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Dolphin's Nose

A flat rock jutting out over a very deep valley

Best timeMorning, clear weather
Time needed1 to 1.5 hours including the trek
EntryEntry ticket included in our packages
Dolphin's Nose, Kodaikanal

About Dolphin's Nose

Dolphin's Nose is a flat rock that juts out from the hillside like a dolphin's snout, with a drop of several thousand feet below it. A short trek from Vattakanal leads to the rock, where on clear days you can see the valley, waterfalls in the distance and the hills of the Western Ghats.

The path is steep in places and the rock edge is not fenced, so go carefully.

What to see and do

  • Cliff-edge rock with valley views
  • Trek through forest and rock steps
  • Views of the Western Ghats

Good to know

  • Wear shoes with good grip
  • Stay well back from the edge, especially if it is windy or misty
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Photos via ACKSEN, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons.