Sterling Anaikatti
A 3-acre riverside resort with pinewood chalets, spa and outdoor pool.
Through the year
Four seasons, four Anaikattis
Every season changes the colour of the hills. Pick the one you want to see.
Where to stay
Wake up to this
Riverside resorts, plantation chalets, farm stays and tents, on both sides of the border.
Tuskers Hill by Poppys
Rooms and chalets across a 4-acre coconut and palm plantation at the edge of Silent Valley.
Oxy Valley Resorts
Resort with a garden, restaurant, spa and family rooms.
Yanai at Anai
A private villa with its own pool and a private cook.
My Village Eco Rural Resorts
A village-style stay for travellers who want quiet countryside.
Kanavu Valley View Resort
A small resort on the Anaikatti hills for a slow weekend.
Nirvana Cottages
Cottage stay with a 24-hour front desk, on the Kerala side of Anaikatti.
Wild Grove Resorts
Resort with a pool, garden and terrace.
Misty Valley Resort
Hill resort with an outdoor pool, garden and terrace.
Areca Valley Farmstay
A farm stay with a garden and shared kitchen.
Padavayal Greens
Recently renovated stay with free bikes, a garden and a shared lounge.
Pine Malhar Pool & Tent Stay
Tent stay with a restaurant and outdoor pool.
Valley De Hills Farm Villa
A farm villa with garden and terrace.
Rates change often, so confirm with the property before you travel. Run a stay here? Get listed free: call Mr. Arun.
Places to visit
Rivers, forest and birds
Approximate driving distances from Anaikatti town.
5KM
Nilgiri Biosphere Nature Park
A living model of India's first biosphere reserve, with native plants and trails.
Map ↗10KM
Mangarai village
A foothill hamlet of coconut groves. Try the local kaapi made with dry ginger and jaggery.
Map ↗18KM
Salim Ali Centre (SACON)
India's national centre for ornithology. A good starting point for birdwatchers.
Map ↗25KM
Attapadi valley
Tribal heartland and farm country on the Kerala side, through Sholayur and Agali.
Map ↗50KM
Silent Valley National Park
One of the last untouched rainforests in India, also called Sairandhri Vanam.
Map ↗Things to do
Slow days outdoors
Most of Anaikatti is best on two wheels, on foot or simply sitting by the water.
Any season
Ride the back roads
Dirt tracks, stream crossings and almost no traffic.
Mornings
Cycle under the peaks
Flat red-earth roads run right below the rock faces.
Afternoons
Sit by the stream
Shaded rocks, cold water and the sound of the forest.
Dawn & dusk
Spot wildlife
Forest lizards, birds and, from a safe distance, elephants.
Evenings
Chase the sunset
Windmill ridges and open skies that turn gold and red.
Weekends
Ride out with friends
Group rides up the hills, then chai at the top.
Seasonal treks
Open one month a year
Hill treks around Anaikatti open only in the Tamil month of Puratasi, mid-September to mid-October.
AugSepOctNov
This year's window has closed. It opens again around mid-September 2027.
Perumalmudi trek
A climb through forest to the Perumal shrine on the hilltop. Puratasi Saturdays are the busiest days.
- Start early and finish before dusk
- Carry water and wear proper shoes
- Go with a local guide or group
Other hill treks
A few more temple and forest treks in the region open in the same month. Dates and access rules are set each year.
Call for the datesPhotos
Anaikatti, as we see it
Peaks under cloud, streams in the shade, sunsets that turn the sky red. Tap any photo to see it full size.
Getting here
An easy drive from the city
| From | Distance | By road |
|---|---|---|
| Coimbatore city (Gandhipuram) | ~35 km | ~1 hr |
| Coimbatore Junction (railway) | ~35 km | ~1 hr |
| Coimbatore Airport | ~48 km | ~1 hr 20 min |
| Palakkad | ~75 km | ~2 hr |
| Bengaluru | ~390 km | ~7 hr |
Distances are approximate. The usual route is via Thadagam Road and Mangarai.
Travel responsibly
- Arrive before darkElephants cross the ghat road, especially at dusk.
- Never stop near wild animalsKeep your distance, stay in the vehicle, no flash or horns.
- No plastic in the forestCarry your waste back. These streams feed Coimbatore's drinking water.
- Check before you trekSome forest areas need a permit or a local guide.
Farm land & holiday homes
Own a piece of the valley
All buying and selling of farm land and holiday homes in and around Anaikatti is handled through Mr. Arun.
Looking to buy
- Farm land, from small plots to larger estates
- Ready holiday homes and cottages
- Plots for building your own weekend home
Looking to sell
- Share location, size and asking price
- Mr. Arun visits and sees the property
- Mr. Arun connects you with serious buyers
Areas we cover
Anaikatti townTamil Nadu side, closest to CoimbatoreCall to enquire →
VaragampadiPlantation belt near Silent ValleyCall to enquire →
SholayurFarmland across the Kerala borderCall to enquire →
AgaliMain town of the Attapadi valleyCall to enquire →
AttapadiWide valley farmland and hill viewsCall to enquire →
Contact
Questions about Anaikatti?
For stays, local tips, farm land or holiday homes, call Mr. Arun directly.
How do I get to Anaikatti?
Drive from Coimbatore via Thadagam Road and Mangarai, about an hour. Coimbatore has the nearest airport and railway station.
Is it safe to drive at night?
The road passes through forest with wild elephants. Drive slowly, don't stop near animals, and plan to arrive before dark.
Can I buy land on the Kerala side?
Yes. Sholayur, Agali and Attapadi fall in Palakkad district, Kerala. Mr. Arun can guide you on what's available.
When is the Perumalmudi trek open?
Only during the Tamil month of Puratasi, roughly mid-September to mid-October. Call Mr. Arun for the year's dates.
When is the best time to visit?
October to March is cool and dry. June to September brings rain and the greenest hills. March to May is warm, with gulmohar in bloom.