Athirappilly Falls & Cherai Beach Bliss - Day Escape from Kochi
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Is Athirappilly Falls & Cherai Beach Bliss - Day Escape from Kochi worth booking?
Athirappilly Falls & Cherai Beach Bliss - Day Escape from Kochi is a 9-hour experience in Kochi, India, from $57 per person. It scores 67 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.6/5 rating across 14 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 67 / 100
- Rating
- 4.6/5 (14)
- Duration
- 9 hours
- From
- $57 per person
This programme is designed for those who like to visit a good water fall and a beach which is close by to Kochi. In this full day trip, we are including best two sightseeing options – Athirapally waterfalls and Cherai Be
What you get
About this experience
This programme is designed for those who like to visit a good water fall and a beach which is close by to Kochi. In this full day trip, we are including best two sightseeing options – Athirapally waterfalls and Cherai Beach. Athirapally waterfalls – termed as Nayagra of Kerala, a day tour programme from Kochi to experience this famous tourist destination. More than a waterfall, Athirapally is also famous for its fauna and flora. Being located inside the forest, you can also see lots of different variety of birds especially Indian Hornbill. More details about this destination. Cherai Beach – one of the best beach located close to Kochi. This is famous for watersports and safe for swimming. More details about this destination . Pick up and drop place and Time. Our pick up facility available in the following places. Drop will be the same place from where the pickup is arranged.
What's included
Included
- Entry fee at Athirapally, Vazachal and Chapra waterfalls and butterfly park.
- All the applicable taxes. No hidden costs
- AC car all inclusive with well experienced and bilingual driver cum guide.
- All the expenses related to the vehicle (toll, tax, parking, permits, driver batta,etc)
Not included
- Local guide if required, camera charges, Massages, Elephant Safaris, laundry, tips
- Optional Tours, Travel Insurance etc.
- Optional activities mentioned in the itinerary & anything not mentioned in the above package
- In case of payment made by credit or debit card service charge of 2.5% and 1% will be charged extra.
What you'll see and do
Thumboormuzhi Dam & Garden
Thumboormuzhi dam and garden is part of the Ezattumugham Prakrithi Gramam project. The project includes hanging bridge, which is the main attraction, a butterfly garden, kids play area, a watch tower to see the river etc are the main attraction of this place. Hanging bridge is the main attraction as when you walk on this bridge, you can see Chalakudi river flows under your feet, view from middle of the river, and one of the best place for photography. The butter fly park is another attraction. This place is located before Athirapally waterfalls from Kochi to Athirapally route. This is one of the best places for photography and family outing. Thumboormuzhi Travel Tips • Entry fee of Rs 40 per adults and Children Rs 10. • Parking available inside the park. • Visit this before or after Athirapally visit. Park and butterfly garden close at 1630 hrs.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Athirappilly Waterfalls
You are going to experience the biggest waterfall in Kerala which is having 84 ft in height. Athirapally waterfalls travel tips. • Open at 0800 hrs and entry close at 1630 hrs. Entry fee is Rs 40 per adult, Rs 10 for Children and 150 for foreigners. • Best time and season to visit. Best season to visit is after monsoon ie from Aug to Feb and best time to visit is till 1100 hrs or after 1500 hrs. • You can see and experience the waterfall from two different places. One is from the top and other is bottom. • Since the pathway to the bottom is too steep, climbing back for persons with heart disease, breathing problem and handicapped may face difficulty. • Bathing in the river is possible in selected places. So keep your changing cloths with you before entering. • Plastic bottles or water bottles are allowed to carry subject to a security deposit. You will lose the security deposit in case these are not taken back. • Eateries are not allowed inside the forest. • Wheel chair is accessible at the top of the falls. Wheel chair rental not available. • Total time to visit top of the falls is minimum 1 hrs and bottom is 1.5 hrs. In case you visit Athirapally falls along with Charpa and Vazachal, you may need a half day. • Close to entrance, restaurants and coffee shops are available.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Charpa Waterfall
Charpa waterfall is located 3 km further Athirapally waterfalls on the way to Sholayar Dam. This is relatively a small fall, but best to see during monsoon. This is located left side of the road and there is no entry ticket required.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Vazhachal Waterfalls
This falls is located 5 km further to Athirapally waterfalls. This is a different kind of waterfall. The attraction is water is flowing by cascading in several steps. You can go very close to the fall till the fencing and watch closely the milky water. This is one of the best place for relax and enjoy as there is a park and coffee shop is also available. The entry ticket purchased at Athirapally waterfall is valid here also therefore, should keep this with you.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Cherai Beach
We expect the Athirappally sightseeing is over by 1300 hrs. You can have your lunch at Athirapally or any restaurant located on the way from Athirapally to Cherai beach. Departure for Cherai beach at 1300 hrs before or after lunch and it takes 2 hrs drive to the beach. We expect you to reach the beach by 1600. Spend your time in the beach till sunset. Cherai Beach Activities. If you want to do any beach activities during the trip to Cherai, below are the details. 1. Adventure and fun rides. There is a water sport centre available in Cherai. Since this centre is having many activities, we recommend you only fun rides or activities which includes banana ride, lay low ride, knee board, kayaking single or double, bumper ride, speed boat ride etc. They also have catamaran ride, wind surfing, water ski and scuba diving which required pre training. 2. Swimming in beach – you can go up to 50 mt inside in selected places. 3. Munambam – if you would like to go for fishing, this place is very famous. You need to bring the fishing gear and bite. 4. Cherai backwater has country boat or peddles boat rides available. Important Beach Tips. • Swimming in beach is not allowed after 1830 hrs. • During season or rush time, all the activities needs to be booked in advance in case interested. • Monsoon in Kerala start during the 1st week of Jun till Aug end and beach is not idle for swimming. • Life guards and tourist police help available on the beach. • NO wash room or bathing arrangement available on the beach. • It will be crowded with local tourist during holidays and weekends. After sightseeing is completed, we will start moving back to Kochi and drop at the same pick up point. Tour ends.
