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Thamarassery
Spend a day in Thamarassery for waterfalls and forest walks; one night if you want a relaxed pace.
Thamarassery is a small hill‑town in Kerala, 30 km east of Kozhikode. It is a gateway to waterfalls, forest trails and nearby institutes. A day covers the main sights; an overnight stay lets you explore the hills at leisure.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- INR
- Best months
- Oct–Feb
- avoid Jun–Sep (heavy monsoon)
- Airport
- CCJ
- Nights
- 1
Not a trip line yet
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 guide8 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- 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 Thamarassery112 ▾
- Police / all services112
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Thamarassery, 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 for day visitors; watch for slippery roads in monsoon and keep valuables secure on buses.
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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 numbers112 police / all services (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.
- AirportcheckCCJ Calicut International Airport (transfer options: check).
- Getting aroundKSRTC buses run from Kozhikode (31 km (19 mi)) to Thamarassery; private taxis are common.KSRTC buses run from Kozhikode (19 mi (31 km)) to Thamarassery; private taxis are common.
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
- CCJ Calicut International Airport (transfer options: check)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Feb
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Mar
not flagged
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°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
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Jul
Avoid
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Aug
Avoid
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Sep
Avoid
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Oct
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Nov
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Dec
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Best: Oct–Feb. Avoid: Jun–Sep. Month by month →
Warmest Mar (33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)), coolest Jan (21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C) low), wettest Jul (24 rain days), driest Jan (1). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Thamarassery: 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
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
1 rd
Feb
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
1 rd
Mar
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
2 rd
Apr
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
5 rd
May
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
9 rd
Jun
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
22 rd
Jul
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
24 rd
Aug
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
20 rd
Sep
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
13 rd
Oct
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
12 rd
Nov
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
6 rd
Dec
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
2 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
KSRTC buses run from Kozhikode (31 km) to Thamarassery; private taxis are common. No railway station; the nearest train is Kozhikode. Walkable town centre, but forest trails need a vehicle or organized trek.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Door to door: ≈1 h total
KSRTC bus from Thamarassery, about 30 km (19 mi), 45 minKSRTC bus from Thamarassery, about 19 mi (30 km), 45 min
Coastal city, beach and market.
Kunnamangalam (institutes)
goDoor to door: ≈45 min
KSRTC bus or taxi, 16 km (9.9 mi), ~30 minKSRTC bus or taxi, 9.9 mi (16 km), ~30 min
Visit IIM Kozhikode campus.
Kakkayam Dam
goDoor to door: ≈1 h (check)
Local taxi or organized trek, 37 km (23 mi), check travel timeLocal taxi or organized trek, 23 mi (37 km), check travel time
Dam entrance fee ₹40 per head; forest viewpoints and small waterfalls.
Thusharagiri Falls
goDoor to door: ≈1 h
Local taxi or organized trek, 20 km (12 mi), ~40 minLocal taxi or organized trek, 12 mi (20 km), ~40 min
Three‑tier waterfall, trekking and rock‑climbing.
Meppadi (tea estates)
cautionDoor to door: ≈2 h round (check)
Taxi, 50 km (31 mi), check travel timeTaxi, 31 mi (50 km), check travel time
Longer drive; consider overnight if you want tea‑estate walk.
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.
Dolphin Towers Tourist Home
Wayanad Road, 1 km (0.6 mi) from town centreWayanad Road, 0.6 mi (1 km) from town centre
Hasthinapuri Inn
Central Thamarassery, 1 km (0.6 mi) walkCentral Thamarassery, 0.6 mi (1 km) walk
Royal Tourist Home
Chungam area, 1 km (0.6 mi) from main roadChungam area, 0.6 mi (1 km) from main road
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 (check)
- Mid
- ₹1,200–₹2,000 (≈ US$14–25) excl. bed (check)
- High
- ₹2,000 (≈ US$25)+ excl. bed (check)
Watch out
Safety
- Roads are steep and winding; drive cautiously, especially in monsoon.
Emergency numbers
- Police / all services
- 112
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 Thamarassery. 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: Oct–Feb · avoid Jun–Sep (heavy monsoon) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 5 day-trips, door to door
- 1 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
Sources
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