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Thiruvambady
Half a day is enough to see the waterfalls and dam; use it as a lunch stop or a short detour from Kozhikode, not a base.
Thiruvambady is a small town in Kozhikode District, Kerala, known for its waterfalls and the Urumi Dam. Most visitors come for Thusharagiri Falls or Arippara Waterfalls and leave the same day. The town itself has a bus stand and a few eateries, but no major sights beyond the waterfalls and the dam.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- INR
- Best months
- Nov–Feb
- avoid Jun–Sep (monsoon, waterfalls may be closed or dangerous)
- Airport
- CCJ
- Nights
- 0
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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
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 Thiruvambady112 ▾
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 Thiruvambady, 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
- SafetyThiruvambady is generally safe, but the waterfalls have no lifeguards; do not swim alone.
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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 · 112 fire and ambulance (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.
- AirportCCJ Calicut International Airport (43 km (27 mi) away; taxis and buses available).CCJ Calicut International Airport (27 mi (43 km) away; taxis and buses available).
- Getting aroundAuto-rickshaws and taxis are the main options; buses connect the town to nearby villages and Kozhikode.
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 (43 km (27 mi) away; taxis and buses available)CCJ Calicut International Airport (27 mi (43 km) away; taxis and buses available)
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
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
May
not flagged
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°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
not flagged
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: Nov–Feb. Avoid: Jun–Sep. Month by month →
Warmest Apr (34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)), coolest Jan (22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C) low), wettest Jul (24 rain days), driest Jan (1). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Thiruvambady: next 7 days
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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)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
1 rd
Feb
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
1 rd
Mar
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
2 rd
Apr
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
5 rd
May
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
10 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)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
14 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)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
6 rd
Dec
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°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
Auto-rickshaws and taxis are the main options; buses connect the town to nearby villages and Kozhikode.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Thusharagiri Falls
goDoor to door: About 30 min
Auto-rickshaw or taxi from Thiruvambady, about 30 min
Check if open before going.
Arippara Waterfalls
goDoor to door: About 45 min
Taxi from Thiruvambady, about 45 min
Check if open before going.
Thamarassery
goDoor to door: About 30 min
Bus or taxi, about 30 min
Known for the Thamarassery Churam (mountain pass).
Door to door: About 1.5 h
Bus or taxi via Kozhikode, about 1.5 h
Historic shipbuilding town and beach.
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.
Thiruvambady town centre
A few budget lodges; most visitors stay in Kozhikode and day-trip.
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
- ₹1,000–2,000 (≈ US$12–25) (day-trip, no accommodation)
- Mid
- ₹2,000–4,000 (≈ US$25–50) (day-trip, no accommodation)
- High
- ₹4,000 (≈ US$50)+ (day-trip, no accommodation)
Watch out
Safety
- Waterfalls can be dangerous after heavy rain; check local conditions before going.
- Limited ATMs in town; carry enough cash.
- No major hospitals; the nearest is in Kozhikode.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 112
- Fire and ambulance
- 112
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My bed tonight
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ഈ വിലാസത്തിലേക്ക്, ദയവായിTo this address, please
Emergency
- Police112
- Fire and ambulance112
Embassy
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Kozhikode → Thiruvambady by bus: about ₹40–60 (≈ under US$1), about 1 h (check)
- Taxi Kozhikode → Thiruvambady: ₹800–1,200 (≈ US$10–14) (check)
- Auto-rickshaw within town: ₹50–150 (≈ US$1–2) (check)
Say or show
- എത്രയാണ്? — How much? (ethrayaanu?)
- ബസ് സ്റ്റാൻഡ് എവിടെയാണ്? — Where is the bus stand? (bus stand evideyaanu?)
- എന്നെ വെള്ളച്ചാട്ടത്തിലേക്ക് കൊണ്ടുപോകൂ. — Take me to the waterfall. (enne vellachattathilekku kondupokoo.)
- നന്ദി — Thank you (nandi)
- അതെ / ഇല്ല — Yes / No (athe / illa)
Malayalam is the main language; English is understood in tourist spots.
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 Thiruvambady. 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, waterfalls may be closed or dangerous) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 5 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
Sources
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