180 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 10 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- hi, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 6 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- SreesTours
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please note below points before booking this trip. 1. Your pick up and drop will be same place. 2. There will be low volume of water from Mar to May due to summer in the Athirappilly water falls. There will not be any water fall in Charpa and Vazachal during summer time.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 14 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
7 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Photo opportunities
3 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Physical effort
2 mentionsExpect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.
Traveler reviews
14 verified traveler reviews for Athirappilly Falls & Cherai Beach Bliss - Day Escape from Kochi. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Excellent full day tour
As a tour with driver this was excellent. We started 30 minutes early and stopped halfway at one of the infamous Indian Coffee House for a simple basic breakfast which was an enjoyable experience. The first waterfall was impressive and the second had its own charm. We stopped for street side snacks on the way Cherai and bonus Kuzhuppilly beaches. The queue for the ferry back was long so we opted to go as foot passengers which saved time. It was a full day and our driver Niyas looked after us throughout. Thanks for the vote if you found this review helpful.
Response from the operator: We that you for writing a review about your full day tour to Athirappilly and cherai beach. SreesTours thank you for choosing us and we are delighted that you had a memorable tour with us.
via Tripadvisor
Fabulous & value for money
We would like to recommend this private tour was fantastic:) our tour guide Sooraj was very friendly & professional also, accommodating to our needs made us feel more enjoyable experience & it was value for money :) covering all 6.
Response from the operator: We are very heppy that you had a memorable tours to Athirappilly water fall and Cherai beach. Thank you for writing a review.
via Viator
Need to come back soon!!
I had a great time seeing all Kerala had to offer. From seeing the beach out in Cherai to being in arm reach to the Athriappilly water falls, I definitely had an experience I would love to experience again for the first time. My guide Sooraj was not helpful but also extremely knowledgeable in all the locations we went to. I would definitely book this trip again the the future!
Response from the operator: We are very happey to know that you are planning another similar tours with us. Thank you for the reivew.
via Tripadvisor
Great day out
Great day out thanks to our driver Joy. Waterfalls were breath taking after a long day chill out time at the beach. Happy days
Response from the operator: Bhaji, thank you for a grate review and hope you will plan another tour with SreesTours soon.
via Tripadvisor
Excellent service from our tour guide!
We had an absolutely incredible day exploring the waterfalls in Kerala, and it was all thanks to our amazing tour guide, Gokul M. From start to finish, he was extremely knowledgeable, kind, and attentive. He went above and beyond to make sure we had the best experience, showing incredible flexibility and making the whole day feel seamless and enjoyable. The car was spotless, comfortable, and very reliable, making travel between sites effortless. His passion for the area and dedication to our experience truly stood out. We cannot recommend him highly enough—if you want a knowledgeable, caring, and professional guide, he is the one! Five stars all the way!
Response from the operator: Thank you for your detailed review ahout our services. Gokul is our driver cum guide for our day outs in Kochi.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 9 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $57 to $66
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 5
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 67
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Athirappilly Falls & Cherai Beach Bliss - Day Escape from Kochi: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Kochi.
How much does Athirappilly Falls & Cherai Beach Bliss - Day Escape from Kochi cost?
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Prices start at $57 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Kochi usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Athirappilly Falls & Cherai Beach Bliss - Day Escape from Kochi take?
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Plan for about 9 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Kochi is not rushed.
Is Athirappilly Falls & Cherai Beach Bliss - Day Escape from Kochi worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 67 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.6/5 across 14 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Kochi, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Athirappilly Falls & Cherai Beach Bliss - Day Escape from Kochi?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Athirappilly Falls & Cherai Beach Bliss - Day Escape from Kochi suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 9-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Athirappilly Falls & Cherai Beach Bliss - Day Escape from Kochi?
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Around 5 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Kochi can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Kochi and add a light layer if any part of the 9-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Athirappilly Falls & Cherai Beach Bliss - Day Escape from Kochi start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Kochi within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Kochi?
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On Outty we rank every Kochi experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Local Kochi Sightseeing Tuk-Tuk Tour, Kochi Sightseeing Tuk-Tuk Tour, Kochi Sightseeing Tuk-Tuk Tour with Pickup From Cruise Ships. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Kochi?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Kochi?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
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