Book Katpadi to Topslip, Valparai & Athirapally 4 Days - Sightseeing Tour

About Aaliyar Dam
Aliyar (ஆழியார் azhiyar) Dam is a reservoir located 27 KM away from pollachi on the foothills of Valparai, in the Anamalai range of the Western Ghats. The dam offers some ideal getaways including a park, an aquarium and a mini Theme-Park maintained by Tamilnadu Fisheries Corporation. It is an ideal picnic spot.

About Monkey Falls
Monkey Falls is located at the 29th KM junction on the Pollachi-Valparai road. An entry fee of INR 15 per head must be paid at the check post located along Aaliyar - Monkey Falls route. But in recent days, entry to Monkey falls has been closed. Check with locals (shops near Aaliyar dam) before planning to visit Monkey falls.

About Loam's View Point
A beautiful view point from where you can see Aliyar Dam, the surrounding mountains of western Ghats and the Pollachi town. This is situated in 9th hairpin bend towards Valparai from Pollachi.

About Chinnakallar
Chinnakalar is a geographically important place. It is the second highest rain fall area in India. Always found wet and misty. A greenish dense forest with tall majestic trees all along the road to Chinnakalar a pleasure to enjoy. There is a falls in Chinnakallar which sounds like a roaring lion. Situated at a distance of 15kms from Valparai.

About Nallamudi Poonjolai
A beautiful view point located near the Sangiliroad in Valparai. One must walk for about 1 km inside the tea estate to reach this view point

About Upper & Lower Nirar Dam
This dams are built for multipurpose project such as irrigation, Hydro electricity production. Dams are situated in a wonderful location covered by a dense forest. There is a waterfalls near by the dam which resembles the Cascade. Situated at a distance of 15kms from Valparai.

About Athirapally Waterfalls
Located 60 km from the Thrissur district of Kerala, Athirapally Falls is a marvellous cascade of frothy waters that makes its way from the Anamudi mountains of the Western Ghats. This 80 ft high and 330 ft wide marvel is situated at the entrance of the Sholayar ranges and is often referred to as the "Niagara Falls of India". From here, the Athirapally falls flows through the verdant greenery of Vazhachal Forest toward the Arabian Sea, creating a spectacular vista of scintillating water, emerald jungles and azure sky.

About Vazhachal Waterfalls
Vazhachal Falls is situated in Athirappilly Panchayath of Thrissur district in Kerala on the southwest coast of India. Located on the west-flowing Chalakudy River near the Vazhachal Forest Division and at the edge of the Sholayar ranges, it is just 5 km from entrance of Athirappilly Falls.

About Charpa Waterfalls
Charpa Falls is a waterfall located in Athirappilly panchayath in Thrissur district of Kerala. Located on the west-flowing Chalakudy River, this waterfall lies in between the more famous Athirappilly Falls and Vazhachal Falls. It is a popular stopover for tourists who are visiting the Athirappilly and Vazhachal Falls. It is located close to the road, and during monsoon months (June to August), the water splashes onto the road. During the dry season, the water stops flowing.

About Topslip
Topslip is located in the Anamalai Mountain range 800 feet above the sea level. This is a small part in Indira Gandhi National Park and Wildlife Sanctuary lies in the niligiri Biosphere Reserve, which is separated from the Nilgiri Hills by Palghat Gap in north.

Attractions of Topslip
Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary
Named after our beloved but belated Prime minister, this region is also known as the Anamalai wildlife sanctuary. Located at the heart of the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve, this region harbors numerous varieties of birds, animals, reptiles and amphibians.

Kolikamuthi Elephant Camp
This Camp is exclusive for elephants. They are trained and housed here. There are about 50 malaisar tribe families lodged in this area. They are professional elephant trainers and it seems as if their enigmatic skills come with the genes.

But the problem is in getting permission to visit the camp. Since it is pretty exclusive you will have to hire a government jeep to reach there and to do that you will have to get clearance from the Indira Gandhi wildlife Sanctuary Rangers… who aren’t known to be benevolent as far as clearances are concerned because their priority is forest and environment.

Elephant Pongal in the Topslip is the special festival is celebrated every year in the month of the January.
Activities to do in Topslip 1. Trekking
2. Elephant Safari
3. Vehicle Safari

Trekking Fees :
Short Trekking : Rs. 1000 / Group up to 5 Persons (2 Hrs). Extra Person : Rs. 200 / person
Medium Trekking : Rs.2500 / Group up to 5 Persons (4 Hrs). Extra Person : Rs. 500 / person
Long Trekking : Rs. 5000 / Group up to 5 person (6 Hrs). Extra person : Rs. 1000 / person

Timing : 07.00 Hrs to 14.00 Hrs

Elephant Safari Charges :
45 minutes safari : Rs. 800 / 4 pesron / Elephant

Timing : 11.00 Hrs to 14.00 Hrs

Vehicle Safari Charges :
45 minutes safari : Rs. 120 / person

Timings : 07.00 Hrs to 10.00 Hrs & 15.00 Hrs to 17.00 Hrs

About Parambikulam
Parambikulam Tiger Reserve is situated at a distance of 44 km from Pollachi, adjacent to Anamalai Tiger Reserve in Tamil Nadu. Although Parambikulam belongs to the state of Kerala, it is accessible only via Pollachi in Tamilnadu. The Western Ghats mountain range along with Anamalai Hills and Parambikulam is currently under consideration for selection as an UNESCO World Heritage Site
The park was started in 1973. It was declared as Tiger Reserve during 2009 with total area of 643.66 Sq. Km., which includes core area of 390.89 Sq. Km. and 252.77 Sq. Km. Buffer areas.
Attractions of Parambikulam

Parambikulam Dam
The parambikulam Dam and the area around it located in the parambikulam sanctuary offers a wide variety of options such as Dam visits, lake cruises and Jungle safaris.. Animals such as Crocodiles,otters, Elephants, Wild boars and deers can also be spotted around the area.

Lake Thoonakkadavu
Thoonakkadavu is the beautiful lake formed by the parambikulam dam. The whole sight of the lake with its crystal clear water surrounded by lush green forests with otters playing along the banks will be very soothing. In fact it would be so beautiful and inviting that you may think about going for a swim in it. But it is inhibited with a number of crocodiles who quite surely will not be playing the role of friendly hosts if you decided to take the dip. But don’t lose heart for you can explore the beauty of the lake by taking boat cruises. A jungle Jeep must be hired in order to access this remotely situated lake.

The World's Largest Teak Tree
Kanniamra the world’s largest teak tree with an astounding girth of 6.48 m and a towering height of 48.75 m is another treat this area offers. Tree is belived to be 400 years old.Legend goes that when a tribal chief tried to cut the tree it spurted out blood and hence the tree became an idol of worship among the tribes with the name Kannimara meaning ‘Virigin Tree”.

Activities to do in Parambikulam
1. Trekking
2. Bamboo Rafting
3. Jungle Safari

Trekking Fees :
Pugmark trekking trail : Rs. 3600 / Group up to 5 persons
Elephant song trekking trail : Rs. 1200 / Group up to 5 persons.
Extra person : Rs. 200 / Person
Bear path trekking train : Rs. 1200 / Group up to 5 persons.
Extra person : Rs. 200 / person

Bamboo Rafting Charges :
30 minutes ride : Rs. 100 / person. Maximum 5 persons / trip with 4 Boatmans

Jungle Safari Charges :
3 Hours ride : Rs. 200 / person. Minimum 15 persons required.

Combo Package includes Trekking, Jungle safari, Rafting and Food : Rs. 9700 / Group up to 10 persons.
Extra person : Rs. 1000 / person