KochiAthirappillyAthirappilly: a waterfall morning
Up NH 544 to Angamaly, then east past Ezhattumugham to Kerala's biggest waterfall. Best just after the monsoon, when it is full and the road is dry.
73 km ~2 hrs Aug – Jan
4 motorcycle routes that start in Kochi, shortest first (73 to 155 km). Each has its distance, riding time, difficulty, best season and road conditions.
KochiAthirappillyUp NH 544 to Angamaly, then east past Ezhattumugham to Kerala's biggest waterfall. Best just after the monsoon, when it is full and the road is dry.
KochiVagamonThrough Muvattupuzha and Thodupuzha, then a steep hairpin climb from Moolamattom to rolling meadows, pine forest and tea. Start back before the afternoon fog.
KochiMunnarBackwaters give way to a steady climb through tea estates. The last stretch is all curves — the part you came for.
KochiThekkadyAcross the plains via Pala, then up the KK Road through Mundakayam and Peermade to Kumily's spice gardens and the Periyar reserve.