What to expect
Highlights
- Reservoir and dam views at Peruvannamuzhi Dam
- Engineering landmark or garden/viewpoint stop
- Pair with nearby hill, forest or town routes
Peruvannamuzhi Dam
Reservoir and boating spot in the Kozhikode high ranges, on the approach to the Kakkayam belt. This dam guide is organized from Kakkayam in Kozhikode district, with practical planning for routes, timing, nearby stays, food, operators and direct local inventory. Use it to compare what to see, how long to spend, when to go and which verified stays, local guides, jeep or taxi operators, food stops, permits and safety-aware activity providers should be verified around Peruvannamuzhi Dam.
Practical guide
Plan Peruvannamuzhi Dam
Typedam
Nearest baseKakkayam
Best timePost-monsoon and winter for scenery
Time needed1 to 2 hours
EntryA small entry/boating fee may apply (confirm locally).
Nearest town/baseKakkayam
DistrictKozhikode
Place typedam
Time needed1 to 2 hours.
Reservoir and boating spot in the Kozhikode high ranges, on the approach to the Kakkayam belt. This dam guide is organized from Kakkayam in Kozhikode district, with practical planning for routes, timing, nearby stays, food, operators and direct local inventory. Use it to compare what to see, how long to spend, when to go and which verified stays, local guides, jeep or taxi operators, food stops, permits and safety-aware activity providers should be verified around Peruvannamuzhi Dam.
Peruvannamuzhi Dam belongs under Kakkayam, one of the practical travel bases in Kozhikode district. Use Kakkayam for stays, food, local transport and operators, then plan this place as a focused stop rather than an isolated pin.
Visiting
Peruvannamuzhi Dam — at a glance
TimingsDaytime; boating usually runs during the day.
Best timeOctober to February.
Entry: A small entry/boating fee may apply (confirm locally).
Getting there: In the Kozhikode high ranges near Kakkayam, best reached by car.
A reservoir and boating spot ringed by forest, with a bird and deer area nearby, on the approach to the Kakkayam belt.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Kakkayam or a nearby town in Kozhikode, then confirm the last-mile route locally before leaving.
- Check public access status before travel; dam areas often have security rules and seasonal entry limits.
- If the visit depends on forest, temple, boat, ferry, weather or seasonal access, check the official/local rule on the day before travel.
Distance by road
- Coimbatore180 km
- Kochi182 km
- Mysuru209 km
- Mangaluru233 km
- Bengaluru349 km
Road km to Kozhikode; ghat roads and traffic vary — allow extra.
Timing
Best time
Post-monsoon and winter for scenery; monsoon access may change.
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Visitor notes
- Photography may be restricted in some dam/security zones.
- Carry ID if required.
Safety
Good to know
- Do not cross barriers or restricted zones.
- Follow release-warning and security instructions.
On the map
Where Peruvannamuzhi Dam is
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Peruvannamuzhi Dam in pictures
Official eco & forest programmes
Forest stays, camping and guided activities linked to Peruvannamuzhi Dam
These are official or public-sector eco offerings that match this place, town or forest destination. Confirm availability, permits, tariffs and reporting times with the official operator before travel.
Kakkayam dam and forest visit
Reservoir, forest and waterfall landscape in the Kozhikode foothills, listed by Kerala Tourism as an ecotourism destination and programme.
Official source →Peruvannamuzhy eco visit
Lake and forest-edge destination in Kozhikode district, included in Kerala Tourism’s ecotourism destination list.
Official source →Nadapuram Mudi trek
Hill trek/viewpoint landscape where district borders meet, listed by Kerala Tourism as an ecotourism destination.
Official source →Good to know
Peruvannamuzhi Dam — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Peruvannamuzhi Dam?
Post-monsoon and winter for scenery; monsoon access may change.
What are the entry fee and timings at Peruvannamuzhi Dam?
Entry: A small entry/boating fee may apply (confirm locally).. Timings: Daytime; boating usually runs during the day.. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Peruvannamuzhi Dam?
Base yourself in Kakkayam or a nearby town in Kozhikode, then confirm the last-mile route locally before leaving. Check public access status before travel; dam areas often have security rules and seasonal entry limits. If the visit depends on forest, temple, boat, ferry, weather or seasonal access, check the official/local rule on the day before travel.
How much time do I need for Peruvannamuzhi Dam?
1 to 2 hours.
What else is near Peruvannamuzhi Dam?
Nearby you can pair Kakkayam Dam (12.3 km), Lokanarkavu Temple (21.5 km), Iringal Sargaalaya (23.0 km), Thikkoti Lighthouse (23.3 km).
What should I know before visiting Peruvannamuzhi Dam?
Do not cross barriers or restricted zones. Follow release-warning and security instructions.
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Le Montigo Restaurant Kakkayam
eat option in Kakkayam: Restaurant and resort dining at Le Montigo near Koorachund, Thonikkadavu and the Kakkayam route. Key details: Narinada, Kayanna P.O., Koorachund, Kozhikode, Kerala · Price range: Contact direct / check current rules · Amenities: kakkayam, eat, Resort restaurant. Use Le Montigo Restaurant Kakkayam as a eat option in Kakkayam, Ernakulam, kerala, India. compare menus, pricing and location against your route.
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Kakkayam Dam Site Kerala Tourism
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Le Montigo Resort Kakkayam
stay option in Kakkayam: Le Montigo Resort Kakkayam is a Kakkayam-side resort option for stay planning in Kakkayam, Ernakulam, kerala, India. Use Le Montigo Resort Kakkayam as a stay option in Kakkayam, Ernakulam, kerala, India. book your stay, transport and nearby food stops. Key details: Narinada, Kayanna P.O., Koorachund, Kozhikode, Kerala · Price range: Contact direct / check current rules · Amenities: kakkayam, Kakkayam-side resort, stay.
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Vayalada Valley View Resort
stay option in Kakkayam: Vayalada Valley View Resort is a Resort option for stay planning in Kakkayam, Ernakulam, kerala, India. Use Vayalada Valley View Resort as a stay option in Kakkayam, Ernakulam, kerala, India. book your stay, transport and nearby food stops. Key details: Vayalada P.O., 10/D, Nerveethi Bus Stop, Unnikulam via, Kozhikode, Kerala 673574 · Price range: Contact direct · Amenities: Vayalada, Kakkayam resort, Valley view.
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The Kakkayam Valley River View Homestay
stay option in Kakkayam: The Kakkayam Valley River View Homestay is a Homestay option for stay planning in Kakkayam, Ernakulam, kerala, India. Use The Kakkayam Valley River View Homestay as a stay option in Kakkayam, Ernakulam, kerala, India. book your stay, transport and nearby food stops. Key details: K. P. V / 137 B, Kallanode Post, Koorachundu, Kariyathumpara, Kozhikode, Kerala 673527 · Price range: Contact direct · Amenities: Kakkayam stay, Kariyathumpara, Homestay.
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Hydel tourism · Kakkayam
Kakkayam Reservoir Hydel Tourism
do option in Kakkayam: Kakkayam Reservoir Hydel Tourism is a Hydel tourism option for do planning in Kakkayam, Ernakulam, kerala, India. Use Kakkayam Reservoir Hydel Tourism as a do option in Kakkayam, Ernakulam, kerala, India. book timing, permits and local support before heading out. Key details: Kakkayam Reservoir, Koorachundu, Kozhikode, Kerala · Price range: Check current KHTC tickets · Amenities: Kakkayam, Reservoir, Hydel tourism.
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