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 Vellarimala in Kozhikode is part of the Camp’s hump mountains in the Western Ghats. Though a major portion of it is in the Wayanad range, it extends to the Thamarassery division of the Kozhikode range also. The place attracts tourists round the year with its picturesque terrains, waterfalls, rivers, huge rocks and cliff - views. The tallest peak in this range is called Vavul Mala which has an altitude of 2339 m. Vavul Mala is the tallest of the Western Ghats to the north of Nilgiri Hills. 

The nearest town to reach here is the Adivaram, which is about 17 kms away. 

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Trekking up the picturesque Vellarimala and Vavul Mala hills

Travellers have their preferences when it comes to picking journeys and destinations. Some look out for quiet romantic spots, others, for beaches, cool climes, and sea-side sights. There are daredevils who ferret out the wildest spots. And of course there are the trekkers, for whom miles of arduous walk mean there's even more to go for.

Kerala is one big tourism basket where all such much sought-after spots can be found. Avid trekkers have a whole lot of places to choose from. But trekking is no cake walk. A great deal of care goes into the trek and precautions need to be addressed. In short, one has to be fit and healthy to undertake rough terrain and unforeseen glitches. Some of Kerala's best trekking spots can be found along the Kozhikode-Malappuram borders, with places like Vellarimala and Vavul Mala offering spectacular sights and scope for adventure addicts. Standing tall at a height of 2,339 ft above sea level, Vavul Mala is one of the most picturesquely beautiful spots along the sprawling belt of the Western Ghats.

Vellarimala is about 50 km away from Kozhikode. The trek to Vellarimala begins from Muthappanpuzha village, the one that's closest to the Shayadri ranges. Trekkers who frequent the place usually come prepared to spend a day or two here for, even the toughest need time to tackle Vellarimala, Vavul Mala and Masthakapara.

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The trek leads to Iruvanjipuzha's spot of origin. There's much to see, feel and experience along the way. It's better to store food and water from Muthappanpuzha or Anakampoyil. This is the last point where you'll find human habitation. Beyond this lie wilderness and the virgin forests. A climb down all the way is inevitable for a drink or a bite, hence the need to store on food and water.

It's to Vellarimala that the trek usually begins. One wild walk up, the place is the hotspot of wild animals, rare plant species and scenic beauty. When the mists come down and wrap up the hills, they wear an ethereal charm and get shrouded in mystery. The looming mountains around add to the aura of the place.

At times, trekkers run into paw marks of wild animals or the dung left behind by elephants. The lucky ones get to see elephant herds that come out of the forests. The real feel of the trek can be enjoyed if one follows the paths cleared by wild animals. This is when the sense of awe and mystery deepens. Steep climbs along narrow paths and the scenic charm around make the place one of the most beautiful spots in the world. The climb down can be done after touching Kethanpara, REC para and Masthakapara.

A few minutes of rest later, one can go up the wilds again to touch Vavul Mala. Much higher than Vellarimala, the walk up is a visual delight. With gurgling brooks that run through thick forests that echo nothing else but silence and the cool breeze from across the vastness brushing your face, it's bound to be one memorable trek.

There are small trenches along the way. Trekkers have all facilities around to pitch tents. Of late, a few private resorts have come up. Fresh and uninitiated trekkers are advised to seek the help of guides to take them up. The place abounds in tales aplenty and the locals love to regale visitors with stories flavoured with their imagination.

However, mountain trekking is advised only for those blessed with sound health and physical stamina. Besides, if one were to fall ill atop the mountains, getting medical help, even first aid would be next to impossible. Yet, when the mountains call, trekkers succumb.

More details on Vellarimala can be found from Vellarimala Ecotourism on 9544 828180 and 9961 078577.

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Vellarimala, Vavul Mala – A weekend with the rain Gods

April 28th, 2011.

The silence was overwhelming. The crisp morning wind was blowing across, ruffling my hair. The sun was playing hide-and-seek with the clouds. As the reality of standing at 2300+ meters altitude sunk in, I was filled with a strange euphoria. Just as if to make the moment perfect, the mist/cloud cover below us parted – as if the curtains are parted in a play – and what lay in front of us was stuff [usually] made out of dreams.

