Tusharagiri Waterfalls is a Western Ghats foothill waterfall-and-trek area in Kozhikode district, where streams from the hills form the Chalippuzha river and a series of cascades. It is a nature page with trail, water-level and access questions, not just a single viewpoint card.
Who's going?Tailor Tusharagiri Waterfalls to your trip
Typewaterfall
Nearest baseThusharagiri
Best timePost-monsoon to winter is usually best for flow and safer access
Time needed2 to 4 hours for lower areas
EntryA small entry/eco-tourism or guide fee may apply for the trails (confirm locally).
Nearest town/baseThusharagiri
DistrictKozhikode
Place typewaterfall
Time needed2 to 4 hours for lower areas; half to full day if trekking further with local permission.
Tusharagiri Waterfalls is a Western Ghats foothill waterfall-and-trek area in Kozhikode district, where streams from the hills form the Chalippuzha river and a series of cascades. It is a nature page with trail, water-level and access questions, not just a single viewpoint card.
Good guide copy should set the expectations clearly: lower falls access can be easier, deeper trekking needs fitness and local rules, and monsoon beauty comes with slippery paths, leeches and sudden water changes.
Visiting
Tusharagiri Waterfalls — at a glance
TimingsDaytime; go early for the longer treks.
Best timeSeptember to December, just after the monsoon, when the falls are fullest.
Entry: A small entry/eco-tourism or guide fee may apply for the trails (confirm locally).
Getting here
How to reach Tusharagiri Waterfalls
About 50 km east of Kozhikode near Kodenchery/Thamarassery, by car or bus.
A chain of Western-Ghats cascades on the Chalippuzha, set among spice gardens with moderately challenging trekking trails. The rocks near the water are slippery — wear proper shoes and take a local guide for the upper falls.
Getting around Tusharagiri Waterfalls
We have not assessed physical access at this place yet. Across India, step-free routes, handrails and accessible toilets are the exception rather than the rule, and pavements are often interrupted — if step-free access matters to you, contact the site or a local operator before committing to the trip.
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What to expect
Highlights
Foothill waterfall system east of Kozhikode with multiple cascades and forested trails.
Pairs with Kodenchery, Wayanad ghat routes, plantation stays and Kozhikode city food stops.
Priority inventory for local drivers, trekking guides, homestays, food stops and responsible nature operators.
Getting there
How to visit
Base in Kozhikode city, Kodenchery or a nearby plantation/homestay depending on how early you want to start.
Check current access, guide requirements and trail condition before promising upper-falls trekking.
Wear proper shoes and keep a dry bag for phones during waterfall spray or rain.
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 to winter is usually best for flow and safer access. Heavy monsoon rain can make trails risky.
Weather in Tusharagiri WaterfallsSeasonal guide
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Today at Tusharagiri Waterfalls
Sunrise6:14 am
Sunset6:49 pm
Golden hour best light5:49 pm–6:49 pm
Blue hour after sunset6:49 pm–7:14 pm
Sun sets toward compass bearingWNW · 287°
Moon tonight🌗 Last quarter · 44%
South-west monsoon. June to September brings heavy rain to Kerala. Trails, falls and ghat roads can be slippery, swollen or closed at short notice, and forest departments sometimes suspend access. Check locally on the day before you travel.
Sun and moon are calculated for this location and shown in IST. Photography windows are the hour around sunrise and sunset; the sunset bearing is degrees clockwise from true north. Moon phase is accurate to about half a day.
Visitor notes
Facilities are limited compared with city attractions.
The visit may not suit mobility-limited travellers during wet conditions.
Listings should identify exact pickup/base village, not only "Tusharagiri".
Safety
Good to know
Do not enter strong currents or closed pools.
Avoid upper trails during heavy rain, lightning or low visibility.
Stay on permitted routes and follow guide/local instructions.
Photos
Tusharagiri Waterfalls in pictures
Official eco & forest programmes
Forest stays, camping and guided activities linked to Tusharagiri Waterfalls
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.
waterfalltrekwildlife
Thusharagiri waterfalls and trek
Foothill waterfall and trekking destination east of Kozhikode, listed in Kerala Tourism’s ecotourism inventory.
Kerala Forest Department / local tourism authorities
Stays, food & things to do near Tusharagiri Waterfalls
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stay option in Thusharagiri: Rain Country Resorts Thusharagiri is a Kerala Tourism-listed resort option for stay planning in Thusharagiri, Ernakulam, kerala, India. Use Rain Country Resorts Thusharagiri as a stay option in Thusharagiri, Ernakulam, kerala, India. book your stay, transport and nearby food stops. Key details: Thusharagiri / Kozhikode district, Kerala · Price range: Contact direct / check current rules · Amenities: Rain, Kerala Tourism-listed resort, thusharagiri.
stay option in Thusharagiri: Golden Glades Anakkampoyil is a Homestay option for stay planning in Thusharagiri, Ernakulam, kerala, India. Use Golden Glades Anakkampoyil as a stay option in Thusharagiri, Ernakulam, kerala, India. book your stay, transport and nearby food stops. Key details: Kalarikkal Junction, Muthappanpuzha Road, Anakkampoyil, Kozhikode, Kerala · Price range: Contact direct · Amenities: Golden Glades, Anakkampoyil, Thusharagiri stay.
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Three-bedroom riverside retreat with river access for bathing and campfires. Sits ten minutes from Thamarassery town, gateway to Thusharagiri waterfalls. (stay option in Thusharagiri)
Individual cottages with private decks perched in tropical Western Ghats rainforest. Set on the Iruvanjipuzha river near Thusharagiri and Vellarimala. (stay option in Thusharagiri)
Hilltop cottages with an infinity pool and 320-degree valley views in the Western Ghats. Set below the Vellarimala hills in the Thamarassery ghat foothills. (stay option in Thusharagiri)
When is the best time to visit Tusharagiri Waterfalls?
Post-monsoon to winter is usually best for flow and safer access. Heavy monsoon rain can make trails risky.
What are the entry fee and timings at Tusharagiri Waterfalls?
Entry: A small entry/eco-tourism or guide fee may apply for the trails (confirm locally).. Timings: Daytime; go early for the longer treks.. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Tusharagiri Waterfalls?
Base in Kozhikode city, Kodenchery or a nearby plantation/homestay depending on how early you want to start. Check current access, guide requirements and trail condition before promising upper-falls trekking. Wear proper shoes and keep a dry bag for phones during waterfall spray or rain.
How much time do I need for Tusharagiri Waterfalls?
2 to 4 hours for lower areas; half to full day if trekking further with local permission.
What else is near Tusharagiri Waterfalls?
Nearby you can pair Kakkayam Dam (16.6 km), Peruvannamuzhi Dam (28.6 km), Pazhassi Raja Museum (36.1 km), Kappad Beach (37.9 km).
What should I know before visiting Tusharagiri Waterfalls?
Do not enter strong currents or closed pools. Avoid upper trails during heavy rain, lightning or low visibility. Stay on permitted routes and follow guide/local instructions.
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