Kofiland Resort

You may think why people always select Thekkady as their best holiday spot in Kerala . Is it? And that question gets its answer only if you visit the most beautiful place in Kerala and that is Thekkady... Yes... Really it is the most beautiful and amazing tourist spot in Kerala .  The large herds of wild elephants, unending chains of hills and spice scented plantations make Thekkady as a charming place. Lying close to the plantations in the rich jungles of Periyar in Thekkady is one of the world's most fascinating natural wildlife reserves - the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary. Spread across 777 sq. km, of which 360 sq. km is thick evergreen forest, the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary was declared a Tiger Reserve in 1978. Noted for its Geo-morphological diversity of wildlife and scenic beauty, the Reserve attracts visitors from all over the world. Periyar Wild Life Sanctuary is an idyllic retreat that offers an unparalleled opportunity to savour the magical sensation of the eve...

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...

Nestled amongst the rolling hills and the thick forests of Kerala,  Thekkady  is a place blessed with the bounties of nature. The serene hills of Thekkady combine well with the dense forests to provide excellent trekking trails for adventure enthusiasts. The top 5 places to visit in Thekkady are as follows: Periyar Tiger Reserve: Periyar National Park and Wildlife Sanctuary  (PNP) is a  protected area  near  Thekkady  in the districts of Idukki, Kottayam and Pathanamthitta in Kerala, India. It is notable as an  elephant reserve  and a  tiger reserve . The park 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 the  Pamba . It is located high in the  Cardamom Hills  and  Pandalam Hills  of the south  Western Ghats  along the border with  Tamil Nadu . It is 4 km from  Kumil...

Ayurveda is an ancient lifestyle practice which aims to create harmony within the body. Practised widely in India, it works on the belief that all life forms have a "dosha" - a unique mix of energies known as "vata", "pitta" and "kapha". This is similar to the Western idea of elements - water, fire, earth, and so on. The Sanskrit term 'dosha' is probably the best-known principle of Ayurveda today, the fundamental goal of Ayurvedic practice is to maintain your own innate 'doshic' balance.” “Initially, there are three doshas or body types. Vata is composed of ether [space] and air. Pitta is composed of fire and water. Kapha is composed of water and earth. Each one of us has a unique combination of Vata, Pitta and Kapha. But there are also duo and tri-doshic types, for example, Vata/Pitta or Vata/Pitta/Kapha.” “Each dosha type has specific tendencies. For example, Vata means 'to move' or 'to enthuse.'...

Jungle Scout This program envisages a three hour night trek providing a rare opportunity to observe some of the interesting nightlife of the Thekkady forest such as civets, mouse deer, flying squirrel and various nocturnal bird species. Participants will be contributing directly to protecting the buffer zone and fringe areas of the Reserve as they travel in the company of forest watchers and trained guides. A trek ideal for younger visitors fit and disciplined enough to walk in the silence of the night. Three-time slots are offered along two routers. Common Palm Civets forage mainly at night. The likelihood of encountering predators during the day may have favoured nocturnal foraging behaviour. The Indian Spotted Chevrotain (Moschiola meminna) is often referred to as the Mouse Deer. However, in recent times, Indian Spotted Chevrotain seems to be the preferred usage. This diminutive animal is nocturnal in habit, making it very difficult to see one in daylight. ...

What is Organic Farming? The introduction of chemicals in farming got many delirious at the sight of what they could accomplish. Yields exploded. At the start, the soil was healthy. Any damage brought about by chemical fertilizers was hardly noticeable. Pests had not developed resistance to the chemicals. The technology spread across the world as it was considered the revolution in agriculture. Flash forward to today, and many people are marvelling in organic farming again. This is after learning that conventional farming methods come with a host of problems including health-related diseases like cancer, pollution, degradation of soil and water, and impact on domestic animals. Organic farming is a technique, which involves cultivation of plants and rearing of animals in natural ways. This process involves the use of biological materials, avoiding synthetic substances to maintain soil fertility and ecological balance thereby minimizing pollution and wastage. In other words, ...

The tribal communities of Thekkady, which have a total population of around 2000, live in perfect harmony with Nature. Five ethnically different communities -- the Mannans, the Paliyas, the Uralis, the Mala-arayas and the Malampandarams -- have settled in Kumily panchayat, mainly on the outskirts of the Periyar Tiger Reserve. Though they used to earn their living through traditional occupations like fishing and agriculture, with the advent of eco-tourism initiatives, they have found alternative jobs. They actively take part in the tourism-related programmes and serve as guides for tourists or as forest guards to prevent poaching and other illegal activities. In the remote forests, there are tribes who still carry out their age-old practices such as building small dolmens for honouring the dead. Periyar Tiger Reserve is a model worldwide for the harmonious co-existence between indigenous tribal communities nestled in the Periyar Tiger Reserve namely the Mannans, P...

The undulating mountains of Thekkady, in Kumily district, are home to a number of tea and coffee plantations, including that of the major players in the field. As you go up the hills that are green as far as the eye can see, the air becomes cooler and fresher.       Kumily is a great place for a first-hand experience of the production of tea and coffee. You can watch every part of the process including cultivation, plucking and the processing in factories. Even a casual visitor would not miss the sight of women plucking the tender tea leaves and filling up huge bags tied to their backs.  As you take a walk along the streets of Kumily or the winding pathways among the plantations, the thing that strikes you first is the lingering aroma in the air. The scent may be of cloves, nutmeg, pepper, cinnamon or cardamom and sometimes a fragrance that combines the scents of two or more spices. The geographical and climatic peculiarities ...

Thekkady has its own natural beauty and it is one of the best tourist places in Kerala.  It’s a haven for nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts. There are many adventure activities to do in Thekkady that offers great fun and enjoyment for families, couples, and kids. Besides trekking and mountain walks there are many other activities like fishing, bamboo rafting, etc.  One day may not be enough to cover all the places in Thekkady and to do all these adventures. So plan for a stay in the best resort in Thekkady where you have different packages according to your preference and enjoy your holidays in Thekkady. Trekking, Rock Climbing, and Camping The Thekkady area is largely mountainous and offers excellent opportunities for adventure sports such as extensive treks, angling, and rock climbing. Treks through routes that run in different directions through the plantation on the hill across the lake. And outdoor night camping in the plantations is als...