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4-day Motorcycle Riding Itinerary for Valparai in July 2023

  1. Day 1: Aliyar Dam
    23 minutes (16.1 km) from Valparai Town

    Start your morning by visiting the Aliyar Dam, nestled in the Anaimalai Hills. Take a walk along the dam, where you can enjoy the lush greenery and the spectacular view of the Aliyar Reservoir. The dam is also an ideal spot for bird watching and you can spot cormorants, herons and other birds. Ride to the Monkey Falls, a 10-minute ride from Aliyar Dam. Enjoy a refreshing swim in the natural pools or have a picnic with your friends and family. Spend your evening at the Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary where you can spot a variety of flora and fauna. Take a jeep safari and spot elephants, tigers and other wildlife.

  2. Day 2: Sholayar Dam
    1 hour 10 minutes (45.7 km) from Aliyar Dam

    Start your day by riding to the Sholayar Dam, the second highest dam in Asia. The reservoir offers an amazing view of the surrounding mountains and lush forests. Enjoy the scenic beauty while boating in the dam or take a stroll by the banks. Afternoon, ride to the Grass Hills National Park, a 45-minute ride from the dam. The park is home to a variety of flora and fauna and you can spot exotic birds and animals like the Nilgiri Tahr, Sambar deer and bison. Spend your evening at the Chinnakallar Falls, where you can take a dip in the cool waters and relax.

  3. Day 3: Anamudi Shola National Park
    2 hours 10 minutes (84.6 km) from Sholayar Dam

    Start your day by riding to the Anamudi Shola National Park, located in the Western Ghats. The park is home to endangered species like the Nilgiri Tahr, Lion-tailed macaque and the Indian Elephant. Take a trek through the shola forests and enjoy the beauty of the nature. Afternoon, ride to the Thalaiyar Falls, a 1-hour 20-minute ride from the park. The falls offer a breathtaking view of the surrounding valleys and mountains. Take a dip in the falls and relax in the serenity of the place. Spend your evening at the Balaji Temple, located in the heart of the town.

  4. Day 4: Vellamalai Tunnel
    2 hours 15 minutes (93.7 km) from Anamudi Shola National Park

    Start your day by riding to the Vellamalai Tunnel, a 5 km long tunnel built during the British rule. The tunnel is surrounded by greenery and offers a great view. Afternoon, ride to the Karamalai Annai Velankanni Church, a 1-hour 30-minute ride from the tunnel. The church is famous for its Gothic architecture and is a popular pilgrimage site. Spend your evening at the Koolangal River, located near the church. Take a dip in the cool waters and enjoy the serenity of the place.

Recommendations

You can also consider visiting the Nirar Dam, Loam’s Viewpoint, Nallamudi Viewpoint, and the Chitti Vinayagar Temple. If you have an extra day, you can plan a day trip to Munnar, a hill station located 3 hours from Valparai. Make sure to pack your rain gear and warm clothes as the weather can be unpredictable.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Aliyar Dam (2 hours, free)
  • Monkey Falls (1 hour, INR 20 per person)
  • Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary (3 hours, INR 1500 per jeep)
  • Sholayar Dam (2 hours, free)
  • Grass Hills National Park (3 hours, INR 100 per person)
  • Chinnakallar Falls (1 hour, free)
  • Anamudi Shola National Park (4 hours, INR 100 per person)
  • Thalaiyar Falls (2 hours, free)
  • Balaji Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Vellamalai Tunnel (2 hours, free)
  • Karamalai Annai Velankanni Church (2 hours, free)
  • Koolangal River (1 hour, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 1620 per person

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