Ulakai Aruvi (Falls)- Kanyakumari

Ulakai Aruvi(Falls)

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An awesome place to trek, the location in map is just the starting point of the trek, it goes on till the top, the way to the falls is awesome and pure, you can feel the nature of western ghats along the path, the path is also pretty difficult to reach with rocks and streams on its way, one may have to be ready to climbs rocks and walk on stream to reach the top.No words can explain the beauty of this place. Tried reaching the top thrice and we couldn't reach. Guaranteed thriller's while climbing this for sure.

Ulakkai refers to long wooden round log used in olden times to chaff wheat, rice and cereals; Aruvi means falls. This falls is in the shape of a very long huge round log; therefore its name 'ulakkai aruvi'.

This place is about 20 KMs from Nagercoil bus stand. There are buses from Nagercoil. One has to trek a long distance into the forest. Dont venture alone. Be in company of a small group.

Take enough eatables, water etc. It is an enchanting place; a very impressive picnic spot; one has to be very careful while trekking. There are a couple of pools on the downstream; The water might appear quiet and shallow; but these pools are notorious for their undercurrents; Many had lost their lives here. therefore don't venture into such pools. Be extremely careful and enjoy the natural environment, sound of the waterfalls, noise of the birds and also enjoy the unpolluted forest breeze.
No direct access from Railway station. One has to hire a taxi. Be wary of strangers.
Prefer a season just after June - July monsoon just to enjoy the full flow of the waterfalls.

Waterfalls:Ulakaiaruvi waterfall comprises of two falls, the lower falls that serves as a beautiful picnic spot for the tourists visiting the area. The other is the higher falls that is located uphill. The water is basically spring water, coming in as a stream up from the hills nearby. Visitors can either enjoy bathing in the lower falls or trek further up to the higher falls.

Lower Falls:

The lower part of the Ulakaiaruvi waterfall is the place where trekker reach after hiking. The exquisite place serves as a great picnic spot where tourists can enjoy themselves listening to the resonating sounds of the cascading water. Visitors can also enjoy bathing here as the water is cool and then relax here for some time. Even during the summer months, the water here remains cool. However, during summer the flow of the water reduces to a certain extent. The water here can also be consumed.

Higher Falls:

To reach the Higher falls, one needs to climb about 200 meters uphill from Lower Falls (recommended only for healthy people who can climb and swim).

Ulakkai Aruvi Falls is located at about 2 Kms from Perunthalaikadu, 5 Kms from Azhagiapandipuram, 5 Kms from Derisanamcope, 7 Kms from Thittu Vilai, 8 Kms from Boothapandi, 19 Kms from Aralvaimozhi, 21 Kms from Thovalai, 20 Kms from Nagercoil, 25 Kms from Suchindram, 44 Kms from Kanyakumari and 82 Kms from Thiruvananthapuram. Regular Buses are available from Nagercoil & Kanyakumari to Azhagiapandipuram. From Perunthalaikadu village, visitors need to walk about 2 Kms through bumpy & hilly path inside the forest to reach Ulakkai Aruvi Falls. Nearest Railway Stations are located at Nagercoil and Aralvaimozhi. Nearest Airport is located at Thiruvananthapuram.

visit this place with the permission from the forest Department.....