That was the feeling that I was exactly going through when we reached the peak of Vavul Mala on Sunday morning. We were at one of the highest spots in Western Ghats & nothing could have made me more happier at that moment than the silence that I was experiencing from the hills surrounding us. Miles and miles in all directions had views of beautiful undulating mountains. Weather was perfect. It had rained the whole of the previous night and nature was bright green all around us. Leeches took a break at that altitude. It was just silence and myself for those few precious minutes.

View of Vavul Mala from the village

The vegetation was dense right from the start of the trek. Few minutes in to the trek, the steepness began and it held up relentlessly until the very top. Unlike Ombattu Gudde where the shola grasslands start at about 700 m, peaks in the Vellarimala range didn’t have any grasslands at all. Would you believe it if I said that the very top was covered in dense foliage?

Olichuchattam Falls

About 1.5 hours of trekking brought us to the awesome Olichuchattam Falls. When we reached the falls it was drizzling and the sun was not yet fully out. Weather had played a superb part in keeping us energetic. We were all dry, warm and comfortable – a perfect combination for the steep trek. Water on the falls took a turn somewhere at the top and was flowing furiously straight down the smooth rock face of about 50 m in length. The very magnitude of the falls was breathtaking. Am sure during peak monsoon, much of the rock will be flooded. Away from the falls, the trail split in to two. One went upwards and we took that. Due to heavy rains the previous day, lots of shrubs and small trees had fallen on the trail. Our guide had a sickle and he went about clearing the trail for us as we closely followed him.

The Olichuchattam - Look at the sheer size of it

Forty five minutes later, we reached the first stream crossing. The steep climb took us to the top of the falls from where the water was taking a turn to flow down the smooth rock face. With mist covering the distant mountains and a slight drizzle for company, the moment was superb. Clouds were at touching distance and were playing with the smaller peaks around. The cloudscape changed continuously. People were gamboling here and there, splashing water and generally going crazy 🙂 .

Olichuchattam flowing down

Soon, the guide announced it was time to leave. A quick climb and another stream crossing later, we took a short break at the next stream crossing. By that time, leeches had been feasting on our legs. For some people, there were blood spots near their thighs and tummy! Wearing floaters kinda saved me because as soon as I spotted those blood suckers cling to my feet, I plucked them and threw them away. Some were really persistent though.

Damodaran Kolli and Vellarimala Top

The last water point of the day was Damodaran Kolli. The water was pure, crystal clear, ice cold and flowing out of the rocks. The water was so cold that my gums got tickled when I sipped it. A short break later, we climbed for about 2 hours and reached the Vellarimala Top. It was not like any other regular top. This ‘top’ had lot of foliage around. The breeze was missing and so were those awesome views. Slightly disappointed at the absence of views, we opened the lunch packets and had our fill; followed by a group photo session. However, the guide had a twinkle in his eye. He didn’t reveal it yet. The magic was yet to come.

A tiny blood sucker

Kethan Paara

The surprise revealed itself in the name of Kethan Paara (Kethan – Name of the place, Paara – Rock). Since it was one of the high points in Vellarimala region, the view from this place was good. As if it was our luck, the clouds parted again, giving a breathtaking view of the valley below. Masthakapara and the elephant’s trunk like slope of the rock was clearly visible. Just like how the trunk attaches itself to the elephant’s head, that huge piece of rock was attached to the hill top. With a small dip after the rock and a clearing there, it looked just like an elephant. One of the trekkers claimed that he spotted an actual elephant in the adjacent valley running towards the foliage as soon as it heard our noise. But since no one else saw the elephant, we found it hard to believe. All through the trail, there was fresh elephant dung. If those mammoths made their presence in our presence, only one of us would be alive!

Clouds moving away from Kethan Paara

A quick trek from Kethan Paara took us to the base of Vavul Mala. This place was named REC Paara. Since it had rained quite heavily the previous day, the place had a water source with a good amount of flowing water. Sky was already overcast. The guide said it would surely rain and that we have to setup our tents quickly. Just as the tenting was completed, it started raining. It drizzled heavily for about 5 minutes before turning in to a full blown fury. The tent was quite stable. It was getting cold at 5.45 PM itself and we crawled in to our sleeping bags. The view of Vavul Mala from the tent gaps and the clouds over it made me enter a different world. Vavul Mala was not in the initial plan and I wished to trek to the peak. Since it was the highest peak in the range, I was pretty sure the wind and views would be there 😀 .

