The
name Thusharagiri itself is a combination of two words ‘Thusharam’ means Mist
and ‘Giri’ means peak. So if you read in that sense the term dinotes mist
covered peak. Yes the mist covering the mountain peaks in an attraction of this
waterfall. Apart from being so gorgeous and delightful to the beholders’ eyes,
it remains a great spot for trekking.
Two streams originating from the Western Ghats meet here to form the Chalippuzha River. The river
diverges into four waterfalls creating a snowy spray, which gives the name,
'Thusharagiri'. Of the four, the highest waterfall is the Avnjithode that
falls from an altitude of 120 meters. Thusharagiri offers endless
scope for trekking, rock climbing and wild life sanctuary visits. It is around
55 kilometers from Kozhikode. The nearest town Kodenchery is around
11 kilometers (6.8 mi) from Thusharagiri.
Thusharagiri offers
a fine trekking trail to Wayanad which is rich with breathtaking views of
picturesque waterfalls, various shades of greenery, streams bursting forth from
ravines, and rustic log bridges. As you start climbing you will be able to
see the final portion of the falls of Thusharagiri which starts from higher up
regions. You will have to walk carefully through a narrow steep path which
leads to a ravine and you can also watch water plunging over the boulders in
the ravine.
There is a peak called Mele Thenpara (which means Upper Honey Rock) and
by the time you reach there you will watch and relish the beauty of nature
which is enriched with no less than four waterfalls. The falls include
Erattumukku, the first one, which is about 100 m above the base. Water falls on
the boulders and natural pools have been created below. The trekkers walk
across the narrow bridges over the waters. When the trekker reaches about
400 m up the hill, there is an idyllic spot called Mazhavil Chattam (Rainbow
Falls) and it also houses a waterfall. The next fascinating spot is
Thumbithullum para, which is about 900 m up. If you travel a few kilometres
further, you can reach Thonnikayal where a large pool under the falls enhance
the charm of the area.
The final climb again takes five km and you will reach
the Upper Honey Rock and can enjoy yet another magnificent fall. Avinjithode is
a nearby location where there is another waterfall and usually the trekkers
start descending from this region. On your way back in this route, you can
observe Pooncholapara.
Another trail from the base of Thusharagiri trail leads to the woodlands and then to Vythiri, which is also used by hundreds of trekkers every year. As the name suggests, land and water have struck an extraordinary kinship at Thusharagiri (mist capped peaks). The plantation destination that abounds in rubber, arecanut, pepper, ginger and spices, is also a trekkers delight. Trekkers start early morning from the second waterfall on the hills and climb up through the pristine dense evergreen forests teeming with exotic birds and animals to reach Vythiri in Wayanad district by evening.
Getting there,
Another trail from the base of Thusharagiri trail leads to the woodlands and then to Vythiri, which is also used by hundreds of trekkers every year. As the name suggests, land and water have struck an extraordinary kinship at Thusharagiri (mist capped peaks). The plantation destination that abounds in rubber, arecanut, pepper, ginger and spices, is also a trekkers delight. Trekkers start early morning from the second waterfall on the hills and climb up through the pristine dense evergreen forests teeming with exotic birds and animals to reach Vythiri in Wayanad district by evening.
Vellari Mala,
Bukud Lake, Olichu Chattam Waterfall, Vythiri Hill Stations, Wyanad, Pookot
Lake, etc. are a few attractions nearby Thusharagiri Waterfalls. If you start
trekking in the early hours of the day, you will be able to reach Vythiri that
lies around 6.5 km away from this waterfall. On the way you can explore large
numbers of wild animals and beautiful birds. No doubt , you will surely enjoy
visiting this site sure.
Getting there,
Nearest railway station is
kozhikode, about 50 km
Nearest airport is Calicut
International Airport, about 23 km from Kozhikode town
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