About Irupu Falls

Country: India | State: Karnataka

Ideal Trip Duration: 4 Hours/Half Day

Nearest City to Irupu Falls: Mysore (110 Kms)

Best Time to Visit Irupu Falls: October to January

Peak Season: October & December to January & May to June

At a distance of 248 km from Bangalore, 110 km from Mysore, 75 km from Madikeri, 48 km from Virajpet, 32 km from Gonikoppal, 20 km from Nagarhole National Park, 10 km from Kutta & 10 km from Srimangala, Iruppu Falls is a magnificent waterfalls situated in Brahmagiri Hills between Srimangala & Kutta in Coorg district of Karnataka State, bordering the Wayanad district of Kerala. It is one of the best waterfalls in Karnataka and also one of the well-known Coorg tourist places. It can be visited as part of 2 day trip from Bangalore.

Also known as Lakshmana Tirtha Falls locally, Irupu Falls or Iruppu Falls is another popular attraction not to miss in Wayanad tour packages. It is formed by Lakshmana Tirtha, a stream originated in Brahmagiri Peaks and joins Kaveri River. According to the legend, Lord Rama and his brother Lakshmana passed along the Brahmagiri range in search of Sita. When lord Rama asked his brother to get some drinking water, Lakshmana shot an arrow at the Brahmagiri hills and brought into being the river Lakshmana Tirtha.

Dropping from a height of 170 feet through several stages, the falls are situated amidst thick forest of Western Ghats. The roaring waters of the Irupu Falls and the picturesque surroundings make it a favorite picnic spot. It is an unforgettable experience to stand at bottom of the cascades and play in the sizzling waters of the falls. Iruppu Falls is a part of the Brahmagiri forest range, there is a trek route that leads to the Narimale forest camp and then on to Brahmagiri Peak. Permission from forest department is needed for doing this trek.

There is a temple called Rameshwara Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva is located on the banks of the Lakshmana Tirtha River, enroute to the falls. It is said that Lord Rama himself installed the Shiva lingam inside the temple. This temple attracts a large number of pilgrims during the festival of Shivaratri.

The falls can be reached by taking a right diversion after Srimangala (while driving from Gonikoppal) between Srimangala and Kutta. The diversion is at about 2.5 km from Srimangala and road continues through coffee estates for another 6 km. Approach road is available till Rameshwara Temple which is the entry point to Brahmagiri Hills & Irupu Falls (an entry fee has to be paid here). From here, the falls is 15-20 minute walk through thick forest (the walk is easy through well laid path & steps). Private vehicles can be hired at Kutta or Srimangala to visit the falls (options are limited from Srimangala).

Kozhikode Airport is the nearest airport, which is about 145 km from Iruppu Falls. Mysore Junction Railway station is the nearest station which is about 110 km from Irupu Falls. Kutta is the nearest Bus station to Iruppu Falls. It is well connected by bus from Mysore, Madikeri, Virajpet, Gonikoppal, Kozhikode & Kalpetta. Kutta has various accommodation facilities.

The falls is at its best in monsoon and post monsoon seasons. The best time to visit Iruppu falls are from August to January while the peak season is from September to December. Usually it takes half day to visit Iruppu Falls.

Timings: 8 AM - 6 PM

Entry: Rs. 20 for Person

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STD Code: 08274
Languages Spoken: Kannada, Kodava, English
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How to Reach Irupu Falls

By Air

Nearest Airport: Kozhikode - Kozhikode International Airport (145 Kms)

By Train

Nearest Train Station: Mysore Junction (110 Kms)

By Bus

Nearest Bus Station: Kutta Bus Station (10 Kms)
Srimangala Bus Station (10 Kms)

Top 10 Places to Visit in Irupu Falls

Wildlife

#1 of 7 Places to Visit in Irupu Falls

At a distance of 10 km from Kutta, 20 km from Iruppu Falls, 62 km from Kalpetta, 88 km from Mysore, 88 km from Madikeri, and 218 km from Bangalore, Nagarhole National Park is one of the best wildlife sanctuaries in India and among the must include places in Karnataka Tour Packages. Also known as Rajiv Gandhi National Park, it is spread across Mysore and Kodagu districts in Karnataka.

Nagarhole National Park is one of the top attractions you must include in Coorg tour packages. Originally the forest area was the private hunting ground for the Maharajas of Mysore. It was converted into a sanctuary in the year 1955 covering an area of 258 sq. km and subsequently enlarged to include the adjoining areas of Mysore district and now extends over an area of 643 sq. km. Nagarhole got National Park status in 1988 and declared as 37th Project .....

Distance (From Irupu Falls): 20 Kms
Trip Duration (From Irupu Falls - Including Travel): 4 Hours/Half Day
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Hill Station

#2 of 7 Places to Visit in Irupu Falls

At a distance of 73 km from Kozhikode, 118 km from Ooty, 141 km from Mysore, 168 km from Palakkad, 180 km from Thrissur, 246 km from Kochi, 299 km from Bangalore, and 442 km from Trivandrum, Wayanad is a hill district in Kerala. It is one of the popular hill stations near Bangalore, and among the must include places in Kerala tour packages.

Wayanad district was formed in 1980 by carving out areas from Kozhikode and Kannur districts. Kalpetta is the headquarters of the Wayanad district. The name Wayanad is derived from Vayal Nadu which means the land of paddy fields. Banasura Sagar Dam, Edakkal Caves, and Soochipara Waterfalls are among the must include places in your Wayanad Tour Packages.

