Kalpetta

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Kalpetta is surrounded by thick coffee plantations & picturesque mountains, all adding up to its scenic beauty. Other than being a nature lovers delight, it is also a place where pilgrims come to pay homage at its several temples along with enjoy a great honeymoon on Kerala honeymoon tours. From the famous Sri Maha Vishnu temple, which is one of the few temples dedicated to Vishnu to the Grammam Devi temple; popular among the local women; to the temple dedicated to the most revered deity of the region Lord Ayappa, the Ayappa Swamy temple located on the outskirts of the city & adding to its diversity is the prevalence of several Jain temples too, makes this place a pilgrimage of sorts. The surrounding natural beauty is yet another feature bringing people to Kalpetta. The cascading waterfalls of Soochipara, Meenmutty & Kanthapara are all located in close proximity – making it an ideal spiritual – natural beauty combo!

Chembra Peak, Kalpetta, Wayanad

Chembra Peak, Kalpetta, Wayanad

Quick Facts-Edit

Category : Waterfall

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 673121

STD Code: 4936

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Best Time to Visit:  October – March

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How to ReachEdit

By Air : The nearest airport is the one in Kozhikode, which has local flights to Mumbai, Delhi and Chennai. Flight fares will range around Rs 4000.

By Train : Trains are the best option if you’re not accustomed to travelling long distances through buses. Trains can be taken to Kozhikode, and buses from Kozhikode to Kalpetta can be taken. There are regular trains from Kozhikode to Madgaon, Chennai, Pune and Goa. You will also get regular trains to New Delhi and Mumbai.

By BUS : Buses to the town of Kalpetta will be available from the nearby cities of Kozhikode and Vythiri, and even from other cities and towns like Bangalore, Mysore and Mangalore. You can opt for either air conditioned buses or non air conditioned buses, and bus fares will vary depending on the same. Bus fares from Kozhikode will range around Rs 50 to 100 due to the proximity of the place (100 km).

By Taxi : Taxis and Auto rickshaws are easily available for moving about in the city.

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Kalpetta, Wayanad

Kalpetta, Wayanad

Top HotelsAdd

Budget  – Up to Rs. 800
  • The Woodlands Hotel ; Main Road, Kalpetta, Wayanad, Kerala, 673121. ; Ph – 04936 202 547 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Elevators, Laundry, Parking.
Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200
  • Royal Palm Resort ; Gudalai Kunnu, Kalpetta, Wayanad, Kerala, 673121. ; Ph – 04936 206 096 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Conference facilities, Elevators, Parking, 24-Hour Security, Banquet facilities.
Deluxe – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200
  • Wayanad Hotels ; No.174/6, K.C Building , Ambalavayal, Kalpetta, Kerala 673121. ; Ph – 099 47 474888 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Conference facilities, Elevators, Laundry, Parking.
Luxury – Rs. 2501 and above
  • Coffee Acres Plantation Resort ; Pinangode Road, Pinangode Rd, Subhash Nagar, Kalpetta, Kerala 673121. ; Ph – 094 46 504080 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Conference facilities, Elevators, Laundry, Parking, 24-Hour Security, Bus Parking.

Top RestaurantsAdd

  • Cinnamon Restaurant ;  National Highway 212, Madathumpadi, Kalpetta, Kerala 673121. ; M –  085 89 880033 ; Food Serve :  Multi Cuisine.
  • Food Paradise ;  National Highway 212, Madiyur, Kalpetta, Kerala 673121. ; M –  N.A. ; Food Serve :  N.A.

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Safety / WarningEdit

  • Beware of pickpockets as Kalpetta is a major tourist city in India.

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  • Ambulance : 102
  • Fire Brigade : 101
  • Police : 100

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