Amirthi Falls

Amirthi Falls is a seasonal forest waterfall located inside the Amirthi Zoological Park near Amirthi village in Vellore district, Tamil Nadu, about 25 km from Vellore city. Fed by seasonal streams from the Javadi Hills region, the falls cascade over rocky terrain surrounded by dense forest. It is a popular day-trip and picnic destination combined with the adjacent zoo, known for its natural setting, shallow pools at the base, and accessibility within the protected forest area.

Visitors can expect a small seasonal waterfall inside the Amirthi Zoological Park surrounded by dry deciduous forest and rocky slopes. Access is via a short walk from the park entrance through the zoo area. The falls flow mainly after the monsoon and form shallow pools at the base where visitors wade and bathe. The setting includes forested trails, viewing areas near the cascade, and the adjacent zoological park with deer, birds and other animals, plus basic picnic spots.

The falls lie within the Amirthi forest area developed as Amirthi Zoological Park in 1967 by the Tamil Nadu Forest Department. The park was established for conservation, wildlife protection and eco-tourism, with the waterfall as a natural feature within the reserve.

The falls and surrounding park serve as a well-known local recreational and picnic site for residents of Vellore district and nearby areas, particularly during the post-monsoon season when water flow is present.