Tamil Nadu · South India

Kolli Hills travel guide

70 hairpin bends to a hidden plateau

Kolli Hills
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Best time
Aug–Feb
How long
1–2 days
Stay a night
₹1,000–5,000
Food a day
₹250–1,000
Nearest railhead
60 km away
Nearest airport
90 km away

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About Kolli Hills

An offbeat plateau reached by 70 hairpin bends — pepper and jackfruit farms, a 300 ft waterfall and almost no crowds.

Things to do in Kolli Hills

  1. Agaya Gangai Falls

    3 h · Free

    A 300 ft waterfall in the Kolli Hills formed by the Aiyaru river. It can be reached by climbing down 1,000 plus steps. The area also features ancient caves of sages and the endemic Agaya Gangai dwarf gecko.

    Tip: Wear sturdy footwear for the long walk down the steps and back up

  2. Arapaleeswarar Temple

    45 min · Free

    Arapaleeswarar Temple is an ancient Shiva temple located in the Kolli Hills of Tamil Nadu. It is situated right above the waterfalls and holds great spiritual significance for devotees visiting the region.

  3. Seekuparai Viewpoint

    45 min · Free

    Seekuparai Viewpoint is a scenic vantage point located in Kolli Hills, Tamil Nadu, offering a dramatic edge-of-plateau view of the surrounding landscape. Visitors can enjoy sweeping panoramas of the rolling hills and green valleys below.

  4. 70 Hairpin Bends Drive

    2 h · Free

    The ghat road up from Karavalli features a continuous series of sharp turns leading into the hills. It is a famous driving route offering a unique experience for travellers passing through the region.

    Tip: Keep your vehicle in a lower gear and watch out for other traffic along the curves.

Where to stay in Kolli Hills

  • Semmedu

    ₹1,000–3,000

    The main village with simple resorts.

What to eat

  • Millet meals

    local dish · veg

    Local millet and jackfruit dishes.

Good to know

  • The ghat road is narrow — not for nervous drivers or big vehicles.
  • Limited fuel and ATMs on top.

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