3-Day Family-Friendly Itinerary for Valparai

  1. Day 1: Aliyar Dam
    30 minutes (9.5 miles) from Valparai town

    Start your trip with a visit to the Aliyar Dam, a beautiful picnic spot surrounded by hills and lush greenery. Enjoy a boat ride or simply take in the scenic beauty while enjoying a family picnic.

  2. Day 2: Sholayar Dam and Athirapally Falls
    2 hours (43 miles) from Aliyar Dam

    Take a day trip to the Sholayar Dam and enjoy the scenic beauty of the hills as you go. Next, head over to the Athirapally Falls for a hearty family meal surrounded by the majestic waterfall. Spend the evening exploring the town of Athirapally before heading back to Valparai.

  3. Day 3: Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary and Anaimalai Tiger Reserve
    1 hour 30 minutes (25 miles) from Valaparai town

    Head over to the Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary for a chance to spot some free-roaming elephants. Enjoy a jungle safari and indulge in bird watching with your family. You could also visit the Anaimalai Tiger Reserve where you can observe the majestic big cats and have an animal encounter experience.

Time and Costs Estimates:

  • Aliyar Dam (2-3 hours, Free)
  • Sholayar Dam (3-4 hours, Free)
  • Athirapally Falls (3-4 hours, Rs. 50 per person)
  • Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary (5-6 hours, Rs. 2000 per Jeep)
  • Anaimalai Tiger Reserve (6-7 hours, Rs. 250 per person)
  • Total Estimated Costs (per person): Rs. 3000

Useful Tips:

If time permits, do not miss out on a visit to the Monkey Falls and the Grass Hills National Park. Also, make sure to carry mosquito repellents and sunscreen, and wear comfortable clothing and shoes as some of these places have nature trails and require a bit of walking.

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