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Cup and Saucer Waterfalls, Sathuvachari
Set in the hills above Sathuvachari on the eastern edge of Vellore city, this seasonal waterfall is named for its shape, where water appears to spill from a cup into a broad saucer-like rock basin. It is reached by a short trek through forested slopes and is a popular local monsoon and summer picnic spot with viewing platforms near the top.
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Cup and Saucer Waterfalls, Sathuvachari
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Typeheritage
Nearest baseSathuvachari
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseSathuvachari
DistrictVellore
Place typeheritage
Time neededAbout an hour.
Set in the hills above Sathuvachari on the eastern edge of Vellore city, this seasonal waterfall is named for its shape, where water appears to spill from a cup into a broad saucer-like rock basin. It is reached by a short trek through forested slopes and is a popular local monsoon and summer picnic spot with viewing platforms near the top.
Cup and Saucer Waterfalls, Sathuvachari is planned from Sathuvachari, one of the travel bases in Vellore district. Use Sathuvachari for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
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Cup and Saucer Waterfalls, Sathuvachari — at a glance
TimingsDaylight hours; strongest flow during and after the monsoon
Best timeMonsoon and post-monsoon, October to January
Entry: Free
Getting there: On the eastern edge of Vellore city at Sathuvachari; nearest railway Vellore Cantonment (~5 km); nearest airport Chennai (MAA) ~135 km.
Short forest trek to reach it; carry water and wear grip footwear.
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How to visit
- Base yourself in Sathuvachari or nearby in Vellore, then confirm the last-mile route locally before travel.
- If access depends on temple, museum or seasonal rules, check on the day before you go.
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Best time
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
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When is the best time to visit Cup and Saucer Waterfalls, Sathuvachari?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Cup and Saucer Waterfalls, Sathuvachari?
Entry: Free. Timings: Daylight hours; strongest flow during and after the monsoon. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Cup and Saucer Waterfalls, Sathuvachari?
Base yourself in Sathuvachari or nearby in Vellore, then confirm the last-mile route locally before travel. If access depends on temple, museum or seasonal rules, check on the day before you go.
How much time do I need for Cup and Saucer Waterfalls, Sathuvachari?
About an hour.
What else is near Cup and Saucer Waterfalls, Sathuvachari?
Nearby you can pair Christian Medical College Vellore (CMC) (3.2 km), Assumption Cathedral, Vellore (3.4 km), Periyar Park (3.6 km), Clock Tower, Vellore (3.6 km).
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