Soochipara (Sentinal Rocks) Waterfalls: Adventurous Trip in Wayanad

One of the prominent tourist destinations of Kerala, Wayanad has so much to offer to the travellers visiting this beautiful place. Tourists are always attracted towards the hills, valleys, lakes, waterfalls and the exclusive flora and fauna of Wayanad. Among them, the waterfalls in Wayanad always adds an extra appeal to the stunning beauty of this destination.

Sentinel Rock Waterfalls or Soochipara Falls is perhaps the most picturesque travel place located in the periphery of Wayanad. This top tourist attraction of Wayanad is truly a treat for eyes to see the milky white stream of water making its way to the rivers by passing through the rocky cliffs and clinging trees. The waterfall at the end joins Chaliyar River. Tourist can enjoy activities like swimming in the pool in which the water of the fall accumulates. Also, while walking towards the main pool of the waterfall, visitors can see tea plantation, rocky edge and dense forest.

At a distance of 13 km from Meppadi, 24 km from Kalpetta & 46 km from Sulthan Bathery, Soochipara Waterfalls, also known as Sentinel Rock Waterfalls, is a beautiful waterfall situated in Vellarimala mountain range of Wayanad, among the popular tourist places in Kerala. It is one of the most visited tourist places to visit in Wayanad and is among prime place to visit on a Wayanad Trip.

Soochipara Waterfalls is a 3 tiered waterfall, dropping from a height of about 200 meters. The waterfall cascades down into a large pool, which is a good place for swimming and bathing. The name Soochipara has given from the words soochi means rock and para mean needle.

This waterfall, surrounded by dense green forest, is one of the best waterfalls in Wayanad. A 20-minute drive from Meppadi will take you to this splendid waterfall. Visitors have to trek down for about 2 km to reach the falls from the road point through a well-laid path. The trekking is of an easy level, which takes about 30 minutes one way. There are high chances that visitors may get a glimpse of wildlife like Deer.

The Sentinel Rock, a huge rock which is about 200 meters in height, is an ideal place for rock climbing. The route between Meppadi and Soochipara is lined up with beautiful tea estates with a breathtaking backdrop of Chembra Peak. The drive to Soochipara itself is a wonderful experience. There are few tree-top accommodation facilities provided by the forest department. One can have a spectacular view of the valleys of the Western Ghats from the tree-top hut.

Plan your holidays in Wayanad to see the most beautiful mountains and waterfalls. Choose the best resort in Wayanad to enjoy your holidays with all the facilities and offers.

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