Utharam Kayam, Thiruvananthapuram

Utharam Kayam is a dense forest teeming with vegetation, located on the lap of the Agasthya Hills, amidst the forests of Neyyar. Home to numerous species of medicinal plants and rich in avian life, this exotic destination transports you back to a primitive era. Under the management of the Department of Forests and Wildlife, Kerala State, accommodation is now available here in the form of a tree house or Erumadam. Utharam Kayam can be accessed by taking a boat from the Neyyar Reservoir to Komba. After alighting at Komba and trekking for around 2 kilometres through the murky forest, you reach Utharam Kayam. The ideal destination for adventure seekers and trekking enthusiasts, nearby attractions include Meenmutti Waterfalls.

The Forest Department has several packages for visitors heading for Utharam Kayam, which include accommodation, trekking etc.

Contact Address:
The Assistant Wildlife Warden
Neyyar Dam. P.O.
Thiruvananthapuram
Phone +91 471 2272182

Getting there

Nearest railway station: Thiruvananthapuram, about 32 km  

Nearest airport: Trivandrum International Airport, about 38 km away

Where to Stay

Serviced Villa

PADMANABHAM

Padmanabham
Melemukku,
9778300369

Approximate Distance: 5.94 KM

Hotel

Hotel Abhirami

KP/2/1474
Kattakkada
471-2295050 2295151
9633376550

Approximate Distance: 8.28 KM

Homestay

Amritham Holidays

Sreepuram, Vallimangalam
Kuttichal-Kottoor Road, Kokkottela
472-2851437
7012019750, 9846215494

Approximate Distance: 6.79 KM

Hotel

Tamarind KTDC Easy Hotel

Neyyar Dam
471-2272160
9400008688

Approximate Distance: 0.22 KM

Location

Latitude: 8.534738, Longitude: 77.145822