Vibhuti Waterfalls

Vibhuti falls which is a beautiful waterfall about 30 Ft high and is a natural pool. vibhuti falls is located in Vibhuti Falls along the scenic banks of river Gangavali. Enter the gateway to the most unspoilt, untouched and unexplored exciting island by crossing the calm river through boat. Feel the heaven and tranquility surrounded in the crib of evergreen forests, majestic bamboo groves, landscaped garden and palm, impressive flora and fauna, magnificent rivers and natural scenic beauty
There is a big water falls of about 20 to 25 ft and a small one of 3ft .Some of us climbed to the top of the falls and it give a very good very of the surrounding area. This site is very good for camping and offers some mesmerizing sceneries down the valleys. We had a leisurely bath and unpacked our lunch and spent a couple of hours in the midst nature’s bounty. This river streams forms many such waterfalls on its way down the valley. 
 The place is a must watch for all nature lovers.

Reaching there

 By road:Take the road from Sirsi which goes to Mattighatta, Devanalli via Hegadekatta. You will not get a bus which takes you near the waterfall you will have to walk the Vaddi Ghat after you get down at Vaddi cross.

If you have your own vehicle pass the Vaddi Ghats and you need to take a deviation at a place called Mabagi which is about 3kms from the falls

Nearest Railway: Sirsi

Nearest Airport: Mangalore  Airport

Distance: From Bangalore 400 kms

                     From Mangalore 240 kms

                     From Sirsi 50 kms

Yana-Karnataka

This place in thickets of the Sahyadri hills of the Western Ghats is around 45kms from Sirsi and about the same distance from Kumta. Two huge rocks are the center of attraction here. There are two temples, temple of Shiva inside a cave and a Ganesha temple nearby. The other places of interest are a small waterfall and the forest itself.

There are two ways you can get there, Route (i) Take a bus from Sirsi which goes to mattighatta,devanalli via hegadekatta.Get down at a stop called "vaddi cross" and walk 6+kms from there. Route (ii) Take a bus either from sirsi or kumta get down at a place called Anegundi near Kathagaal. This place is after the Devimane ghats if you are coming from Sirsi. From here it is around 16kms walk.

Jeep is the best mode of transportation anywhere in North Kanara. You can hire a jeep either in sirsi or anywhere your base camp is and take convenient drives

Its better if you take the first route and leave Sirsi around 8am in the morning and have breakfast at Devanahalli and reach yana by 10am and if your time permits also visit Vibhuti Falls which is also near by.

Yana also has religious importance as mentioned in an event of Hindu mythology. It is believed that the demon king Bhasmasura performed penance to acquire a boon from Lord Shiva. As per the boon, whatever he touched burnt into ashes. Bhasmasura chased Lord Shiva in order to destroy him, who found refuge in the Bhairaweshwara peak at Yana.

Distance ...
From Bangalore 400+ kms
From Nearest Town 50 kms (sirsi)
From Nearest Petrol Bunk 50kms (sirsi, kumta)
Nearest Medical Help ~20kms (Hegadekatta)
Nearest Hotel ~50kms(Sirsi, Kumta

Hanuman gundi-Karnataka

Hanuman Gundi waterfalls is one of the main attractions near Kudremukh in Chikmagalur district.
Hanumangundi falls also called as Suthanabbi falls is located in the hilly region between Karkala and Lakya dam which is surrounded byKudremukh National Park.


The water falling down from a height of above 100 feet falling on the natural rocks majestically is exciting view.

You can have body rejuvenating and energizing bath at this place and enjoy the beauty of calm and marvel of the waterfall.

October to May is the best time to visit Hanuman Gundi Waterfalls. But during rainy season the waterfall has enchanting beauty but you are not allowed to take bath.


REACHING THERE:
It falls in Chikkamagalur district, and is in the heart of Kudremukh National Park. Taking your own vehicle would be a better option as the waterfall is in the interior region covered by forest which is one of the reasons for its beauty. It is about 30kms from Sringeri which is a major tourist spot. You get vehicles to the waterfall from this town. After reaching the waterfall you need to get down around 300 steps to reach the base where there lies a small rocky pond into which the water falls. The view is majestic and if the water is less, you can even take a rejuvenating bath. There are steps constructed by the forest department which are good enough for the usage. They charge you a nominal fee of Rs.20 as entrance which is worth for the beauty of the waterfall.There are no restaurants around and hence you need to pack your own food...

Bekal Fort

Location: About 16 km South of Kasaragod on the national highway, Kasaragod district, North Kerala
Kasargod is the northern most district of Kerala.It's the head of God's own country!!!!It is renowned as the land of gods, forts, rivers, hills and beautiful beaches.
    Bekal provides a scenic view of Arabian sea. The laterite fort is the largest fort in Kerala and is a marvellous structure. The fort also has a beach near by called the Bekal beach which is shallow and  A beautiful walkway has been laid for the visiting tourists to explore the beauty of the fine coastline and enjoy the panoramic view of the Bekal Fort.The beach gets illuminated during the evening hours so that tourists can spend more time at the beach even after the sun sets.




Getting there:
There are lot of buses which ply to Bekal from Kasargod. 
Nearest railway station: Kasaragod, on the Kozhikode-Mangalore-Mumbai route.
    Bekal Fort(1km)
    Kasaragod(15 kms)
    Kottikkulam(4kms)
    Kanhangad(11kms)
Nearest airport: Mangalore, about 50 km from Kasaragod town; Karipur International Airport, Kozhikode, about 200 km from Kasaragod town.

It is better to reach Kasargod by Train than bus as the roads from Mangalore to Kasargod is in worse condition.

Where to stay:

You can stay at 
Nirvana

Near Bekal Fort,

P.O Bekal Fort,

Kasaragod District,

Kerala, INDIA

PH: +91 - 467 2272900, 2272007,
        +91 - 9446 463 088

E-mail: nirvanabekalfort@gmail.com

K-Tees Residency
KT Center Near Bekal Fort Beach Pallikkere Kasaragod - 671316
contact@kteesresidency.com www.kteesresidency.com + 91 467 2275633, 2310837, + 91 94476 91903, Tariff Rs.225 - 1800

		The LaLiT Resort & Spa Bekal
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		Oyster Opera Island Resort
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		Hotel City Tower
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		Apsara Regency
		Bank Road, Kasaragod
		www.apsaragroup.com + 91 4994 4230124, Tariff Rs. 500 - 800