Thekkady surrounded by flora and fauna, make it one of the best places in Kerala to spend your honeymoon. The place is filled with activities related to wildlife. It is one of the most beautiful and picturesque places in Kerala. If you and your partner love animals and forest, then this place is just for you. This place is very famous for the sanctuary and forests. Many elephants, deer and tigers consider this place as their home. Also one can find many varieties of spices grown like cloves, cardamom and cinnamon.
Places of Attraction
Thakkady Wildlife Sanctuary
This located near to the Periyar River of over 777 sq. Km. Thakkady Wildlife Sanctuary, one of the 27 tiger reserves in India. More than half of the area is covered by evergreen forest. Flora that are found in this region includes many varieties of flowering plants, orchids and grass species. The place has been announced as a tiger reserve since 1978 and also the park includes wild elephants, deer, and sambar as some of its habitants.Periyar Lake
The nest attraction would be Periyar Lake formed artificially by the Mullaiperiyar Dam. The lake also holds an enchanting place in the middle. In the evening one can watch a herd of elephants quenching their thirst by drinking in the lake. This lake also attracts many varieties of birds. Boating facility is available on the lake. All these birds and elephants can be watched very closely by taking the boat in the lake.
Calvary Mount
Couples interested in trekking should visit this spot. This place is a also a pilgrim destination. View of Idukki Arch Dam from here is the major attraction. On contacting the State Forest Department trekking through the wilderness can be undertaken.
Vandiperiyar
This is the major trading center of Idukki district. Also it has a huge number of tea factories. The Periyar flows through the town enabling coffee tea and pepper plantations. The Government Agriculture farm has a flower garden which displays many varieties of rose and orchids.
Things to do in Thekkady
Elephant Rides
The Forest Department offers elephant rides through the evergreen forest. Meet the forest officer for the ride.
Jungle Trekking
There are various places near Thekkady for trekking. Kurisumala is near Kumily and Grampi near Vandiperiyar is much preferred areas for trekking. Before going on trekking, please contact the forest department. They would arrange for all facilities and guide for a small fare.Boating in Periyar Lake
Boating trips are conducted daily on the Periyar Lake. This is an opportunity to watch the wildlife very closely. Tickets can be got by contacting the Forest Department.
How to Reach Thekkady ?
The nearest airport to reach Thekkady is Madurai located about 140 km away and Kochi airport located about 190 km away. If travelling on rails, reach Theni or Kottayam which is 60 and 114 km away from Thekkadi. Busses run frequently from Kumily to reach this place.
A Kerala Tours to Thekkady should include all this. Planning the visit in advance would be to your advantage as you can enjoy the honeymoon and Kerala Wildlife Tours along with the wildlife and plantation, leisurely.
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