Soochipara Falls

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Sight Address : Soochipara Falls is a three-tiered waterfall located 20 km from Kalpetta in Wayanad District in Kerala, India. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Soochipara Waterfalls, famously called Sentinel Rock Waterfalls, is located near the town of Meppadi. Surrounded by huge hills and dense forests, it falls from a height of 100 feet to 300 feet. There is a pool below this waterfall, which is suitable for bathing, river rafting and swimming. There are few tree top huts located near the Western Ghats Valley, adding to the beauty of this waterfall. Soochipara Waterfalls is situated at a distance of 22 km from Kalpetta and is known for rock climbing and nature walks. Nature walks are the best way to explore the destination and see deer and other wild animals near the waterfalls. It takes 30 minutes by taxi to reach the falls from Meppadi, which has beautiful tea plantations and dense forests.

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HistoryEdit

Soochipara Waterfalls or the Sentinel Rock Waterfalls is three-tiered waterfalls located in Vellarimala, Wayanad. The falls are enclosed by Deciduous, Montane and Evergreen forests on all sides. On the way to the falls one can witness beautiful sights of some of the best tea estates in Wayanad. Measuring 200 metres, the falls provide a mesmerising scenic view of the nature around and offer a cliff face that is perfect for rock climbing.

Must SeeEdit

Must See

Visiting TimeEdit

8.30 am to 4 pm

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

October to May.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning , Afternoon.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

3-4 hours.

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

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Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

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Guide Required : No Edit

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Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

  • Soochipara Homestay – Wayanad ;  Wayanad, Kerala.   ; Ph/M –  Mob: 09645 941186 |   09846 3000 34   ; Food Serve –  Delicious and relish south Indian (Veg and non Veg) cuisine

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Taxis and private vehicles are one of the most common means of travel to Wayanad. The most popular route is Bangalore – Mysore – Gundulpet – Munthanga – Sulthan Battery. The roads are in excellent condition.

BUS : Nearest Bus Station Kalpetta / Meppadi

Train : Nearest Railway Station Kozhikode railway station.

Air : Nearest Airport Karipur International Airport

Others : There are plenty of autorickshaws are available for trips around the wayand district.

Things to CarryEdit

  • Plenty of water and camera and extra cloths , and towels etc.

Safety / WarningEdit

  • Keep your cell phone in your laguage or hand out other person before going in water.

HelplineEdit

  • Police Control Room, Kollam : 100 / 04936-205808
  • Kalpetta Fire Station : 101/ 0498-2502901
  • Kollam Women Helpline : 1091/0474 2764579
  • Fathima matha mission hospital, Wayanad : 04936-202413 (108 for ambulance)

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