A Weekend Getaway To Kariyathumpara: Nature At Its Best!

Kariyathumpara is a hill station located in the rural areas in the district of Kozhikode in the south Indian state of Kerala. This would be a perfect tourist destination, especially during the beginning of summer when you would like to have a chilling vacation experience along with your friends and family.

The scenic location is also quite attractive inviting photo enthusiasts and nature lovers to Kariyathumpara. The streams and rivulets found in the region are perfect if you would like to plunge and swim while visiting the destination. If you are traveling from the city center of Kozhikode, there is a distance of around 45 km in order to reach the destination of this hill station.

Koorachund is the local administrative body in which Kariyathumpara is situated. The water springs in the region are not only perfect for swimming but also to indulge in their milky white look and feel.

The lush green surroundings of Kariyathumpara are indicative of the richness of the environment and biodiversity in the region. You would also get highly satisfied with this hill station visit if you can appreciate and indulge in the beauty of various flora and fauna specific to this area.

Kariyathumpara Location 

The location of this particular hill station is on the outskirts of the city of Kozhikode. Hence you can also get to know the pulse and feel of the culture and lifestyle of the natives by visiting Kariyathumpara.

Thamarassery is the nearest town to Kariyathumpara. Since it is quite far away from the urban landscape and its hustle and bustle you would be able to relax and rejuvenate thoroughly by visiting the location.

The administrative body in which Kariyathumpara is located is a Grama Panchayat indicating the rural untouched surroundings of the area. The location of this hill station is also quite beautiful and perfect for photoshoots and videography.

You can also indulge in a lot of mesmerizing sceneries by visiting Kariyathumpara. Since there is no entry fee or charge to experience this matchless beauty of South Indian nature, a lot of visitors are seen in the location around the year.

Natives in the city of Kozhikode also find Kariyathumpara quite perfect to indulge in a weekend getaway. However, tourism facilities such as resort and hotel accommodation are comparatively lesser in this area making it a disappointing factor for those who would like to spend more than a single day in the location. 

Kariyathumpara Climate Condition

Even if Kariyathumpara falls inside the territory of the district of Calicut, it does not experience the scorching summer just like the city territory. Even during the hottest months of the year, the temperature is not seen crossing 34 degrees Celsius.

During the winter months, the temperature becomes much more pleasurable and reaches 23 degrees Celsius. The temperature in Kariyathumpara is not seen or recorded as falling beyond 23 degrees Celsius making it a much more comfortable location for you to experience the sceneries and pools. 

Best Time To Visit Kariyathumpara

November – April 

How To Reach Kariyathumpara?

Nearest airport: Calicut International Airport 

Nearest railway station: Kozhikode Railway Station (CLT)

Activities At Kariyathumpara 

Birdwatching and biodiversity exploration are some of the major activities to be indulged in while visiting Kariyathumpara. The natural springs and pools in the area make room for swimming and chilling along with your travel partners.

Apart from all these photography is also a good thing to do in the area since you can have access to plenty of natural backdrops in the region. Sometimes provisions for horse riding are also seen in the location. 

Attractions Near Kariyathumpara 

Kakkayam Dam 

Kakkayam Dam is one of the important landmarks you can consider visiting while traveling to the Kariyathumpara region. This particular water reservoir also belongs to the local administrative body of Koorachund Grama Panchayat.

The natural landscape and the hilly region you would find in the region are part of the Western Ghats making it rich and vulnerable in terms of biodiversity. It is also part of the Malabar Wildlife Sanctuary attracting biodiversity enthusiasts to the location in great numbers.

There are also tourists visiting the destination of this particular water reservoir in order to indulge in adventure activities such as trekking and rock climbing. Just like the surroundings of Kariyathumpara, this is also a beautiful destination to click pictures of your natural getaway.

Make sure you are not visiting Kariyathumpara during the monsoon months of the year since it is prone to floods and other sorts of natural calamities during the same season.

Kakkayam dam has also got a significant role in the irrigation and hydroelectric power generation in the region. Covering both locations in a single vacation can give you the most worthwhile natural vacation experience in the Malabar region. 

Vayalada View Point

This is also another mesmerizing location to visit while traveling to the Kariyathumpara side in the district of Kozhikode. Just like the name of the destination suggests, the viewpoint is a major attraction here.

You need to trek a considerable distance in order to reach the destination of the vayalada viewpoint. The motorable road ends quite far away so you need to be physically fit in moderation or more, in order to complete the trek and finally reach the viewpoint.

You can also try a variety of local delicacies while trekking to the vayalada viewpoint. Local fruits and berries in brine are also something worthwhile to taste while walking through these roads. You can also click a lot of adventure pictures after reaching the viewpoint.

The rock cliff in the location has also been a major attraction of the region. The glass bridge found in the area is also something that has caught social media attention. 

Things To Remember While Visiting Kariyathumpara 

Avoid visiting Kariyathumpara during the monsoon months of the year. This place is full of romantic vibes hence you can consider planning a romantic vacation in the place. Kariyathumpara is seen at its best during the golden hours of the day. 

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