Kariyathumpara Viewpoint
- Visiting
- Open all year
- Venue
- Kariyathumpara
- Address
- Kariyathumpara, Kozhikode, Kerala, 673527
- Organiser
- Eventify
About this place
Kariyathumpara Viewpoint is a scenic hilltop viewpoint in Kozhikode district known for its panoramic vistas of rolling hills, lush valleys, plantations, and the surrounding Western Ghats landscape. Popular among nature lovers, photographers, and road-trippers, the viewpoint offers a peaceful setting for sightseeing, sunrise/sunset viewing, and enjoying cool highland breezes.
Its elevated location and relatively uncrowded atmosphere make it an attractive offbeat stop for visitors exploring the Kakkayam–Koorachundu highland region. The combination of expansive greenery, misty hill views, and tranquil surroundings gives Kariyathumpara its reputation as one of the district’s scenic countryside lookouts.
🚆 Railway: Koyilandy (Quilandi) Railway Station (~34 km) (trip.com)
✈️ Airport: Calicut International Airport (~62 km) (trip.com)
🚌 Bus: Kariyathumpara Bus Stop / Kakkayam-bound bus route; KSRTC services from Kozhikode toward Kakkayam pass through the Kariyathumpara area. (kozhikode.news)
🏨 Stay: The Kakkayam Valley River View Homestay (Kariyathumpara) / Coral Vista Inn (Kariyathumpara) / Le Montigo Resort (~5.6 km) (keralatourism.org)
✅ Notes: Kariyathumpara is a scenic riverside retreat on the Kakkayam route, known for its green landscape, natural pools and streams, with Kakkayam Dam about 27 km farther along the route.