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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. ...

Rolling hills, winding paths and serene mountains dotting the landscape’s expanse, make for a great outdoor trip with a backpack on foot! The vast stretches of green carpeted hills surrounding Thekkady offer plenty of opportunities for trekking enthusiasts. Amongst the most popular trekking trails are the hills and the forests of Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary.  Other noteworthy trekking trails near Thekkady are Kurisamala to Kumily and Kumily to Pandikuzhi.  It offers an amazing experience to its visitors. In fact, it also serves as the best way to reach Kumily on foot. Periyar Tiger Reserve Several trekking programs are offered in Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary. Short trekking programs are available that cover 4-5 Km and completed in 3 hrs. This is a good option to watch birds, butterflies and some wildlife. The trekking trails often pass through evergreen and moist deciduous forests and grasslands. Periyar Tiger Reserve is one of the most captivating wildlife sanctuaries...

Thekkady is a perfect retreat for anyone who loves adventure, fun, wildlife and nature. Nestled between the evergreen and semi-evergreen forests of Western Ghats, Thekkady has so many things to offer for the tourists who visit this place. Thekkady is placed at an altitude of 700m above the sea level.  It is located in the Idukki district of Kerala. Thekkady, India's largest wildlife sanctuary is a dream destination for any tourist visiting India . Thekkady offers a very peaceful and calm atmosphere. The chill climate of Thekkady will refresh your mind and body. The forest areas around Thekkady is strictly uninhabited by the Forest Department to preserve the Mother Nature. In the biggest wildlife sanctuary, you can sight Asian elephants, bison, sambar deer, boars, tigers, leopards, wild squirrels, lion-tailed monkeys etc.  And, there are more than 300 different species of birds in Thekkady. The Periyar Wildlife sanctuary and nearby forest areas are their home. With a...

The very sound of the word Thekkady conjures up images of elephants, unending chains of hills and spice scented plantations. The Periyar forests of Thekkady is one of the finest wildlife reserves in India. Spreads across the entire district are the picturesque plantations and hill towns that nestle beautiful trails for treks and mountain walks . Border Hiking in Thekkady is a full-day conservation-oriented hard hiking programme along the borders of the Periyar Tiger Reserve. the trek starts at eight in the morning and goes on until the evening. A group of 13 people comprising of 10 tourists, 2 guides and 1 armed guard begin trekking in the morning. During your trek through various kinds of terrain, you can enjoy the rich flora and fauna of the Periyar Tiger Reserve. The trek route covers altitudinal ranges from 900 meters to 1300 meters and the view of the plains below is simply mesmerizing. On reaching appropriate altitudes, one can make out the lofty escarpments that...

Nature & Green Walk Nature Walk is a unique way of exploring the virgin natural beauty of Thekkady. It is an interpretive scheme that offers travellers a great opportunity to explore the exotic wildlife of Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, amidst tranquil and peaceful natural ambience. Opting for such nature treks allows you to enjoy the rich aroma of nature and come across its diverse flora and fauna far away from the hustle and bustle of the modern crowd. Nature Walk remains one of the major tourists draws in Thekkady . It is an interpretive sandal protection trekking programme offering an excellent opportunity for watching birds, butterflies and other wildlife through a range of habitats during the 4-5 km 3-hours walk. These programmes are offered between 7 am to 3 pm in different nature trails inside the Park. The trails often pass through evergreen and moist deciduous forests interspersed with marshy grasslands. The Nature walk is the right programme to feel na...

Yoga Yoga refers to the spiritual discipline that includes meditation, exercises, physical postures, breathing techniques. It is done to improve physical health, mental health, relaxation, and overall well-being of the individual. Yoga is a Sanskrit word, which means ‘connection’ or ‘union’. It can be used to mean any type of connection. For example, it could be a connection with other people, or with the divine. The health benefits of yoga need no new emphasis; it is a centuries old practice of holistic self-healing that brings forth harmony between body and mind. Inner Peace: A sense of inner peace and harmony pervades your life when you practice yoga. Even simply concentrating on your breathing will bring you a moment of calm. Various health benefits: Our circulatory system gets a brilliant boost from yoga. It improves body strength and balance. It ensures better health in terms of lungs, heart, muscles as well as digestive organs. It also gives you better sleep. ...

An exclusive rafting program in the exotic Lake of Periyar, the plan is said to be a full day plan that starts around 8 am in the morning from Boat Landing.  The medley of habitats is traversed before the group of rafters gets into the bamboo made rafts. On the way to river rafting, the rafters get to see a beauty of nature in its full bloom through the bird life as well as arboreal animals. Apart from this, the rafters get to experience the site of the panoramic view of lush green hills with elephants, sambar and gaur. They can be easily viewed on the edges of the lake making it possible for the people to enjoy a wonderful bamboo rafting in Periyar tiger reserve experience. This is one of the richest and most diverse bio-diversity spots in the Western Ghats. The reflection of the forest-clad hills on the lake is an arresting spectacle. Each team comprising ten tourists will be accompanied by an armed forest guard and four guides. They are part of the Eco-Developm...

Chellarkovil has located in fifteen kilometres apart from the Kumily town overlooking incredible views of the plains and cascading waterfalls. It is a small sleepy village. It is ideally located in the Kerala-Tamil Nadu border in the Anakkara Panchayath. Considered to be one of the best tourism spots in the Idukki district and attracts tourists from all over the world. The lush green mountains, pleasing view and cascading waterfalls add up to the exquisiteness of this place. It also offers a scenic view to the plains of Tamil Nadu from the height of 1200m above the sea level. The famous waterfall over here looks enchanting during monsoon season due to the increase in flow. This water further helps in the cultivation of plants and vegetables when touches the irrigated land area of Tamil Nadu. The beautiful village stands unique with its eco-tourism project. There are a number of community-based eco-tourism projects initiated in this place. Related to this project...

Periyar Tiger Reserve , Thekkady, is an example of nature’s bounty, with great scenic charm, rich biodiversity and providing veritable visitor satisfaction. Sprawled over an area of 925 Sq Km. Periyar is one of the 27 tiger reserves in India. Zealously guarded and the efficiently managed reserve is a repository of rare, endemic and endangered flora and fauna and forms the major watershed of two important rivers of Kerala, the Periyar and Pamba. The Periyar Tiger Reserve  is South India's most popular wildlife sanctuary. The sanctuary is home to about 1000 elephants, about 35 tigers, bison, wild boars, langurs and deer beside a bewildering array of other species. The vegetation of the reserve is made of evergreen and semi-evergreen rainforests with the canopy at times reaching a height of 40 to 50 metres. The Periyar and Pamba rivers flow through the forest and a large artificial lake has been created where animals come to drink. People-oriented community-based ecotou...

Periyar National Park , also known as Periyar Tiger Reserve, is in the mountainous Western Ghats of Kerala , southern India. This wildlife sanctuary is home to tigers and a significant elephant population, as well as rare lion-tailed macaques, sambar deer, leopards and Indian bison. In the park's north, Periyar Lake is popular for boat rides. Farther north, spice plantations surround the town of Kumily. The very sound of the word Thekkady conjures up images of elephants, unending chains of hills and spice scented plantations. The Periyar forests of Thekkady is one of the finest wildlife reserves in India. Spreads across the entire district are the picturesque plantations and hill towns that nestle beautiful trails for treks and mountain walks. Wealth of Periyar Forests Flora : There are over 1965 flowering plants including 171 grass species and 143 species of orchids here. The only south Indian conifer, scientifically known as Podocarpus Wallichianus, grows in the...