Kochi to Thommankutu – Route and related details – help

Hi,

We are planning a visit to Thommankuthu Falls from Ernakulam(Kochi) this weekend, (one day program).

Had few questions:

1) Shortest and route with least stretch of bad road (I won’t be surprised if there aren’t any 🙂 )

2) Planning to start by 7 from here, which would be an ideal place for breakfast and lunch? (Veggies and Non-Veggies in the group)

3) What are the other places near Thommankuthu worth a visit? Our intention is to get back by 7.30pm to the starting point….

Thanks in advance.