Chelavara Falls
ಚೇಲಾವರ ಜಲಪಾತ
A waterfall pouring from a black cliff shaped like a turtle's head, reached by a short walk through coffee plantations.
Chelavara Falls lies near Cheyyandane, between Virajpet and Kakkabe. The river drops about 50 meters from a black rock face shaped like a turtle's head. From the parking area, a walk of about 15 minutes through coffee plantations leads to the viewing platform. It sees fewer visitors than Abbi Falls and feels more natural. A small entry fee may be charged. The pools have hidden currents, and drownings have occurred in recent years, so never go into the water. It can be combined in one day with Nalknad Palace and Tadiandamol.
Opening hours
08:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Nalknad Palace
- Tadiandamol
- Raja's Seat
- Madikeri Fort
- Omkareshwara Temple
- Bhagamandala (Triveni Sangama)
- Gaddige (Raja's Tombs)
- Talakaveri