At a glanceMeenmutty Falls, Wayanad is a visitor attraction in Wayanad. It is open 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM Daylight hours; access may be restricted in heavy rain. Entry costs Rs.50/- for Indian nationals and Rs.200/- for foreign nationals. Most visitors need about 1.5 to 2 hours. The best time to visit is October – January, just after the monsoon.
Wayanad’s largest waterfall, dropping in three stages over roughly 300 metres and reached by a forest trek of about two kilometres. The walk in is rough and muddy in season, which keeps the crowds thin and the setting wild.
Tip: The trek is genuinely slippery after rain — wear grip shoes and take a local guide.
Quick facts
| Timings |
10:00 AM to 5:00 PM Daylight hours; access may be restricted in heavy rain |
| Time required |
1.5 to 2 hours |
| Best time to visit |
October – January, just after the monsoon |
| Location |
Banasuramala-Meenmutty Waterfalls Road, Varambetta, Padinjarathara, Wayanad District, Kerala, 673575 |
| How to reach |
~29 km from Kalpetta, off the Ooty road |
| Contact number |
+91 85476 02722 / +91 97472 68696
|
Entry fees
| Indian Nationals | ₹50 |
| Foreign Nationals | ₹200 |
| Children (up to 12 years) | ₹50 |
| Still Camera | ₹53 |
| Video Camera | ₹301 |
Timings and ticket prices can change — please confirm before your visit.
Frequently asked questions
What are the timings of Meenmutty Falls?
Meenmutty Falls is generally open 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM Daylight hours; access may be restricted in heavy rain. Timings can change on public holidays, so please reconfirm before your visit.
What is the entry fee for Meenmutty Falls?
The entry fee for Meenmutty Falls is around ₹50 for Indian nationals. Camera and other charges may apply separately.
What is the best time to visit Meenmutty Falls?
The best time to visit Meenmutty Falls is October – January, just after the monsoon.
How much time is needed to visit Meenmutty Falls?
You would typically need about 1.5 to 2 hours to explore Meenmutty Falls comfortably.
How do I reach Meenmutty Falls?
~29 km from Kalpetta, off the Ooty road. It is one of the most-visited places in Wayanad.
Can I include Meenmutty Falls in a Wayanad tour package?
Yes. Meenmutty Falls is a popular stop on our Wayanad tour packages — we can add it to a custom itinerary with hotel, cab and sightseeing all arranged for your dates and budget.
Planning a trip to the hills?
Do it as a guided tour — hotels, cabs and sightseeing all sorted, customised to your dates.
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