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Yanaikatti Falls
A seasonal waterfall near Ladapuram village in the Pachaimalai foothills, its name derived from the Tamil for 'elephant' after a rock formation resembling one. It flows chiefly during the monsoon and lies close to the Mayil Ootru trekking area.
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Yanaikatti Falls
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Plan Yanaikatti Falls
Typeheritage
Nearest baseMelapuliyur
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseMelapuliyur
DistrictPerambalur
Place typeheritage
Time neededAbout an hour.
A seasonal waterfall near Ladapuram village in the Pachaimalai foothills, its name derived from the Tamil for 'elephant' after a rock formation resembling one. It flows chiefly during the monsoon and lies close to the Mayil Ootru trekking area.
Yanaikatti Falls is planned from Melapuliyur, one of the travel bases in Perambalur district. Use Melapuliyur for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Visiting
Yanaikatti Falls — at a glance
TimingsDaylight hours (dawn to dusk)
Best timeOctober to January (after the north-east monsoon)
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Yanaikatti Falls
About 18 km from Perambalur town; nearest railway Perambalur station on the Trichy-Chennai line (~20 km); nearest airport Tiruchirappalli (TRZ) ~55 km.
Seasonal; can be paired with the nearby Mayil Ootru waterfall trek.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Melapuliyur or nearby in Perambalur, then confirm the last-mile route locally before travel.
- If access depends on temple, museum or seasonal rules, check on the day before you go.
Timing
Best time
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
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Yanaikatti Falls — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Yanaikatti Falls?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Yanaikatti Falls?
Entry: Free. Timings: Daylight hours (dawn to dusk). Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Yanaikatti Falls?
Base yourself in Melapuliyur or nearby in Perambalur, then confirm the last-mile route locally before travel. If access depends on temple, museum or seasonal rules, check on the day before you go.
How much time do I need for Yanaikatti Falls?
About an hour.
What else is near Yanaikatti Falls?
Nearby you can pair Mayil Ootru Waterfalls (2.3 km), Melapuliyur Shiva Temple (Arunachaleswarar) (6.1 km), Balathandapani (Thandayuthapani) Temple, Chettikulam (11.7 km), Ekambareswarar Temple, Chettikulam (11.7 km).
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