Dolphin's Nose
டால்பின் நோஸ்
A flat rock shaped like a dolphin's snout juts out over a deep valley. It is reached by a roughly 3 km downhill hike from Vattakanal.
Dolphin's Nose is a flat rock that juts out over a valley about 1 km deep. It is shaped like a dolphin's snout and offers wide views over the gorge. Starting from Vattakanal village, known for its backpacker cafés, the trail through the forest is about 3–4 km round trip. It passes a tributary of Fairy Falls. Some sections are steep and slippery, so wear running shoes. Admission is free, and the site is open all day. Going in the morning is best, to avoid the mist that rolls in during the afternoon.
Opening hours
Open all day; daytime visits recommended
Nearby sights
- Green Valley View
- Pillar Rocks
- Bryant Park
- Coaker's Walk
- Fairy Falls
- Kodaikanal Lake
- Guna Caves (Devil's Kitchen)
- Shenbaganur Museum of Natural History