Malampuzha Ropeway Station is a famous tourist spot in Kerala.

Malampuzha Ropeway Station is a famous tourist spot in the Palakkad district of Kerala. The main attraction of this place is the Ropeway. It is South India’s first and, to date, the only Passenger Ropeway of its kind.
The Ropeway takes visitors on an aerial tour of the park. There is the gigantic Yakshi (an enchantress) sculptured by ‘Kanai Kunhiraman,’ a renowned sculptor of Kerala. The Ropeway gives an amazing view of the whole park, including the sculpture. Another good thing is that it is traveling above the dams downstream as well. You can see the water flowing through beautifully.

Attraction

The Malampuzha Ropeway is famous as it offers a unique and scenic experience. The 20-minute sky ride gives visitors a bird’s-eye view of the beautiful green park along with the Malampuzha Dam and its surrounding areas. The ride is peaceful and allows you to enjoy yourself in the lush greenery and water bodies, where the picturesque landscape works as a backdrop.
The journey gives you an unconventional experience, as you can see from the dimension from above. People enjoy the ride more if it’s a bit drizzling. While the ride is enjoyable, the overall experience is enhanced with family and friends. Consequently, many reviewers mentioned that the ropeway experience at Malampuzha is very nice and unforgettable. Some of them also praised the breathtaking view from the ropeway, which provides a bird’s eye view of Malampuzha Gardens, the river, waterfalls, the dam, and the bridge.
The peaceful ambiance of Malampuzha makes it a great place to spend some quality time with your partner as well. The ropeway ticket price is quite affordable and reasonable, and this is another reason that so many tourists are attracted.

History

Malampuzha Ropeway Station offers a bird’s eye view of the entire area of Malampuzha Dam as well as its garden. The cable car moves over the waters of the dam. It goes at a low speed, allowing you to enjoy the ride without having to compromise the view. The experience, in general, is good. Besides, the ropeway ride is very economical and attracts a lot of tourists. However, the ropeway was commissioned in 1991. With a travel length of 626 meters, the Ropeway Bridge connects the two sides of the park.

Inside/Outside Views

The rope ride is 626 meters long at a height of 60 ft. from the ground. The station is also situated at a height. The view from that height is mesmerizing. Flying over the garden at a height of 60 ft. provides the best panoramic view of the splendid landscapes. The ride also shows the mammoth dam, which is unique by nature and extremely safe and economical at the same time. To be honest, the view is the main attraction in this place. The twenty-minute ‘sky-ride’ on Malampuzha Ropeway is bound to give you an unforgettable experience.
The Ropeway Bridge connects the two sides of the park. As a result, a long area will be covered by your bare eyes. Gentle Bridge will adore you at the station. A number of cabins are visible from a distance. If you visit Palakkad, we suggest you take a ride on this Malampuzha Ropeway at least once.

Opening Hours

Saturday 10:30 AM–1 PM, 2–6:30 PM

Sunday 10:30 AM–1 PM, 2–6:30 PM

Monday 10:30 AM–1 PM, 2–6:30 PM

Tuesday 10:30 AM–1 PM, 2–6:30 PM

Wednesday 10:30 AM–1 PM, 2–6:30 PM

Thursday 10:30 AM–1 PM, 2–6:30 PM

Friday 10:30 AM–1 PM, 2–6:30 PM

How to Reach

By road: It is situated in Palakkad’s ‘Malampuzha-I’ area. From the busy area of Palakkad, Malampuzha Ropeway Station is only 5 to 7 km away. Kerala is well connected with other major cities like Kolkata, Midnapore, Chennai, Siliguri, Delhi, Ghaziabad, Mumbai, etc. And from Palakkad city, you will get local transport to reach the site.

By air: The closest airport, ‘Coimbatore International Airport’ (which is an international one), is almost 66 kilometers away from this area which is in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. You can visit this place from outside of India. Apart from that, there are airports in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, or Lucknow with direct flights to Kerala through ‘Cochin International Airport,’ Kerala. From the airport, you can easily get local transport to reach the site.

By train: The closest railway station from the Malampuzha Ropeway Station is only 7 km away at the ‘Palakkad Junction’. This station is well connected with major areas of the country. From the station, you will get local transport so that you can reach the site.

Tips for Travellers

Please wear suitable and comfortable clothes according to both culture and seasons.
Don’t forget to follow the code of conduct.
If you are visiting Kerala for the first time, try to visit in a group for safety purposes.
Please stay away from total strangers.
It is not recommended to take kids under 5 years old.
It is not meant for those who have ‘Acrophobia’ (fear of heights)

FAQ

Que- 01: Is this place safe to visit?

Ans: Yes, it is safe to visit.

Que- 02: Is photography allowed inside the place?

Ans: yes, you can take photos of this place. You can bring your camera with you.

Que–03: Nearby attractions?

Ans: Malampuzha, a pretty little township on the foothills of the Western Ghats, is located only 10 km from Palakkad town. Apart from the dam, an amusement park also exists in Malampuzha.

We wish you a safe journey!
Happy traveling!