Kallar Eco Tourism

Kallar · Kerala · India

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About Kallar Eco Tourism

Kallar Eco Tourism is a nature-based destination located in the Western Ghats of Kerala, approximately 45 kilometers from Thiruvananthapuram. Managed by the Kerala Forest Department, it offers visitors access to the scenic Kallar River, lush greenery, and trekking trails leading to Meenmutty Waterfalls. The site serves as a popular picnic spot and gateway to the Ponmudi hill station, featuring clear river waters, rocky beds, and diverse wildlife.

Visitors guide

Visitors can expect a serene natural environment centered around the Kallar River, known for its clear waters and rocky bed. The area provides opportunities for picnicking, birdwatching, and soft trekking through forested paths. Guided treks to Meenmutty Waterfalls and Varayadumotta peak are available. The site features basic eco-tourism facilities and serves as a stopover for travelers heading to Ponmudi.

Key highlights

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Scenic Kallar River with clear waters and rocky bed
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Trekking trails to Meenmutty Waterfalls and Varayadumotta
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Birdwatching and nature walks in lush Western Ghats forests
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Proximity to Golden Valley and Ponmudi Hill Station
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Managed eco-tourism activities by Kerala Forest Department

Route

By road
By air	Trivandrum International Airport is the nearest airport, approximately 45-50 km away
By train	Thiruvananthapuram Central Railway Station is the nearest railway station, approximately 42-45 km away

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Meenmutty Waterfalls

Meenmutty Waterfalls is a forest waterfall located approximately 45 km from Thiruvananthapuram city near Ponmudi hill station in Kerala's Western Ghats. The cascade is reached via a 2-3 km trek through dense forest terrain along the Kallar River. This natural attraction offers visitors an adventurous jungle trekking experience surrounded by lush vegetation and rocky cascades within an ecologically sensitive area.

Thiruvananthapuram, KeralaWaterfall

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Peppara Wildlife Sanctuary

Peppara Wildlife Sanctuary is a protected forest area in Thiruvananthapuram district of Kerala, established in 1983 to preserve the catchment of the Karamana River and Peppara Dam. Spanning approximately 53 square kilometers within the Western Ghats, it features tropical evergreen and moist deciduous forests. The sanctuary serves as an important ecological corridor within the Agasthyamala Biosphere Reserve, supporting diverse wildlife including elephants, tigers, leopards, and numerous bird species.

Thiruvananthapuram, KeralaWildlife Sanctuary

By public transport	KSRTC buses operate on the Thiruvananthapuram-Ponmudi route passing through Kallar

Nearest airport	Trivandrum International Airport

Nearest railway station	Thiruvananthapuram Central Railway Station

Need to know

01Things to know before you go	Entry may be restricted during heavy rains or monsoon seasons due to safety concerns After 4 PM entry may not be allowed at certain times Alcohol consumption is strictly prohibited Guides are available for trekking through the facilitation centre
02Rules & restrictions	Consumption of alcohol, smoking, and use of drugs is strictly prohibited Do not throw plastic bags and waste in the location Do not collect any form of fauna or flora Entry may be halted during natural calamities or red/orange weather alerts
03Safety information	River access may be banned during heavy rains when water levels rise Ecotourism centers may temporarily close during monsoon season for safety Follow instructions of ecotourism guides and forest personnel

Facilities listed

Reported facilities to help you plan your visit.

Food Stalls
Guided Tours
Parking
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