Rain’s Havoc

Three hours in to our sleep, it felt as if a huge bucket of ice-cold water was poured on us. Gasping for breath, we woke up to find that the heavy rain and furious winds had blown away our tent. The tent looked like it was screaming for help as it held on to the last string tied to the rock. We brought it together and tied it again; not before it was torn apart again by the wind. I asked for the time and someone said it was 11.45 PM. I thought, “Whoa! We have a long night.” The rain never abated. With every passing minute, it only seemed to be getting worse. Tiny streams were forming behind us, threatening to wet everyone’s sleeping bags. An hour or so later, the tents were blown away for the third time. It was enough already 🙂 . So, Pratik (one of the trekkers) sat through the whole night and held the tent. He probably slept for about 5-10 minutes in all. With the occasional droplets of water falling on my face and cold feet, I was somehow lulled in to sleep. Once sleep came, my senses shut out the howling of the wind and it instead became musical. I wandered in to my dreams. It was good. I still can’t believe I actually slept!

View of camp from somewhere close to top

I woke up totally refreshed. At 6 AM, the sun was not yet up but the whole landscape around me was bright green. The rain had polished every leaf to be as shiny as a mirror and the whole environment had a wonderful aroma. Everything was fresh. Everything was alive. I was totally in tune with the silence and greenery around me. With a few clouds here and there, the sky was in its superb blue. The sun had started to rise on the horizon and coloured the peaks in its brilliant morning rays. It was … it was … Sorry, am unable to explain that feeling of awesomeness.

Eight of us started moving towards Vavul Mala that morning. With just a sickle in his hand and rough animal trails for guidance, the guide took us through the forest as if he knew them in and out. He seemed to know every plant and rock over there. For brief moments, he would disappear in to the foliage. Whenever a grunt followed, we would follow him inside. The foliage was so thick that sunlight never penetrated it. From all the previous night’s rain, the floor was pretty wet and slippery. Leeches didn’t attack us though. The animal trails cris-crossed each other. With the silent confidence of an expert, he led us through the maze of trees, rocks and trails. After one hour and 45 minutes of trekking through the foliage, we came to a big clearing. He didn’t say much. He just went to a place and sat down there.

Moon and Vavul Mala

Suddenly, it hit me that we were at one of the highest points in the western ghats. We had reached the peak. The silence was overwhelming. The crisp morning wind was blowing across, ruffling my hair. The sun was playing hide-and-seek with the clouds. As the reality of standing at 2300+ meters altitude sunk in, I was filled with a strange euphoria. Just as if to make the moment perfect, the mist/cloud cover below us parted – as if the curtains are parted in a play – and what lay in front of us was stuff [usually] made out of dreams. The moment was special. The guide pointed out the Chembra peak to the north. Masthakapara looked way more beautiful from 2300+ m altitude than from Kethan Paara. The peak had a deep crevasse running down its height, never revealing where it ended. It was home for the bats & somewhere deep below, there was water.

View of Masthakapara from Vavul Mala

After spending enough time at the peak, we started trekking down to the camp. Slipping and sliding through the foliage, we reached the camp in half the time we took to reach the top. It gave an indication of what was to come for the day in terms of climbing down.

The trail was totally slippery and we had entered leech territory. I had multiple leech bites on my feet. But the view and winds at the top of Vavul Mala was worth every leech bite and steepness it took to get there. What’s a sweet success without some struggle? The jeep trail towards the end of the trek was never ending as usual. One of the locals pointed us to a small trail that led to the stream. The chill water was refreshing and it was totally soothing on the arms and legs. A beautiful trek had come to an end. We started with a tea at the tea shop at Muthappanpuzha and finished the trek at the same place with Pazha Pori (Banana Fry) and tea 🙂 .

Some Information

Where – Vellarimala and Vavul Mala are reachable from Muthappanpuzha village in Kozhikode (Calicut) district of Kerala. To reach there, take a bus that goes to Kozhikode and get down at Thamarasery. From there, take KSRTC buses that go to Muthappanpuzha. Alternatively, you can go to Thiruvambady or Omasery and take a share auto/jeep from there.

