Family Friendly 2-Day Itinerary for Valparai

  1. Day 1: Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary and National Park
    25 minutes (14.7 km) from Valparai

    Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary and National Park is a perfect place to start your trip. This park has a vast range of wildlife, including tigers, elephants, and panthers. It is also home to several endangered species, such as the lion-tailed macaque. Visitors can take a guided jeep safari, which takes you through the various habitats of this park.

  2. Day 1: Sholayar Dam
    1 hour 10 minutes (40.3 km) from Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary and National Park

    The Sholayar Dam is one of the oldest dams in India and is a significant source of hydroelectric power. The dam is surrounded by lush green forests that provide a breathtaking view of the cascading water and serene atmosphere.

  3. Day 1: Loam’s View Point
    20 minutes (8.2 km) from Sholayar Dam

    Loam’s View Point provides an incredible panoramic view of Valparai and is an excellent spot for photography. Visitors can enjoy the serene beauty of the surrounding dense forests and tea plantations.

  4. Day 2: Aliyar Dam
    1 hour 15 minutes (50.8 km) from Valparai

    The Aliyar Dam is another beautiful spot in Valparai that combines nature and modernity beautifully, where you can get a mesmerizing view of the place. Tourists can spend time in the park, enjoy boating, trekking, and hiking around the location.

  5. Day 2: Balaji Temple
    15 minutes (7.4 km) from Aliyar Dam

    The Balaji Temple is a remarkable Hindu temple located near Aliyar Dam. The temple is famous for its fabulous architecture. Visitors can also witness intricate carvings and sculptures of mythological characters at this temple.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary and National Park (3-4 hours, INR 50-100)
  • Sholayar Dam (1-2 hours, INR 10-20)
  • Loam’s View Point (1-2 hours, INR 50-100 for vehicle hire)
  • Aliyar Dam (2-3 hours, INR 20-30)
  • Balaji Temple (1-2 hours, Free of cost)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 150-270

Useful Tips

Valparai boasts of several other attractions that you can include in your itinerary if you have more time. You could explore the tea estates dotted around and take a tour to learn about tea production. The area also has a range of waterfalls, such as the Monkey Falls, Nallamudi Viewpoint, and more. You can also visit the Chinna Kallar Falls. Suppose you have a shorter time. In that case, you can skip a place and add the Siruvani Waterfalls and Dam, another beautiful spot with magnificent vegetation growth.

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