Manalar Waterfalls, Achankovil, Kollam, Kerala
Manalar
Waterfalls is situated at Achankovil in Kollam
district of Kerala. It is on the eastern area of Kollam
District and Konni forest. This
waterfall is managed by Manalar-Kumbhavurutty Vana Samrakshana Samithy and close
to the Kerala-Tamilnadu border. Manalar Waterfalls originate from a chain of
mountains in the Thooval Mala and cascade down from a height of 70 ft. This
small silvery strip of surging water is usually discernable after the monsoons.
Entry is
allowed from 10 am. Manalar Waterfalls is surrounded by gorgeous scenery –
luxuriant evergreen copses rich in flora and fauna and rambling grasslands. Manalar
Waterfalls is a beautiful spot for a picnic thanks to the bracing mountain air
and the picturesque environment with lush greenery. You could also enjoy a
refreshing dip in its cold clear waters.
Trekking
is another major attraction here, so strap on your walking shoes and get set
for an energizing trek. There is another waterfall, Kumbhavurutty just 2 kms
away from here. The Kerala Forest Department has started an Eco-Contact Centre
at Manalar Waterfalls. Achankovil is an important Hindu pilgrim center in
Kerala. The Achankovil Sastha Temple is one of the five Sastha temples in
Kerala.
Contact
Divisional
Forest Officer,
Divisional
Forest Office,
Achankoil
P.O,
Kollam
District, Kerala
Phone: +91 – 475 – 2342315
Connectivity
Manalar
Waterfall is located very near from NH 208. Manalar Waterfall is located at
about 7 Kms from Achankovil, 110 Kms away from Kollam city, 120 Kms from Thiruvananthapuram, 27 Kms from
Courtallam, 18 Kms from Shenkottai, 23 Kms from Tenkasi and 84 Kms from Thirunelveli.
Nearest Railway Station is located at Sengottai and Tenkasi. Nearest Airport is
located at Thiruvananthapuram.