Monkey Falls located in the foot hills of Annamalai Hills near Pollachi Taluk, Coimbatore District. You can access the falls by on the way to Valparai Hills.
Monkey Falls – Pollachi Timings
- Timings: 7am – 5pm
- Distance: 50m walk to reach the falls
- Entry ticket: Rs. 50 each
- Special Tag: Chirrapunji of South India
- Cloak Room and restrooms available
How To Reach Monkey Falls, Pollachi?
To reach Monkey Falls, located near Pollachi in Tamil Nadu, follow these steps:
1. By Road:
- From Pollachi: Monkey Falls is about 25 km from Pollachi. The easiest way to get there is by car or taxi. You can take the Pollachi-Valparai road, which is well-connected to the falls.
- From Coimbatore: It is approximately 60 km from Coimbatore. You can drive along the Coimbatore-Pollachi road (NH83) and then head towards Monkey Falls via Pollachi.
- Public Transport: There are buses from Pollachi to Valparai that pass near the falls. You can get off at a stop near the falls and walk the remaining distance. However, taxis are more convenient as the falls are not directly accessible by buses.
2. By Train:
- Nearest Railway Station: The nearest railway station is Pollachi, which is well-connected to Coimbatore and other major towns. Once you reach Pollachi, you can hire a taxi or take a bus to reach Monkey Falls.
3. By Air:
- Nearest Airport: The nearest airport is Coimbatore International Airport (approximately 60 km away). From the airport, you can hire a taxi or use public transport to reach Pollachi and then proceed to Monkey Falls.
Tips:
- Timing: The best time to visit Monkey Falls is during the monsoon or post-monsoon season when the falls are in full flow. However, be cautious during heavy rain as the area may be slippery.
- Entry Fee: There may be a small entry fee to access the falls.
- Distance: The falls are located on the Valparai road, and there is a small walk from the parking area to the falls.
Make sure to check the weather and road conditions before you travel, as the route can sometimes be affected by rain.
