The 'misty peaks' of Kozhikode: a forest trail to the three Thusharagiri falls on the Chalippuzha, then the rock-ribbed cascades of Arippara near Thiruvambady.
Highlights: Thusharagiri falls, Forest trail, Arippara cascades, Monsoon greenery
Itinerary
7:30 AM — Pickup Kozhikode railway station · KSRTC Mavoor Road bus station · Calicut Airport (on request)
9:15 AM — Thusharagiri Erattumukku falls: The first and easiest falls, where two streams meet, via a short forest path from the gate. (Entry own expense)
10:30 AM — Upper falls trail A guided climb towards Mazhavil Chattam and Thumbithullum Para for those who are fit. (Optional · forest guide)
1:00 PM — Lunch · Kodanchery Simple Kerala meals in the town, own expense.
2:30 PM — Arippara Falls Water racing over wide rock shelves near Anakkampoyil — a viewing stop. (No bathing)
6:00 PM — Drop-off Kozhikode station, KSRTC bus station, Calicut Airport, or your own stop in the city
Good to know
🌧️ Season & closures: The falls are at their best from July to January; in peak monsoon the forest staff may close the trail. We check the evening before; if the falls are closed we tell you and offer a change of date.
🥾 The trail: Erattumukku is an easy walk; the upper falls need a steep, rocky climb with a forest guide. Wear shoes with grip — the rocks are slippery all year.
🚫 No bathing: Bathing and climbing on the rocks are not allowed at Thusharagiri or Arippara — currents are strong and water rises suddenly. Lives have been lost at these falls; please follow the guards.
🚯 Plastic-free: No disposable plastic inside the eco-tourism area; bags may be checked at the gate. Bring a reusable bottle; we carry the rubbish back.
