{"id":5512,"date":"2018-06-15T16:36:03","date_gmt":"2018-06-15T16:36:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.paradise-kerala.com\/blog\/?p=5512"},"modified":"2026-08-08T05:14:25","modified_gmt":"2026-08-08T05:14:25","slug":"kattadikadavu","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.paradise-kerala.com\/blog\/kattadikadavu\/","title":{"rendered":"Kattadikadavu – Weekend Getaway"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

There are several stunning destinations that can be visited from Idukki as weekend escapes. Some places are just made for adventure and Kattadikadavu, Idukki, is surely one of them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kattadikadavu is becoming one of the emerging and promising trekking destination<\/a> in Idukki with its scenic view of the hills and a misty atmosphere. From Idukki, Kattadikadavu can easily be reached within 1 to 2 hours\u2019 time.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Thommankuthu waterfall is only 12km away from Kattadikadavu. It is one of the promising destinations in Idukki with its panoramic view of the hillside and foggy landscape. Kattadikadavu is a tourist place near Thodupuzha.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Blathykavala or Kalliparar are the other places near Kattadikadavu. Kattadikadavu viewpoint is about a 1-2 km journey from the main road, and there are few small shops on the opposite side – facing towards the starting point of the off-road trail. The main road to Kattadikadaviu can be accessed by foot only.<\/p>\n\n\n

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You can use two wheelers or four wheelers like jeeps on this trail. However, you can cover only a distance of 100-200 meters. It is advisable to keep your vehicles at a safe place downhill near the main road and go on to explore the viewpoint on foot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mamuniyara is an old cave located on the way to Kattadikadavu, it is also a factor in attracting tourists to this nature\u2019s paradise. You can see stone-made chairs and bed structures inside the cave. When you reach the hilltop you can see the long view of Kochin Refinery. You can also view Thommankuthu Waterfall<\/a>, Moolamatton, Adimali, Neendapara, Meenuliyanpara etc. from here.<\/p>\n\n\n

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How to Reach:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Nearest Town: <\/strong>The major spot to hire a cab or to get on a bus to Thodupuzha is Ernakulam town.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Railway Station: <\/strong>Ernakulam Town and Ernakulam South Stations<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Airport: <\/strong>Cochin International Airport<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Route from Thodupuzha: (24.5km) via Thodupuzha \u2013> Vannapuram \u2013> Mundanmudi \u2013> Kattadikadavu<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Route from Ernakulam: (72.5km) Ernakulam \u2013>  Muvattupuzha \u2013> Vannapuram \u2013> Mundanmudi \u2013>  Kattadikadavu<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Route from Idukki Township: Idukki Township \u2013>  Cheruthoni \u2013>  Chelachuvadu \u2013>  Kattadikadavu.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Places to Visit Near Kattadikadavu:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Thommankuthu Waterfalls, Anayadikuth Waterfalls, Mamuniyara and Venmany View Point are a few places in the vicinity that you can explore.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you are planning to have an adventure filled weekend, this is the place to spend it. Pack your bags and start your engines to explore this natural heaven on earth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you like this post, please share!!<\/p>\n\n\n

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