Allathorai Falls, Kundah, Nilgiris
Allathorai Falls is a Waterfalls located in Bikketti, a
mountainous village in picturesque Nilgiris Hills near Ooty Hill Station in
Kundah Taluk of Nilgiris District of Tamilnadu. Allathorai Falls is unknown to
the tourists as it situated in the remote Village. No special permissions are
required to reach this place. This Falls is ideal to visit during rainy season
to enjoy the beauty of the falls to its extensiveness. The forest that
surrounds this fall is home to numerous plants and animals so it would be a
great place to visit for the wildlife enthusiasts. The volume of water will be
great during the monsoons.
Dressing Restrictions: There aren’t any specific dressing restrictions
and you may choose to wear clothes as per your convenience. It may also depend
on the season of your visit.
Best time to Visit: The Best time to visit the falls would be between
the months of September to May. The falls are at its best during the rainy
season.
Visiting Timings: The timings to visit this fall are between 10 am
to 6 pm. However, there are no specific time restrictions and you may visit it
as per your convenience.
Entry Fee: There is no entry fee to visit this place.
Restrictions: There aren’t any restrictions on things you can
take. You may carry food and water as per your requirement. It is advisable to
carry fewer luggages as you may not find a suitable place to keep them.
Suggestions: These falls are a great place for hiking and
trekking, so if you are in search of a good adventure, this is a great place to
be. It is also a great place for photography.
Connectivity
Allathorai Falls is located at about 2 Kms from Kundah Dam,
5 Kms from Manjur Bus Stop, 29 Kms from Ooty Bus Stand, 29 Kms from Ooty, 30
Kms from Ooty Railway Station, 34 Kms from Coonoor, 51 Kms from Kotagiri, 30
Kms from Kinnakorai, 59 Kms from Mettupalayam Railway Station and 105 Kms from
Coimbatore Airport. Allathorai Falls is situated on Coonoor to Manjur Route
near Kundah Dam. Manjur is well connected to Ooty and Coonoor by Bus. Private
Taxis are available from Ooty and Coonoor to reach this place.
Location