Kakkayam dam and forest visit
Reservoir, forest and waterfall landscape in the Kozhikode foothills, listed by Kerala Tourism as an ecotourism destination and programme.
Official source →Kakkayam
Reservoir, forest and viewpoint day trip in the ghats.
Cities & towns
Where to go in Kozhikode
Food and history baseTown / base
Kozhikode city
Malabar food capital, old trade quarters and city beach.
Kozhikode BeachSM StreetMananchiraMishkal Mosque
Open Kozhikode city guide →
Port heritage baseTown / base
Beypore
Old shipbuilding and harbour quarter south of the city.
Beypore portUru boatyardsBeypore PulimuttChaliyam
Open Beypore guide →
Historic beach baseTown / base
Kappad
Beach associated with early European arrival on the Malabar coast.
Kappad BeachKorapuzha backwatersElathur coast
Open Kappad guide →
Waterfall and trek baseTown / base
Thusharagiri
Foothill waterfall and trekking area east of Kozhikode.
Tusharagiri WaterfallsVythiri ghat routePlantation walks
Open Thusharagiri guide →
Dam and forest baseTown / base
Kakkayam
Reservoir, forest and viewpoint day trip in the ghats.
Kakkayam DamUrakkuzhi WaterfallsKariyathumparaPeruvannamuzhi Dam
Open Kakkayam guide →
Featured: Lokanarkavu TempleTown / base
Vadakara
Vadakara (Vatakara) is the northern Kozhikode base for the Lokanarkavu temple of the Vadakkan Pattukal ballads, the Sargaalaya crafts village at Iringal and the Thikkoti lighthouse coast.
Lokanarkavu TempleIringal SargaalayaThikkoti Lighthouse
Open Vadakara guide →
Getting there
How to reach Kakkayam
Nearest airportCalicut (CCJ), ~28 km
Rail gatewayKozhikode (CLT)
District HQKozhikode
LandscapeMalabar coast
Kakkayam is a Kozhikode base for Malabar food (biryani, halwa), beaches and trading history.
Kozhikode BeachKappad (Vasco da Gama landing)Beypore boatyards
Stay · eat · do · rent · see · shop
Places in Kakkayam
Every verified place in Kakkayam — filter by what you’re after.
Top pick Verified
Official destination source · Kakkayam
Kakkayam Dam Site Kerala TourismOfficial destination source for Kakkayam Dam Site Kerala Tourism, researched for kakkayam trip support. (nature option in Kakkayam)
View guide
Top pick Verified
Kakkayam-side resort · Kakkayam
Le Montigo Resort Kakkayamstay option in Kakkayam: Le Montigo Resort Kakkayam is a Kakkayam-side resort option for stay planning in Kakkayam, Ernakulam, kerala, India. Use Le Montigo Resort Kakkayam as a stay option in Kakkayam, Ernakulam, kerala, India. book your stay, transport and nearby food stops. Key details: Narinada, Kayanna P.O., Koorachund, Kozhikode, Kerala · Price range: Contact direct / check current rules · Amenities: kakkayam, Kakkayam-side resort, stay.
Commission-freeView details
Top pick Verified
Resort · Kakkayam
Vayalada Valley View Resortstay option in Kakkayam: Vayalada Valley View Resort is a Resort option for stay planning in Kakkayam, Ernakulam, kerala, India. Use Vayalada Valley View Resort as a stay option in Kakkayam, Ernakulam, kerala, India. book your stay, transport and nearby food stops. Key details: Vayalada P.O., 10/D, Nerveethi Bus Stop, Unnikulam via, Kozhikode, Kerala 673574 · Price range: Contact direct · Amenities: Vayalada, Kakkayam resort, Valley view.
Commission-freeView details
Top pick Verified
Homestay · Kakkayam
The Kakkayam Valley River View Homestaystay option in Kakkayam: The Kakkayam Valley River View Homestay is a Homestay option for stay planning in Kakkayam, Ernakulam, kerala, India. Use The Kakkayam Valley River View Homestay as a stay option in Kakkayam, Ernakulam, kerala, India. book your stay, transport and nearby food stops. Key details: K. P. V / 137 B, Kallanode Post, Koorachundu, Kariyathumpara, Kozhikode, Kerala 673527 · Price range: Contact direct · Amenities: Kakkayam stay, Kariyathumpara, Homestay.
