What to expect
Highlights
- Reservoir and dam views at Moozhiyar Dam
- Engineering landmark or garden/viewpoint stop
- Pair with nearby hill, forest or town routes
Moozhiyar Dam
A gravity dam at Seethathodu near the Kakki reservoir that stores the tail water of the Sabarigiri hydro-electric project and diverts it to the Kakkad power station — a scenic reservoir stop on the forest road toward Gavi.
Practical guide
Plan Moozhiyar Dam
Typedam
Nearest baseGavi
Best timePost-monsoon and winter for scenery
Time needed1 to 2 hours
EntryA visit/entry procedure may apply as it is a KSEB dam area; confirm current access locally.
Nearest town/baseGavi
DistrictPathanamthitta
Place typedam
Time needed1 to 2 hours.
A gravity dam at Seethathodu near the Kakki reservoir that stores the tail water of the Sabarigiri hydro-electric project and diverts it to the Kakkad power station — a scenic reservoir stop on the forest road toward Gavi.
Moozhiyar Dam belongs under Gavi, one of the practical travel bases in Pathanamthitta district. Use Gavi for stays, food, local transport and operators, then plan this place as a focused stop rather than an isolated pin.
Visiting
Moozhiyar Dam — at a glance
TimingsDaytime only.
Best timeOctober to February; the reservoir is fullest just after the monsoon.
Entry: A visit/entry procedure may apply as it is a KSEB dam area; confirm current access locally.
Getting here
How to reach Moozhiyar Dam
At Seethathodu in the Konni–Gavi belt, roughly 60 km east of Pathanamthitta town on the forest road toward Gavi; usually combined with a Gavi trip.
A gravity dam close to the Kakki reservoir that stores the tail water of the 340 MW Sabarigiri hydro-electric project and diverts it to the Kakkad power station. The reservoir and surrounding forest make it a quiet, scenic stop; access can be restricted, so check before travelling.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Gavi or a nearby town in Pathanamthitta, then confirm the last-mile route locally before leaving.
- Check public access status before travel; dam areas often have security rules and seasonal entry limits.
- If the visit depends on forest, temple, boat, ferry, weather or seasonal access, check the official/local rule on the day before travel.
Distance by road
- Thiruvananthapuram103 km
- Kochi119 km
- Madurai243 km
- Coimbatore287 km
- Kozhikode311 km
Road km to Pathanamthitta; ghat roads and traffic vary — allow extra.
Timing
Best time
Post-monsoon and winter for scenery; monsoon access may change.
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Visitor notes
- Photography may be restricted in some dam/security zones.
- Carry ID if required.
Safety
Good to know
- Do not cross barriers or restricted zones.
- Follow release-warning and security instructions.
On the map
Where Moozhiyar Dam is
Photos
Moozhiyar Dam in pictures
Official eco & forest programmes
Forest stays, camping and guided activities linked to Moozhiyar Dam
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Gavi full-day trekking package
Guided full-day Gavi programme with plantation visit, lunch, boating, Sabarimala viewpoint, Valley View and museum stop.
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Gavi Green Mansion Jungle Lodge
Stay-over jungle lodge package at Gavi with boating, plantation visit, Sabarimala viewpoint trek and morning vehicle safari.
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Gavi Swiss Cottage Tents
Permanent cottage-tent stay inside the Gavi forest programme, with attached bathroom, trekking, boating, plantation visit and vehicle safari.
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Gavi Jungle Camping
Portable-tent jungle camping package in the Gavi forests with guide support, dinner, boating, trekking, plantation visit and safari.
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Moozhiyar Dam — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Moozhiyar Dam?
Post-monsoon and winter for scenery; monsoon access may change.
What are the entry fee and timings at Moozhiyar Dam?
Entry: A visit/entry procedure may apply as it is a KSEB dam area; confirm current access locally.. Timings: Daytime only.. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Moozhiyar Dam?
Base yourself in Gavi or a nearby town in Pathanamthitta, then confirm the last-mile route locally before leaving. Check public access status before travel; dam areas often have security rules and seasonal entry limits. If the visit depends on forest, temple, boat, ferry, weather or seasonal access, check the official/local rule on the day before travel.
How much time do I need for Moozhiyar Dam?
1 to 2 hours.
What else is near Moozhiyar Dam?
Nearby you can pair Nilackal (10.7 km), Sabarimala (14.5 km), Gavi (18.0 km), Perunthenaruvi Waterfalls (23.9 km).
What should I know before visiting Moozhiyar Dam?
Do not cross barriers or restricted zones. Follow release-warning and security instructions.
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