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Sometimes called the 'Ooty of Kasaragod', a shola-and-grassland hill in Kerala's far north that gets a fraction of the visitors of the state's better-known hill treks. A gentle, family-friendly climb through genuinely undisturbed forest.
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Ranipuram, planned for you
Day-by-day timings, the route, what each part costs, where to sleep and eat, and a checklist. One PDF that works offline: print it, or send it to everyone going.
- Day 1 Ranipuram: the trek
- TravelBase: Panathady, 65 km from Kasaragod
- PermitPermits and entry
- On the trailEasy trek to 1,300 m₹600
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The route
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On the map
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The climb
How to reach the start
Bus or taxi from Kasaragod towards Panathady, then the forest checkpoint at the base of the hill.
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What it costs
Ballpark ranges, not live quotes. Prices last updated 6 October 2026. Prices move with season and demand, so check live fares before you book. Spot a wrong price? Tell us and we fix it.
Covers local transport, permits or entry, a guide where needed and food on the trail. Getting to Panathady is extra.
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Questions people ask
How hard is the Ranipuram trek?
Easy grade. It takes 1 day and climbs to about 1,300 m. Sometimes called the 'Ooty of Kasaragod', a shola-and-grassland hill in Kerala's far north that gets a fraction of the visitors of the state's better-known hill treks. A gentle, family-friendly climb through genuinely undisturbed forest.
Do I need a permit for Ranipuram?
Forest department entry ticket and, for the deeper trail, a guide arranged at the checkpoint.
How do I reach the Ranipuram trek?
Bus or taxi from Kasaragod towards Panathady, then the forest checkpoint at the base of the hill. Base: Panathady, 65 km from Kasaragod.
What is the best season for Ranipuram?
Oct–Mar.
How much does the Ranipuram trek cost?
From about ₹600 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?
Trainers, water, a light jacket — it's noticeably cooler and greener than the coastal plain below.
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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: Vinayaraj · CC BY-SA 4.0 · source · Photo: Rajeshodayanchal · CC BY-SA 4.0 · source · Photo: Rajeshodayanchal · CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
