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Iritty
Spend a half‑day exploring Iritty’s temples and forest; stay overnight only if you need a rest before heading to Mysore or Madikeri.
Iritty is a hill town in Kerala’s Kannur district, known for its temples, the historic Iritty Bridge and nearby forest. It is reachable by bus from Kannur and Mysore, and the nearest airport is Kannur International (CNN). A day covers the main sights; an extra night adds comfort and time to relax in local cafés.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
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- Currency
- INR
- Best months
- Nov–Feb
- avoid Jun–Sep (monsoon)
- Airport
- CNN
- Nights
- 0–1
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Rules in force · 6
- South Asia ↗Trekking regions, border districts and several Indian states need separate permits on top of the visa; check the permit before you book transport into them.
- South Asia ↗Remove shoes (and in many Jain and Hindu temples, leather) before entering; cover shoulders and legs; ask before photographing people or rituals.
- India ↗Apply for the e-visa only on the official government portal (indianvisaonline.gov.in); lookalike sites charge extra. Check the current rules, fees and how far ahead to apply.
- India ↗Do not follow anyone who says your hotel is closed, the station ticket office is closed or a road is shut; use the prepaid taxi counter, the metro or an app car.
- India ↗Carry Indian rupees in small notes (10, 20, 50, 100); change for 500 is often refused.
- India ↗Parts of the Northeast, Sikkim, Ladakh, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and all border belts need a Protected or Restricted Area Permit or an Inner Line Permit for foreigners; check before you book the route.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Iritty100 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Iritty, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Indian rupees (INR, ₹) in small notes for autos, street food, tips and entry tickets.India-wide
- SIM or eSIMJio, Airtel and Vi sell tourist SIMs at airport counters and their shops; passport, visa and a photo needed; activation can take a few hours.India-wide
- Tap waterNot drinkable from the tap.India-wide
- TippingRestaurant: 5–10% if no service charge is on the bill.India-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/D/M. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.India-wide
- SafetyGenerally safe; keep an eye on traffic, store valuables securely, and avoid isolated forest trails after dark.
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- RestroomsWestern toilets in hotels, malls and airports; squat toilets with a water jug or hose in stations and villages.India-wide
- Emergency numbers100 police · 101 fire and ambulance · 112 General emergency (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysThe Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays; many museums close on Mondays; banks close on the second and fourth Saturdays…India-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportCNN Kannur International Airport (about 30 km (19 mi) north of Iritty).CNN Kannur International Airport (about 19 mi (30 km) north of Iritty).
- Getting aroundAutorickshaws charge ₹15 (≈ under US$1) per km; buses ₹7 (≈ under US$1) for three km; shared jeeps to limited spots; noisy motorcycles common on village roads.
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- CNN Kannur International Airport (about 30 km (19 mi) north of Iritty)CNN Kannur International Airport (about 19 mi (30 km) north of Iritty)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Feb
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Mar
not flagged
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
Apr
not flagged
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
May
not flagged
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Jun
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Jul
Avoid
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Aug
Avoid
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Sep
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Oct
not flagged
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Nov
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Dec
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Best: Nov–Feb. Avoid: Jun–Sep. Month by month →
Warmest Mar (34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)), coolest Jan (22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C) low), wettest Jul (22 rain days), driest Jan (2). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Iritty: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
2 rd
Feb
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
2 rd
Mar
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
3 rd
Apr
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
6 rd
May
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
12 rd
Jun
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
20 rd
Jul
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
22 rd
Aug
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
22 rd
Sep
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
15 rd
Oct
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
8 rd
Nov
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
4 rd
Dec
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
3 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Autorickshaws charge ₹15 per km; buses ₹7 for three km; shared jeeps to limited spots; noisy motorcycles common on village roads.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Periya Forest
goDoor to door: ≈1 h 30 min
Bus from Iritty to Wayanad road (≈42 km (26 mi)), then walkBus from Iritty to Wayanad road (≈26 mi (42 km)), then walk
Biodiversity hotspot; good for short nature walk.
Kottiyoor Temple
goDoor to door: ≈1 h
Shared jeep or bus to Kottiyoor (≈33 km (21 mi))Shared jeep or bus to Kottiyoor (≈21 mi (33 km))
Famous Vysakha festival in June; visit outside festival for quieter experience.
Madikeri
cautionDoor to door: ≈4 h total
Bus to Kannur (≈30 km (19 mi)) then train to Mysore and bus to MadikeriBus to Kannur (≈19 mi (30 km)) then train to Mysore and bus to Madikeri
Longer trip; consider overnight stay if you want to explore.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Soorya Hotel and Bar
2000 ₹ per night; near Iritty Bridge, parking available
M2H Lodge
400 ₹ per night; 200 m from Calicut Road, lift and cafe
Z.Square Lodge
900 ₹ per night; near the bus station
PWD Rest House Government Lodge
government‑run, price check
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ₹800–₹1,200 (≈ US$10–14) excl. bed
- Mid
- ₹1,200–₹2,000 (≈ US$14–25) excl. bed
- High
- ₹2,000 (≈ US$25)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
Prices of common things
| Kulukki Sarbath (drink at Iritty Bridge Café) | ₹30 (≈ under US$1) |
| Rice porridge with veg fries (Hameediya Hotel) | ₹50 (≈ under US$1) |
| Lunch at M2H Lodge cafe | ₹70 (≈ under US$1) |
| Fruit salad at Alaska Icecream Palace | ₹60 (≈ under US$1) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Autorickshaw rates are fixed per kilometre; negotiate before boarding.
- Buses are cheap but may be crowded during peak hours.
- Motorcycle traffic can be noisy and chaotic on narrow streets.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 100
- Fire and ambulance
- 101
- General emergency
- 112
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Emergency
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- Fire and ambulance101
Embassy
US consulate in Mumbai; Indian embassy in New Delhi.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Kannur Airport → Iritty (taxi): about ₹800–₹1,000 (≈ US$10–12), 30 min (check)
- Autorickshaw 5 km: ≈₹75
Say or show
- क्षमाइएँ — Excuse me / Sorry (kshamaaiye)
- धन्यवाद — Thank you (dhanyavaad)
- यह कितना है? — How much is this? (yeh kitna hai?)
- क्या मैं कार्ड से भुगतान कर सकता हूँ? — Can I pay by card? (kya main card se bhugtaan kar sakta hoon?)
- बस स्टॉप कहाँ है? — Where is the bus stop? (bas stop kahaan hai?)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Iritty. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Nov–Feb · avoid Jun–Sep (monsoon) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 4 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
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