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Kumbhavurutty Aryankavu Falls — Gorge Section

The Gorge Section of Kumbhavurutty Aryankavu Falls is the gorge section of the waterfall complex of the waterfall, where the river passes through a narrow rock-walled canyon. Located on the Kumbhavurutty stream in Aryankavu pass area, Southern Western Ghats, this section of the falls is best experienced during October to March.

Main FallsKumbhavurutty Aryankavu Falls
LocationAryankavu pass area, Southern Western Ghats
River / SourceKumbhavurutty stream
StateKerala/Tamil Nadu border
Falls TypeMountain pass waterfall
Best SeasonOctober to March

About This Section

This page documents the gorge section of the waterfall complex of Kumbhavurutty Aryankavu Falls — where the river passes through a narrow rock-walled canyon. The Aryankavu pass area is where the Southern Western Ghats provides one of the few natural corridors between Kerala and Tamil Nadu — the Kumbhavurutty stream flows through this biodiverse transition zone

Kumbhavurutty Aryankavu Falls flows on the Kumbhavurutty stream in Kollam, Kerala/Tamil Nadu border. The falls reach 25–50m. This gorge section section is a distinct viewpoint within the larger waterfall complex.

Viewing & Access

To reach the gorge section of Kumbhavurutty Aryankavu Falls, first reach the main falls complex in Kollam, Kerala/Tamil Nadu border. Via Aryankavu; limited access. The gorge section is where the river passes through a narrow rock-walled canyon of the main cascade.

The primary access route to Kumbhavurutty Aryankavu Falls is: Via Aryankavu; limited access

Visitor Information

Best SeasonOctober to March
State / DistrictKerala/Tamil Nadu border — Kollam
RiverKumbhavurutty stream
Height (main falls)25–50m
Access NoteVia Aryankavu; limited access
Special NoteThe Aryankavu pass area is where the Southern Western Ghats provides one of the few natural corridors between Kerala and Tamil Nadu — the Kumbhavurutty stream flows through this biodiverse transition zone

Explore Kumbhavurutty Aryankavu Falls

This is one section of the complete Kumbhavurutty Aryankavu Falls waterfall complex. Visit the main page for the complete guide including history, ecology, photography tips, and all viewpoints.