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    Kalhatti Falls - Nature's shower, Ooty's power!

    Ooty, Tamil Nadu, India

    8.5/10
    Best time: October-to-March
    4 hours

    Discover the magic of Kalhatti Falls near Ooty! This stunning waterfall, with its historical ties to Saint Agastya, promises a refreshing escape. Perfect for nature lovers and trekking enthusiasts on their India tourism adventure!

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    Top Activities in Kalhatti Falls

    • 1

      Enjoy A Picnic By The Falls

    • 2

      Spot Various Bird Species

    • 3

      Take Photos Of The Scenic Waterfall

    • 4

      Trek To The Top Of The Falls

    Detailed Information

    Best Time to Visit

    October-to-March

    When to visit place on the day

    All-Day

    Approximate expense

    ₹500 per person

    History

    Kalhatti Falls is believed to have been formed by the Kalhatti stream, which originates in the nearby hills. The falls have been a popular spot for locals for centuries, who used the water for irrigation and other purposes. The area around the falls is rich in biodiversity and has been designated as a protected area. There are several local legends associated with the falls, adding to its mystique. Over the years, the falls have become a popular tourist destination, attracting visitors from all over the world. The local government has taken steps to develop the area around the falls, providing facilities such as restrooms and parking for visitors.

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    sabique rahman vp
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    sabique rahman vp

    11/25/2024

    Kalhatty water falls is a hidden landscape near ooty. It's an excellent experience to us. It's almost 2km running from masinagudi - ooty main road. It's not children friendly area.

    madan jc
    madan jc

    madan jc

    11/25/2024

    Awesome falls, number of visitors are low it's an advantage to enjoy at your own way. Water also pure as drinkable. 6am to 11 am is best timing for photography. Evening time partly perfect. I hope this falls gives u best experience n enjoyment. 🤗🤗😊

    Dr. Sandhu G. Joseph
    Dr. Sandhu G. Joseph

    Dr. Sandhu G. Joseph

    11/25/2024

    An amazing place... A kind of trek place.... Nothing much to see there. Just a water falls. But the journey till there is superb. Can't go by two-wheeler or four wheeler. Best way to enjoy the falls is to go by walk. Falls is situated inside a forest (not a thick forest). Safety measures should be taken. A lonely place. So couples going there should be careful. The falls is seems to be very deep so don't try to get into water. Streams nearby is good to enjoy.

    Sudeeksha Dongre
    Sudeeksha Dongre

    Sudeeksha Dongre

    11/25/2024

    A must visit serene place. Perfect weekend getaway from cities. Also, since people around are very less, it's a great picnic spot. I would recommend the best time to visit would be in monsoon or right after it because it's a very small waterfall hence water quantity might be lower in the other seasons

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