Thikkoti Lighthouse

Lighthouse on the rocky Kadalur point near Payyoli, overlooking the Velliyamkallu rock and its migratory birds. This viewpoint guide is organized from Vadakara 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 Thikkoti Lighthouse.

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Practical guide

Plan Thikkoti Lighthouse

Typeviewpoint

Nearest baseVadakara

Best timeClear post-monsoon and winter days are best

Time needed45 minutes to 2 hours

EntryA small lighthouse ticket (plus a camera fee) may apply; confirm locally.

Nearest town/baseVadakara

DistrictKozhikode

Place typeviewpoint

Time needed45 minutes to 2 hours.

Thikkoti Lighthouse belongs under Vadakara, one of the practical travel bases in Kozhikode district. Use Vadakara for stays, food, local transport and operators, then plan this place as a focused stop rather than an isolated pin.

Visiting

Thikkoti Lighthouse — at a glance

TimingsOpen only for a few hours in the afternoon — check current timings before travelling.

Best timeDecember to March for the migratory birds around the Velliyamkallu rock.

Entry: A small lighthouse ticket (plus a camera fee) may apply; confirm locally.

Getting there: On the Kadalur point near Payyoli, about 32 km north of Kozhikode.

A lighthouse on the rocky northern coast overlooking the Velliyamkallu rock, a birdwatching draw in winter. Opening hours are short, so time your visit.

What to expect

Highlights

Viewpoint stop at Thikkoti Lighthouse
Photography and landscape views
Good add-on to nearby town or hill routes

Getting there

How to visit

Base yourself in Vadakara or a nearby town in Kozhikode, then confirm the last-mile route locally before leaving.
Go early for clearer light and easier parking; sunset viewpoints can crowd quickly.
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

Clear post-monsoon and winter days are best; mist can block views in hill areas.

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Visitor notes

Carry water and sun/rain protection.
Check whether vehicles can reach the final point.

Safety

Good to know

Stay behind barriers and away from cliff edges.
Avoid viewpoints during lightning or heavy rain.

On the map

Where Thikkoti Lighthouse is

Photos

Thikkoti Lighthouse in pictures

Nearby

What’s near Thikkoti Lighthouse

heritageIringal Sargaalaya10.6 km away beachKappad Beach12.8 km away templeLokanarkavu Temple14.5 km away damPeruvannamuzhi Dam23.3 km away museumPazhassi Raja Museum24.9 km away beachKozhikode Beach27.7 km away

Good to know

Thikkoti Lighthouse — frequently asked

When is the best time to visit Thikkoti Lighthouse?

Clear post-monsoon and winter days are best; mist can block views in hill areas.

What are the entry fee and timings at Thikkoti Lighthouse?

Entry: A small lighthouse ticket (plus a camera fee) may apply; confirm locally.. Timings: Open only for a few hours in the afternoon — check current timings before travelling.. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.

How do I reach Thikkoti Lighthouse?

Base yourself in Vadakara or a nearby town in Kozhikode, then confirm the last-mile route locally before leaving. Go early for clearer light and easier parking; sunset viewpoints can crowd quickly. 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 Thikkoti Lighthouse?

45 minutes to 2 hours.

What else is near Thikkoti Lighthouse?

Nearby you can pair Iringal Sargaalaya (10.6 km), Kappad Beach (12.8 km), Lokanarkavu Temple (14.5 km), Peruvannamuzhi Dam (23.3 km).

What should I know before visiting Thikkoti Lighthouse?

Stay behind barriers and away from cliff edges. Avoid viewpoints during lightning or heavy rain.

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