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Discovering Palaruvi Waterfall Near Tenkasi on Kerala Border
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News18•13-10-2026, 15:44
Discovering Palaruvi Waterfall Near Tenkasi on Kerala Border
  • •Tourists visiting Courtallam in Tenkasi can also explore Palaruvi located near the Tamil Nadu-Kerala border.
  • •Palaruvi is situated near Aryankavu in Kerala, about 29 kilometers from Tenkasi town via Puliyarai.
  • •An entry fee of Rs 50 per person is charged, and access to the waterfall is permitted from 8 AM to 4 PM.
  • •Forest department buses transport visitors for about 3 kilometers from the parking lot to the hilly waterfall area through dense forests.
  • •Visitors can enjoy a refreshing bath, scenic views from the viewpoint, forest bus ride, and snack facilities in a single trip.

Key Questions Answered

Access to Palaruvi waterfall is permitted exclusively from 8 AM to 4 PM. The entry fee is charged at Rs 50 per person.

From the parking lot, tourists are transported by the forest department's own buses for a distance of about 3 kilometers to reach the hilly area where the waterfall is located.

Palaruvi is located near Aryankavu in Kerala, about 29 kilometers away from Tenkasi town. Visitors can reach the waterfall from Tenkasi by traveling via Puliyarai.