Nelliyampathi - Another Trekking Paradise
Geographically close and ecologically similar to Munnar, but Nelliyampathy Hills can be reached by road via Palakkad. Located in the Western Ghats, is popular for tea, orange, coffee and cardamom plantations. The place is situated at an altitude of 1572 m above mid sea level, these hills are suitable for trekking and provide a good view of Palakkad.
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| The most common picture from Nelliyampathi view point |
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| Tea Plantations at Nelliyampathi |
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| View point |
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| Nelliyampathi route |
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| Kesavan Rock |
From the town of Nenmara in Palakkad district, the cloud-caressed peaks of the majestic Nelliyampathy Hill ranges are a sight to behold. The height of the hills ranges from approximately 467 m to 1572 m and it has an extremely calming effect on all who view it. To reach Nelliyampathy, one has to take the road starting from Nenmara that proceeds to the Pothundy Dam. There are about 10 hairpin bends that have to be negotiated on the way to Nelliyampathy.
The Pothundy Dam is a beautiful view with boating and is a nice option as a picnic place. You can see the Palakkad Gap, which is a geographical phenomenon in the Western Ghats formation in this region where you can see the connection of Kerala and Tamilnadu.
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| Pothundy Dam |
On the way you can see bio farming and tea estates managed by different plantation companies. the place is well known for its orange cultivation.
Privately owned hotels and resorts are located at various points, as one goes up the hills of Nelliyampathy. The estate has a quaint bungalow, built during the British rule in India, and has now been converted into a private owned resort. At Kaikatty, a community hall is available, which is usually used as a base by those interested in trekking.
Not far away from Palagapandy is Seetharkundu where one can have a fantastic view of the valley and a 100 m high waterfall providing an added attraction. From Palagapandy, one can trek or go by jeep to reach Mampara; another breathtaking vantage point at Nelliyampathy. The area in and around Palagapandy Estate has tea, cardamom and coffee plantations with adjoining hills allowing one to catch a glimpse of the wildlife in the form of Indian Gaur, elephants, leopards, Giant Squirrel etc. and is also a paradise for birdwatchers.
Privately owned hotels and resorts are located at various points, as one goes up the hills of Nelliyampathy. The estate has a quaint bungalow, built during the British rule in India, and has now been converted into a private owned resort. At Kaikatty, a community hall is available, which is usually used as a base by those interested in trekking.
Not far away from Palagapandy is Seetharkundu where one can have a fantastic view of the valley and a 100 m high waterfall providing an added attraction. From Palagapandy, one can trek or go by jeep to reach Mampara; another breathtaking vantage point at Nelliyampathy. The area in and around Palagapandy Estate has tea, cardamom and coffee plantations with adjoining hills allowing one to catch a glimpse of the wildlife in the form of Indian Gaur, elephants, leopards, Giant Squirrel etc. and is also a paradise for birdwatchers.
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| Seetharkundu View Point |
Route Map:
Palakkad, about 56 km; Thrissur and Shoranur, about 77 km
Coimbatore International Airport (Tamilnadu), about 55 km from Palakkad
Google Location - https://goo.gl/maps/k6DZ1EUdxS52
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