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Amaravathi Dam and Reservoir
A dam and reservoir on the Amaravathi river in the Anaimalai foothills, feeding irrigation to the southern Tiruppur plains and popular for its scenic backwaters. This dam guide is organized from Udumalpet in Tiruppur district, with practical planning for routes, timing, nearby stays, food, operators and direct local inventory. Use it to compare what to see, how long to spend, when to go and which verified stays, local guides, jeep or taxi operators, food stops, permits and safety-aware activity providers should be verified around Amaravathi Dam and Reservoir.
Practical guide
Plan Amaravathi Dam and Reservoir
Typedam
Nearest baseUdumalpet
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryIndicative Rs 10-20 per person — confirm on site
Nearest town/baseUdumalpet
DistrictTiruppur
Place typedam
Time neededAbout an hour.
A dam and reservoir on the Amaravathi river in the Anaimalai foothills, feeding irrigation to the southern Tiruppur plains and popular for its scenic backwaters. This dam guide is organized from Udumalpet in Tiruppur district, with practical planning for routes, timing, nearby stays, food, operators and direct local inventory. Use it to compare what to see, how long to spend, when to go and which verified stays, local guides, jeep or taxi operators, food stops, permits and safety-aware activity providers should be verified around Amaravathi Dam and Reservoir.
Amaravathi Dam and Reservoir is planned from Udumalpet, one of the travel bases in Tiruppur district. Use Udumalpet for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Visiting
Amaravathi Dam and Reservoir — at a glance
Timings9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (indicative — confirm on site)
Best timeOct-Jan (post-monsoon)
Entry: Indicative Rs 10-20 per person — confirm on site
Getting here
How to reach Amaravathi Dam and Reservoir
Nearest railway: Udumalpet, ~25 km; nearest airport: Coimbatore (CJB), ~65 km
Best combined with a visit to the adjoining crocodile farm; water levels and views are best just after the monsoon.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Udumalpet or nearby in Tiruppur, 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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Amaravathi Dam and Reservoir — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Amaravathi Dam and Reservoir?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Amaravathi Dam and Reservoir?
Entry: Indicative Rs 10-20 per person — confirm on site. Timings: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (indicative — confirm on site). Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Amaravathi Dam and Reservoir?
Base yourself in Udumalpet or nearby in Tiruppur, 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 Amaravathi Dam and Reservoir?
About an hour.
What else is near Amaravathi Dam and Reservoir?
Nearby you can pair Amaravathi Crocodile Farm (380 m), Thirumoorthy Dam and Hills (14.2 km), Panchalinga Waterfalls (Thirumoorthy Falls) (15.7 km), Agastheeswarar Temple, Dharapuram (45.2 km).
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- Amaravathi Dam and Reservoir:Marcus334 · CC BY-SA 3.0