Commission-freeView details
Verified
Hydel tourism · Kakkayam
Kakkayam Reservoir Hydel Tourismdo option in Kakkayam: Kakkayam Reservoir Hydel Tourism is a Hydel tourism option for do planning in Kakkayam, Ernakulam, kerala, India. Use Kakkayam Reservoir Hydel Tourism as a do option in Kakkayam, Ernakulam, kerala, India. book timing, permits and local support before heading out. Key details: Kakkayam Reservoir, Koorachundu, Kozhikode, Kerala · Price range: Check current KHTC tickets · Amenities: Kakkayam, Reservoir, Hydel tourism.
Commission-freeView details
L
Le Montigo Restaurant Kakkayam
Where to eat
Top pick Verified
Resort restaurant · Kakkayam
Le Montigo Restaurant Kakkayameat option in Kakkayam: Restaurant and resort dining at Le Montigo near Koorachund, Thonikkadavu and the Kakkayam route. Key details: Narinada, Kayanna P.O., Koorachund, Kozhikode, Kerala · Price range: Contact direct / check current rules · Amenities: kakkayam, eat, Resort restaurant. Use Le Montigo Restaurant Kakkayam as a eat option in Kakkayam, Ernakulam, kerala, India. compare menus, pricing and location against your route.
Commission-freeView details
Places to visit
Places to Visit in Kakkayam
The best tourist places to visit in Kakkayam — temples, viewpoints, lakes, heritage and nature, each with a full guide, how to reach it and what to see nearby.
PlaceKakkayam Dam
Reservoir and forested day-trip area in the Western Ghats foothills. This dam guide belongs to the Kakkayam planning base in Kozhikode, Kerala, with route context, best-time notes and verified inventory categories for stays, food, operators, shops, wellness and transport as they are approved.
Open guide →PlaceUrakkuzhi Waterfalls
Urakkuzhi Waterfalls is a tourist place in Kakkayam used for route planning, visit timing, and nearby stays, food, transport and local services across Kakkayam, Kozhikode, Kerala, India. Use this guide to plan the route, check access context and find relevant local options as verified listings are added.
Open guide →
PlaceKariyathumpara
Kariyathumpara is a tourist place in Kakkayam used for route planning, visit timing, and nearby stays, food, transport and local services across Kakkayam, Kozhikode, Kerala, India. Use this guide to plan the route, check access context and find relevant local options as verified listings are added.
Open guide →
PlacePeruvannamuzhi Dam
Reservoir and boating spot in the Kozhikode high ranges, on the approach to the Kakkayam belt. This dam guide belongs to the Kakkayam planning base in Kozhikode, Kerala, with route context, best-time notes and verified inventory categories for stays, food, operators, shops, wellness and transport as they are approved.
Open guide →Official eco & forest programmes
Forest stays, camping and treks around Kakkayam
Official/public-sector eco offerings mapped to this town base. Always confirm current availability, tariff, permits and reporting time before travelling.
Peruvannamuzhy eco visit
Lake and forest-edge destination in Kozhikode district, included in Kerala Tourism’s ecotourism destination list.
Official source →Nadapuram Mudi trek
Hill trek/viewpoint landscape where district borders meet, listed by Kerala Tourism as an ecotourism destination.
Official source →For hotels, homestays and local businesses
Get listed in Kakkayam for free
Roampedia is commission-free. Travellers discover your business, book directly and contact you through official details. Basic listings are free, while Gold and Platinum package upgrades can be requested from the owner dashboard after approval.
FAQ
Kakkayam travel FAQs
What are the best places to visit in Kakkayam?
Top places to visit in Kakkayam include Kakkayam Dam, Urakkuzhi Waterfalls, Kariyathumpara, Peruvannamuzhi Dam — each has a full guide with how to reach it and what to see nearby on this page.
How do I reach Kakkayam?
The nearest airport to Kakkayam is Calicut (CCJ), ~28 km. The rail gateway is Kozhikode (CLT).
What is the best time to visit Kakkayam?
October to March is the driest and most comfortable season to visit Kakkayam and the rest of Kerala. The June–September monsoon is lush and green but wet, and often brings lower low-season prices.