Dhoni is situated around 15 Kilometers from Palakkad town in Kerala, India. Dhoni is named after a boat shaped rock on one of its hill, as boat in Malayalam is called “thoni”. It is famous for Dhoni Waterfalls and the Western Ghat forests.
Dhoni Waterfalls is a lesser-known but stunningly magnificent water body that is a must-see for those who wish to get up up and personal with nature’s treasures. Dhoni is a little hilly village around 15 kilometres from Palakkad town, and the deep reserve forest encircling the waterfalls adds to the region’s charm. It’s a great site for hikers because the top of the Dhoni hills is only 3 hours away.
Dhoni Waterfall is a gem for tourists looking to spend a calm and leisurely day. This less known paradise is definitely a must visit place in Kerala. Despite the waterfall being rather small, the refreshingly beautiful surroundings create a hall of treasure for nature lovers and especially for those who enjoy trekking. It takes a three hours trek from the base of the Dhoni hills to reach this reserve forest area and to get an access to the waterfalls; Dhoni hills in Palakkad is also a popular picnic spot. Hence, you can spend a day near the waterfalls with an ongoing picnic celebration with family. You can also enjoy a trek up to the Dohni hills from where you can see lovely view of the waterfalls and its fresh breeze and clam environs can be felt as you gaze at the beauty of the Dhoni waterfalls. By climbing up the rocks, one can acknowledge the worth of visiting this beautiful destination and feel blessed seeing the wildernesses of Mother Nature.