Weekend Nature Escape: Valparai and Athirapally Falls from Chennai

Day 1: Travel & Arrival

Chennai to Coimbatore, India on July 11, 2025

4:00PM

Arrival at Coimbatore Railway Station

Arrive in Coimbatore by train and collect the bike for the onward trip to Valparai.

INR0, 0h30m

5:00PM

Bike Ride to Valparai

Begin the scenic bike journey from Coimbatore to Valparai, a hill station known for tea estates and cool weather, covering approximately 85 km through winding roads.

INR0, 3h0m

8:00PM

Dinner at Valparai

Enjoy a traditional South Indian dinner at Hotel Parveen, serving local delicacies with fresh ingredients, open until 10 PM.

INR300, 1h0m

9:00PM

Check-in and Rest

Relax overnight in a pre-booked homestay or resort in Valparai to rest for an early start tomorrow.

INR1500, 8h0m

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Day 2: Valparai & Athirapally Falls

Valparai and Athirapally Falls, India on July 12, 2025

7:00AM

Breakfast at Hotel/Site Restaurant

Have a hearty South Indian breakfast with idlis, dosas, and fresh filter coffee to energize for the day’s exploration, around 7 AM as many local places open by then.

INR250, 1h0m

8:00AM

Exploration of Valparai Tea Estates and Wildlife

Visit local tea estates and perhaps spot wild elephants in nearby forest reserves; these areas offer beautiful nature walks and photo opportunities.

INR200 (entrance/guide fees), 2h30m

10:30AM

Departure for Athirapally Falls

Start the ride to Athirapally Falls, approximately 60 km from Valparai, through beautiful forest landscapes.

INR0, 2h0m

12:30PM

Lunch near Athirapally Falls

Enjoy lunch at Athirapally, with options like Cascade Resort Restaurant, serving tasty Kerala cuisine and seafood, open till 3 PM.

INR400, 1h0m

1:30PM

Visit Athirapally Falls

Explore the majestic Athirapally Falls, known as the ‘Niagara of India’, best viewed during monsoon. Walking trails and viewpoints are open till sunset (6 PM).

INR50, 2h0m