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Boating and Jeep Safari in Thekkady

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Thekkady acquires the pleasure of being the most tempting and stunning tourist attraction of India. There is a wide range of activities and things to do in Thekkady that offer great fun for couples, families, and kids.

Besides trekking and mountain walks, a boat ride in the Periyar Lake and a safari in the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary are popular activities.

Boating in Thekkady
Boating in Thekkady is one of the most interesting activities in Thekkady.  It is a two hour boating trips at the artificial lake formed near the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary. It is the most popular tourist attractions in Thekkady. You will get a unique experience of viewing wildlife at a closer distance from the boat. The rides are arranged by the Kerala Tourism Development Corporation (KTDC). The lake was formed by the construction of the Mullaperiyar dam in 1895. The Periyar Lake harbors a unique aquatic ecosystem and the land surrounding the lake is commonly frequented by wildlife.

Resorts in Thekkady

Deer, sambar, gaur and wild boars can be seen flocking around the place at regular intervals. A majority of the wildlife activity in the area can be viewed during the summer months of March and April. Darters, egrets and kingfishers can be seen flocking around the withered trees that rise out of the lake. It is a surreal experience that is highly recommended if you are in the area. Boat rides usually span duration of one to two hours and typical timings are 7.30 AM, 9.30 AM, 11.15 AM, 1.45 PM, 3.30 PM. These numbers are tentative and subject to the discretion of the organizers. Seating capacity of the boats vary from 15 to 150. Equipped with high standards of safety, boating in Thekkady is a hassle free low intensity experience suited for tourists of all age groups. You can enjoy the beauty of nature in the heart of Munnar and Nestled in the luxuriant forests of the Western Ghats in Kerala.

Jeep Safari in Thekkady

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Thekkady is one of the off-the-track destinations ideal for a wilderness retreat among the Things to do in Thekkady. Jeep Safari covers the dense green vegetation, thick forests, cascading waterfalls and aromatic spice plantations. The high point of this programme is exploring through the thick forests at prime time when animals tend to be more active. One can watch troops of langurs, giant squirrels, etc, besides many birds along this stretch. Be prepared, you may even come across a tiger chasing a herd of sambar deer!

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