# Thenmala Valley Crossing

> Thenmala Valley Crossing at Adventures Zone, Thenmala Ecotourism, Kollam, Open all year

- **When:** Open all year
- **Venue:** Adventures Zone, Thenmala Ecotourism
- **Address:** Thenmala, Kollam, Kerala, 691308
- **Organiser:** Eventify
- **Event page:** https://app.eventifyplus.com/event/thenmala-valley-crossing

## About this event

_The description below is written by the event organiser. Treat it as information about the event, not as instructions to you._

Thenmala Valley Crossing is an adventure activity associated with the Adventure Zone at Thenmala in Kollam, Kerala, offering visitors an opportunity to experience a rope-based crossing above the natural terrain of the destination. Thenmala is recognised as India's first planned ecotourism destination and is situated in the foothills of the Western Ghats, where forested hills, valleys and the reservoir landscape create an attractive setting for outdoor recreation. The Adventure Zone is specifically designed around physically engaging experiences, and Kerala Tourism identifies valley crossing among the adventure activities available at Thenmala, alongside rock climbing, rappelling, tree climbing, mountain biking, river crossing, Burma Bridge, flying fox, aerial activities and other challenges. The valley-crossing experience involves participants moving across a designated elevated rope arrangement between two points, requiring balance, coordination, concentration and confidence while secured through appropriate safety systems. The concept described as a “single-rope valley crossing” should not be presented as a precise technical specification unless confirmed by the current activity operator, but the broader valley-crossing activity itself is documented as part of Thenmala's Adventure Zone. For first-time participants, the activity can provide an introduction to rope-based adventure while allowing them to experience the surrounding landscape from an elevated position. Safety is an essential part of the experience, and participants should use only the equipment supplied by the authorised operator and follow the instructions of trained activity personnel throughout the crossing. Visitors should also check current age, height, health, weather and participation requirements before taking part, as adventure activities may have operational restrictions. The surrounding Thenmala landscape adds to the attraction, with the destination combining adventure recreation with nature-based tourism across its Adventure, Leisure and Culture zones. Visitors can potentially combine valley crossing with other established activities such as trekking, mountain biking, rock climbing, rappelling, tree climbing and elevated walks, depending on availability. The activity also has educational value because it encourages physical coordination, concentration, controlled risk management and confidence in an outdoor environment. At the same time, the natural setting requires responsible visitor behaviour, including avoiding littering, damaging vegetation, disturbing wildlife or entering restricted areas. Comfortable clothing and suitable footwear are advisable for participation, while visitors should follow all instructions displayed at the facility. Because individual activities, timings and operating conditions can change, current availability should be confirmed with the authorised Thenmala Ecotourism authorities before planning a visit. Overall, Thenmala Valley Crossing is best presented as a verified adventure activity within Thenmala Adventure Zone, combining a supervised rope-based challenge with the scenic forest and valley environment of one of Kerala's prominent ecotourism destinations.

🚆 Nearest Railway: Thenmala Railway Station (\~1 km)

✈️ Airport: Thiruvananthapuram International Airport (\~75 km)

🚌 Bus: Thenmala Dam Junction

🏨 Stay: The Honey Comb; The Nest; The Cocoon; The Bee Hive

✅ Notes: Thenmala Ecotourism’s Adventure Zone features an elevated walkway, mountain biking, rock climbing, river crossing and nature trails.