About a thousand steps down to a 300-foot waterfall, and the same back up. It flows best after the monsoons, from August to January. Start early; the steps are in full sun by 11 am.
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- Day 1 Agaya Gangai Falls: the trek
- TravelBase: Arapaleeswarar temple, near Semmedu, Kolli Hills
- PermitPermits and entry
- On the trailModerate trek to 1,300 m₹50
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The route
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The climb
How to reach the start
Bus or taxi from Semmedu to the Arapaleeswarar temple. The steps to the falls start just beyond the temple.
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What it costs
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Covers local transport, permits or entry, a guide where needed and food on the trail. Getting to Arapaleeswarar temple is extra.
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Questions people ask
How hard is the Agaya Gangai Falls trek?
Moderate grade. It takes Half day and climbs to about 1,300 m. About a thousand steps down to a 300-foot waterfall, and the same back up. It flows best after the monsoons, from August to January. Start early; the steps are in full sun by 11 am.
Do I need a permit for Agaya Gangai Falls?
A small entry ticket at the top of the steps. Bathing is banned when the falls are in spate.
How do I reach the Agaya Gangai Falls trek?
Bus or taxi from Semmedu to the Arapaleeswarar temple. The steps to the falls start just beyond the temple. Base: Arapaleeswarar temple, near Semmedu, Kolli Hills.
What is the best season for Agaya Gangai Falls?
Aug–Jan.
How much does the Agaya Gangai Falls trek cost?
From about ₹50 per person from the base, covering local transport, permits or entry, a guide where required and food. The journey to the base is extra.
What should I carry?
Grip shoes, water and snacks. The climb back up is the hard part.
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Costs are indicative ballparks for doing it yourself and change with season and demand. Always check live fares, rates and opening rules before you book. Trip Under is not a travel agency: we don't sell packages or bookings, we take no commission, and we link to maps and official sites, never to booking sites. Every guide is free; our only paid products are optional downloadable trip plans and itineraries. Photographs come from Wikimedia Commons under free licences; see credits.
By Gokul · Updated 6 October 2026 · Photo: Docku · CC BY-SA 3.0 · source · Photo: Dilli2040 · CC BY-SA 3.0 · source · Photo: Portvp · CC BY-SA 3.0 · source