Guide – We hired a guide named Binish, whose dad Raman accompanied us on the trek. He was totally awesome and knew the area like the back of his hand.

Season – Post monsoon is the best time to go there. For us, even though we went in summer, the weather during those 2 days felt like it was monsoon. I should say we were lucky.

• When we went to Kethan Paara on the way back, the area was taken over by fast moving clouds. Someone (I think Dinesh) pointed out that Rajinikanth was smoking from the valley 😛 .
• Keerthana sang “Top of the world” at Kethan Paara. Nice song!

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17 Responses to “Vellarimala, Vavul Mala – A weekend with the rain Gods”

Nice! So again got a chance to climb another mountain. Very lucky to see the nature from the top. All will not be lucy like you. Though I like.. I can dream about. However the photographs makes me feel as if I have visited all these myself. Good! When and where is your next trip.. Pona janmathile nee monkeyacoda irundirukallam…. Hey i m comenting out of jeolous 🙂 Pazham pori cooda tea = oru kadi and oru kudi! nee seriya padi ok! bye

ஆஹா என்ன ஓர் எழில் இந்த இயற்கையென்னும் இளையக்கன்னியிடம் !!! நாட்டில் இல்லாத பசுமையின் அட்டகாசத்தை அங்கு கண்ட உங்களை பார்த்தால் ரொம்ப பொறாமையாய் இருக்கிறது, வாவ்! சேரத்து பழம்பூரியுடன் சேரத்து தேநீருடன் அப்படியே அங்கு வானத்தை எட்டிப்பிடிக்கலாம்!!! ஒருகடி,ஒருபிடி, மற்றும் ஒருகுடி (பிடி – மிச்சர்),இதை நாங்கள் இடுக்கி,கட்டப்பன்னா சென்ற பொழுது தின்றோம் . Vow,what a beauty!!! Green,green n green everywhere!!1 orukadi(one bite)orukudi(one sip)orupidi(just a handfull),we enjoyed these when we have been to Kerala on a holiday trip!!!!Fantastic!

वोव !! कितनी सुन्दर है !!! क्या प्रकृति है!!! पहाडरानी की हरिबरी साडी बहुत अच्छा है!!! नीली आसमान पहाडरानी की गुंगत जैसा दिकता है !!!Excellent, fantastic,beauuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuutiful!!!!

Thanks mom, Lalitha aunty 🙂

Hey, was this blood real? Anyways, seems I’m missing out on a lot of action 🙂 Join you guys sometime.

@Satish: Of course! 😀 Idhellam oru kelvi ah?

Wow, awesome… You’ve written it quite well too…

Thanks Akka 🙂

Nice! I like the way you have portrayed it. Keep writing …

Thanks Saurabh 😀

excellent pics and an interesting narration. my favorite place: been there three times.

btw: was it at kethan paara that you stayed? thought it was REC Paara from the picture.

and you should really try putting a cracker into that crack and wait for the boom. 🙂

next time, may be. i am going there again in december after moving back to bangalore.

Thanks Benny.

We camped at REC paara 🙂

[…] Oh man oh man! No words in my dictionary to describe this trek. I had reached the limits of my vocabulary limits to describe that trek. Read about it here. […]

mein keralwala hun.man kartha hein vahan jane ka.ye khoobsoorat stan mere padosi district mein he.

Excellent trekking logue. It’s always been my ambition to visit the top of Vellarimala.

hi,nice post, can I get the guide’s no pls??

Please give me the guide details. How did you find a guide? What was the cost?

Thanks! Bala K

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Vellari Mala, Kozhikode

About vellari mala.

Vellarimala is a part of the mountains in the Western Ghats in Kerala. The flow of the Chaliyar River through the rocky terrain of the hill range adds to the mystical beauty of the place by forming numerous waterfalls and cascades. It is a trekker's paradise and the Kanjirapuzha River, a tributary of the Chaliyar River, passes through the rocky terrain giving it a breathtaking view. The place is known for its picturesque terrain, stunning views of waterfalls, rivers and cliffs.

