The attractiveness of the Athirapally cannot be described by words. Athirapally water falls situated on the Chalakudy river, 78 kms from Kochi (Cochin), Kerala. It originates in the upper reaches of the Western Ghats. Athirapaly starting calmly from the high ranges, these waterfall is one of the best places in India to re-capture a real sense of the classical idea of something wild and natural.
Vazhachal Waterfalls, Charpa Falls, Malakapara Tea Gardens, Thumpurmuzhi Gardens, Peringalkuthu & Sholayar Dams, Valparai and Vazhachal Forest Gardens are the nearest attractions.
Some of my recent tour photos of Athirapally:
The best time to visit Athirapally is just after the monsoon season, when the waterfalls would still be in full force. September to February is the ideal period to visit.
There are some restriction on Athirapally:
Visiting is between 8 am and 6 pm only, consumption of alcohol and smoking is strictly prohibited here. swimming in the falls is prohibited, visitors are advised to refrain from feeding animals as the waterfalls are plastic-free zones.