise, you will be able to see the Periyar river flowing below as a silver stream, and parts of the city of Cochin far away.
Meesapulimala
1 Day Treks
Mountain Peaks
Hike through cloud cladded peaks and rhododendron valleys, experience the most beautiful sights of the Western Ghat Mountains.
Muniyara - Anakottapara Park
Viewpoints
Tombs
The Muniyara Dolmens are magnificent prehistoric dolmens, situated in Marayoor, Idukki. The tourists trek through the area of Muniyara to reach 15 different types of Dolmens, which belongs to the Neolithic Age, i.e. between 3000 BC and 14000 BC.