Suruli Falls
சுருளி அருவி
A two-tier waterfall in the forests on the Tamil Nadu side, a pilgrimage bathing site for Tamils and easy to combine with Thekkady on a day trip.
Suruli Falls lies in Theni district, Tamil Nadu, about 45 km downhill from Kumily. The falls cascade in two tiers with a total drop of around 50 metres. Several cave temples surround the site, and it is a place where Tamils bathe and pray. It gets very busy during festivals. You can paddle in the waterfall pool, where there are changing facilities. In the dry season the water flow drops noticeably. The route passes through the vineyards of the Kambam Valley, so you can stop along the way. Hired cars crossing into another state must pay an interstate tax.
Opening hours
About 06:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Mangala Devi Kannagi Temple
- Chellarkovil Viewpoint
- Kumily Spice Market
- Mudra Cultural Centre
- Periyar Bamboo Rafting & Jungle Treks
- Kadathanadan Kalari Centre
- Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary (Thekkady)
- Ramakkalmedu