Interesting facts about Vellari Mala

• It is also an ideal picnic spot for people of all age groups to have a good time.
• The mountain range is known for one of the toughest yet grand treks in the state.
• This waterfall provides a true abode for you to relax and indulge in the smell of its refreshing sweet air.
• You can also trek around Vellarimala mountain range which is also known as camel's hump mountain.

How to reach Vellari Mala

By Rail :- Nearest railway station to Vellarimala is Nilambur railway station and it is about 26 km away from Vellarimala Falls. You can come here by auto.

By Air :- Calicut International Airport is about 40 km away from Vellarimala Falls. You can reach Vellarimala by booking a cab.

By Road :- Kozhikode is well connected to the nearby districts of the state. You can take a bus or a private taxi to Vellarimala Waterfalls.

Nearby famous places

• Mananchira Square
• Peruvannamuzhi

𝒬 . Where is Vellari Mala located and what is its address?

𝒜 . It is located at Vellarimala village near Chooralmala, Kozhikode.

𝒬 . What are the entry charges, opening and closing time of Vellari Mala?

𝒜 . Entry fee and timings information of the Vellari Mala: Vellari Mala timings 08:00 am to 05:00 pm, Entry Fee Rs 50 per person..

𝒬 . What are the best times to visit Vellari Mala?

𝒜 . You should visit Vellari Mala during July, August, September, October, November, December months for best experience.

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We had our lunch break at 2PM near a stream. We had to hurry up as we had no plans to camp on the top and had to return back before getting dark. The next one hour of climb to the peak was continuously upwards. It was 3:30PM when we came out of forest cover to an open area and in another few minutes we were on top of Vellarimala.

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Linto K Kuriakose

I read your travaloge… It is very intresting…

Linto K Kuriakose Karapuzha Lakeshore Resort

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hey will u please provede some more information abiut this trek & any contact number?

hikesandtreks

Hi Aravind…great trek info you hve blogged..is the tall mountain shown in the closeup photo Vavul Mala?…Pls reply

It was the highest peak in that area. So, it might be Vavul mala.

prasanth294

Hi Aravind,

Can you please provide any contact information on the guides? Please revert at the earliest

priya joseph

Hi,Aravind…saw your description on vellarimala trekking…found it very interesting…why dont you try the trek from the other side…Calicut side…starts from Muthappan Puzha…infact have a property there called White Water Woods resort which can be used as a base camp.

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Vellarimala

Open Time : 5:00 AM TO 7:00 PM

Entry : free

Address : Vellarimala, Kerala, India

Website : http://vellarimalagreenvillas.com/contact-us.php

Phone : 095448 28180

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Why to visit vellarimala.

Kozhikode's Vellarimala is a well-known tourist resort. Because of the spectacular view from this mountain, it is highly renowned for trekking. The mountains contain beautiful flora and fauna that is comparable to that of the nearby Nilgiri Hills and are encircled by a thick forest. All the way up, one can witness the thundering waterfalls, singing nature.

The trip begins in the Muthappanpuzha village, which is 50 kilometres from Kozhikode in the Anakkampoyil town area. It is best to engage a guide when trekking because Vellarimala is the most difficult mountain to climb in south India. For the trek, prior approval from the forest department is required. You can choose one of the local guides or you can have a consultant from the forest department.

All seasons of the year can be spent there. Post-monsoon is the best time to visit because the entire mountain range will be alive with its lush green forest and sparkling boulders. It takes about 8 hours to reach the peak, which is both time-consuming and physically taxing. To get the most out of this location, it is essential to stay for at least two to three hours.

FAQ on Vellarimala

What are the well-known locations close to Vellarimala?

Kakkayam Dam, Kalipoika, and Beypore Beach are among the surrounding attractions.

What time of year is ideal for visiting Vellarimala?

Visits should be made between 5:30 AM and 6:00 PM.

What is the forest's entrance fee? And how much does it cost to rent a jeep?

You must pay about INR 250 to enter the forest, and INR 250–300 will get you from Muthappanohuza hamlet to the base of Vellarimala in a jeep.

Special Tip

The difficulty in locating a suitable hotel during the busiest holiday season is the sole downside. Therefore, it is advised against visiting during the shoulder season.

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