Visitor Information
- Famous for: Scenery, Beauty
- Entrance Fee: Rs.15 per person
- Visiting Time: 9 AM to 5 PM (Daily)
- Visit Duration: 2 hours to 3 hours
The Abbey Falls is an attractive location to visit near Madikeri, in the southern state of Karnataka. Set amidst a lush green region with coffee plantations all around it, this dainty spot is where the river Kaveri has got one of its early reaches. With a hanging bridge which is present at a small distance from the falls, this place has got a charm which makes tourists from all over the country visit it regularly. Water coming down from a height of 70 feet is a gorgeous sight to witness, with the picturesque location complementing the serene silence of the location. Spice plantations are another attraction of this region, which are spread throughout the forest area which surrounds the locality. All this makes the Abbey falls a place to look into when visiting the region around Coorg.
Traveler Tips
- There are a lot of steps to climb down to visit the falls and back up again. People with breathing problems are advised to keep away.
- During the rainy season leeches can be found in the marshes.
- Look out for slippery areas near the rocks.
Things to Do
- This area is a trekker’s paradise as the forest area surrounding the falls are perfect to hike through.
- Relax within the serene environment, and take in the silence of the place.
- Witnessing the whole waterfall from the hanging bridge which was specially constructed to provide the dazzling view is a treat to the eyes.
- The backdrop with its vivid ambience is the right place to carry out photoshoots.
- Picnic within the peaceful location with family and friends.
- Stay at the multitude of homestays in and around the area to enjoy a great overall experience.
- Visit the numerous eateries and enjoy some authentic local south Indian food to satisfy the food buff in you.
- Shop at the local markets to collect some souvenirs from the trip.
Availability of Guides
The location is primarily used to witness the falls as well as to relax within its ambience, and thus, does not require guidance to visit it.
Best Time to Visit
The falls can be seen filled with water right after the monsoon seasons, i.e. around the months of July to October. During this time, the water falls from a height of 21 meters into the deep gorge. Visiting at any other time of the year would lead to disappointment as the water level decreases a lot and there would be almost nothing to look at.
How to Reach
This breathtaking location is located at about 10 kilometers from Madikeri which is in Coorg. The nearest airport to this famous tourist spot is the Mangalore International Airport at about 130 kilometers away. Mysore, which is 120 kilometers away, has got the nearest railway station to this spot. Reaching this by road is the most common activity undertaken by visitors as it has got a scenic view all along the way. There are good bus facilities to this location from Bangalore, Mysore and other major cities.
Interesting Facts and Trivia about the Abbey Falls
- It is also known as the Abbi or the Abbe falls, with Abbi translating to falls in the local language.
- This is located within the Kodagu region in the Western Ghats region of the state.
- It was formerly known as the Jessi Falls, named after the wife of a British officer who lived in the area.
- The falls are located within a private property of coffee and spices which mainly includes cardamom as well as black pepper.
- The forest area which was present long before was bought by Neravanda B. Naniah who later totally converted it into coffee plantations of the region.
- About 100 steps have to be climbed down in order to witness the falls at its nearest viewpoint.
- Plenty of food stalls have been established for the comfort of tourists who visit the spot.
Nearby Attractions
- Brahmagiri Hills
- Coorg
- Madikeri
- Madikeri Fort
Nearby Restaurants
- Shanthi Bites
- Raintree
- Hotel Neel Sagar
- Athithi
- Caravan- Multicuisine
The panoramic location in and around the falls serve as a therapeutic remedy from the stress of everyday life. The tranquility and peace around the region, makes it one of the prime attractions of Coorg which is not to be missed indeed.