It is a picturesque plateau situated at an altitude ranging between 700 to 2100 meters nestled among the mountains of .....

Distance (From Irupu Falls): 60 Kms
Trip Duration (From Irupu Falls - Including Travel): Full Day
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Wildlife

#3 of 7 Places to Visit in Irupu Falls

At a distance of 12 km from Nagarhole National Park, 12 km from Irupu Falls, and 39 km from Kalpetta, Tholpetty Wildlife Sanctuary, also known as Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary, is a sanctuary and Elephant Reserve in the Wayanad district of Kerala. It is one of the must include places in India wildlife tours and among the best Wayanad tourist places.

Established in 1973, Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary was brought under the Project Elephant in the year 1991-92. The sanctuary is bordered with Nagarhole WLS & Bandipur WLS in Karnataka and Mudumalai WLS in Tamilnadu. Occupying an area of 345 sq. km, Wayanad WLS is the second largest WLS in Kerala and is now an integral part of the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve. The sanctuary was set up with an objective of conserving the biological heritage of the region .....

Distance (From Irupu Falls): 12 Kms
Trip Duration (From Irupu Falls - Including Travel): Half Day to Full Day
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Nature

#4 of 7 Places to Visit in Irupu Falls

About Kuruva Island

At a distance of 13 km from Mananthavady, 26 km from Kalpetta, 35 km from Irupu Falls & 32 km from Sulthan Bathery, Kuruva Island, also known as Kuruva Dweep, is a protected river delta in Wayanad district of Kerala. Kuruva Dweep is being developed as an eco-tourism project and is one of the popular places to visit in Wayanad.

Kuruva Island is a cluster of small islands formed by the delta in the River Kabini and is spread over 950 acres of uninhabited area. These are true natural islands with no other activities. Kuruva Island is densely populated with rich flora and fauna. Rare species of birds, orchids, and herbs are the main attraction of the island apart from its breathtaking natural beauty. Several migratory birds are also seen on the island. The main island contains two small freshwater lakes. Other unique features of these islands are the bridges .....

Distance (From Irupu Falls): 35 Kms
Trip Duration (From Irupu Falls - Including Travel): 3-4 Hours
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Pilgrimage

#5 of 7 Places to Visit in Irupu Falls

At a distance of 22 km from Mananthavady, 28 km from Irupu Falls & 45 km from Kalpetta, Thirunelly Temple is an ancient temple located in a beautiful valley beneath Brahmagiri hill range close to Kerala - Karnataka border (near Kutta). It is one of the most ancient places of pilgrimage in Kerala, and among the most popular religious places to visit as part of Wayanad packages.

The temple is dedicated to Lord Maha Vishnu. Situated at an altitude of about 900 m, the temple is surrounded by mountains and beautiful forests. History depicts Chera king Kulasekharan as the founder of this temple. There exists documentary proof that Thirunelly at the time of Tamil Chera king Bhaskara Ravi Varma I (962-1019 CE) was an important town and pilgrim center in South India. In the dense jungles surrounding the temple, the ruins of two ancient villages can be found.

The name Thirunelli derives .....

Distance (From Irupu Falls): 28 Kms
Trip Duration (From Irupu Falls - Including Travel): 2-3 Hours
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Adventure

#6 of 7 Places to Visit in Irupu Falls

At a distance of 7 km from Thirunelly Temple, 29 km from Mananthavady, 35 km from Irupu Falls & 52 km from Kalpetta, Pakshipathalam is an eco-tourist spot situated in the Brahmagiri hills of Wayanad district. Situated at an altitude of 1740 m, Pakshipathalam is one of the popular Wayanad tourist places and also one of the best places for trekking in Wayanad.

Pakshipathalam is the abode of large population of several species of birds. It is an ornithologist's paradise. The deep rock caves, formed among the thick blocks of rocks at the northern top end of the Brahmagiri, are the abode of various birds and wild beasts. The hill station of Pakshipathalam was once the meditating area for countless rishis or saints of ancient India. There is also a cave called Munikal Cave, where birds take shelter during night and early morning. The cave is also famous for the endangered species of birds known as 'Edible Nest Swift' which makes its .....

Distance (From Irupu Falls): 35 Kms
Trip Duration (From Irupu Falls - Including Travel): Full Day
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Heritage | City

#7 of 7 Places to Visit in Irupu Falls

At a distance of 128 km from Ooty, 139 km from Bangalore, 203 km from Coimbatore, 247 km from Mangalore, & 476 km from Chennai, Mysore is the 2nd biggest city in Karnataka. It is one of the top places to visit near Bangalore, and among the must include places in Karnataka Tour Packages.

Mysore is the erstwhile capital of the Mysore Maharajas, who ruled the Mysore State between 1399 & 1947. Mysore is also the stopover for Coorg Tour Packages. Mysore still retains its old-world charm with its palaces, heritage buildings, traditions, and temples. At an altitude of 763 meters surrounded by hill ranges from north to south, it is known as the City of Palaces. Mysore Palace is among the must include place in your Mysore Tour Packages.

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Distance (From Irupu Falls): 108 Kms
Trip Duration (From Irupu Falls - Including Travel): 1-2 Days
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