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Pykara Falls
Perennial4.3/5280 km from BangaloreTamil Nadu
A serene perennial waterfall near Ooty with boat rides on Pykara Lake — a must-visit on the Nilgiris circuit.
Weekend
Distance from Bangalore
280 km
Drive Time
7 Hours
Height
N/A
Type
Perennial
Best Time to Visit
Jul–Oct
Ideal Trip Duration
Weekend
Best For
Ooty tripboat rideyear-round visitfamily outing
About the Waterfall
River Falls
Pykara Falls is a perennial waterfall located about 20 km from Ooty in the Nilgiri district of Tamil Nadu. The Pykara River, considered sacred by the Toda tribe, drops in multiple cascades surrounded by dense shola forests. The nearby Pykara Lake offers motorboat and speedboat rides, adding to the attraction. Being perennial, the falls can be visited year-round, though they are most spectacular during the monsoon. A must-add to any Ooty/Nilgiris weekend trip.
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- Perennial — flows year-round
- Boat rides on Pykara Lake
- Sacred to the Toda tribe
- Part of the Ooty circuit
Cons
- Long drive from Bangalore
- Ooty traffic on weekends
- Entry and parking fees
- Falls can be partially hidden by vegetation