Kodaikanal · Sightseeing
Berijam Lake, Kodaikanal is a visitor attraction in Kodaikanal. It is open 9:30 AM – 3:00 PM (Jeep safari). Entry costs Free for Indian nationals. Most visitors need about 1 to 2 hours. The best time to visit is April – June and September – October.
A pristine reservoir deep inside a reserved forest about 21 km from town, reached through dense shola and grassland. Visitor numbers are capped and forest-department permits are required, which is exactly why it stays so quiet and unspoilt.
Tip: Permits are limited and must be arranged in advance — plan this one ahead, not on the day.
| Timings | 9:30 AM – 3:00 PM (Jeep safari) |
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| Time required | 1 to 2 hours |
| Best time to visit | April – June and September – October |
| How to reach | ~21 km from Kodaikanal via the Ghat road |
| Contact number | 04542-240287 |
| Entry fee | Free |
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Timings and ticket prices can change — please confirm before your visit.
Berijam Lake is generally open 9:30 AM – 3:00 PM (Jeep safari). Timings can change on public holidays, so please reconfirm before your visit.
The entry fee for Berijam Lake is around Free for Indian nationals. Camera and other charges may apply separately.
The best time to visit Berijam Lake is April – June and September – October.
You would typically need about 1 to 2 hours to explore Berijam Lake comfortably.
~21 km from Kodaikanal via the Ghat road. It is one of the most-visited places in Kodaikanal.
Yes. Berijam Lake is a popular stop on our Kodaikanal tour packages — we can add it to a custom itinerary with hotel, cab and sightseeing all arranged for your dates and budget.
Do it as a guided tour — hotels, cabs and sightseeing all sorted, customised to your dates.
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