Nambikulam Hilltop — Attraction in Kerala

Meeshapulimala of Malabar Situated 2500 ft above sea level Nambikulam is one of the highest hill top in Kozhikode. The hill spread Katullamala / Thuruthumala is in Koorachund and Kottur panchayats of Kozhikode. 9 km via road from Balussery, to reach Kattullamala and from there 4 km off road drive to the top through a rocky steep road and voila, Nambikulam.

The hill range which separates Kozhikode plane from Wayand plateau is deciduous in nature and is an untouched region with lush greenery. Verdant with abundant vegetation this area is part of global biodiversity hotspot - Western Ghats and is home to many unique wild animals including Dusky palm squirrel, Rufous babbler etc. Kiliykalthode and Erapanthode streams originate...

Situated 2500 ft above sea level Nambikulam is one of the highest hill top in Kozhikode. The hill spread Katullamala / Thuruthumala is in Koorachund and Kottur panchayats of Kozhikode. 9 km via road from Balussery, to reach Kattullamala and from there 4 km off road drive to the top through a rocky steep road and voila, Nambikulam.

Nambikulam offers you an enchanting experience of natural bliss as it is a place that hasn't been explored too much. At the hill top there is a view point in making by the Kerala Tourism Department which gives you a panoramic view of the entire Kozhikode city. Hike to this view point is a thrilling experience for the adventure...

The road is good till 3/4th of the route..last 2 km is off road..off road is not for beginners with bike if coming in rainy season..or you can park your bike and walk to the view point..you can drive your vehicle too if its jeep or vehicle with off road capability..the place has lot to grow..the place now is not worth the hype thats seen in social media if you are person expecting to see a great view point vayalada is better if going at daytime..when we reached the climate was moderate..you can go there for the ride and off road...