Banatheertham Falls
About Banatheertham Falls
Far From City: 45 kms from city center
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About Banatheertham Falls
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Open Time:6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Cost:Boat: INR 20,Bioshpere reserve admission: INR 50
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Best time to visit Banatheertham Falls
The best time to visit the Banatheertham Falls is from December till January as the temperatures are very pleasant with low levels of humidity allowing one to truly enjoy the beauty of the region and the falls.
How to Reach Banatheertham Falls
Air:Nearest airport is at Madurai which is some 150 km away from Tirunelveli. One can hail a cab or public bus till Papanasam in Tirunelveli.
Rail:Tirunelveli is the nearest rail head which is well connected to Agasthyamalai Biosphere Reserve.
Road:The Biosphere reserve is well connected by roadways. One can get a public bus from Papanasam which is just 20 km from the Biosphere Reserve or hail a cab.
Getting Around Banatheertham Falls
Tirunelveli
Where to Stay
Tirunelveli should be the preferred place to find accommodation in the area, as most of the hotels are located near the district headquarters. One can find appropriate accommodation options at Tirunelveli depending upon one's budget size.
Sightseeing in Banatheertham Falls
Apart from the falls, some of the essentials, that you should not miss while here are the Nellaiappar Temple and the Mudanthurai Tiger Reserve.
Activities in Banatheertham Falls
Boating and Trekking are two common activities one can engage in at Banatheertham Falls.
Shopping in Banatheertham Falls
Tirunelveli is famous for its range of hand woven textiles, ceramic pottery and inventive jewelry made out of shells etc. which can be found at the city's various shopping complexes.
Banatheertham Falls's Cuisine
The Tirunelveli wheat halwa is a specialty and is only available at Irritukadai, a small sweet shop, during the evening.
Best Restaurants Nearby
Irritukadai
Itinerary
Start your trip with Papanasam and follow it with the Agasthyamalai Biosphere Reserve. The next day, head to the Karaiyar Dam and take a boat ride to the Banatheertham Falls.
Tips
Carry cotton clothes, packed lunch and water bottles.
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