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Two-Day Nature Itinerary in Wayanad in September 2023

  1. Day 1: Kuruva Island
    1 hour 15 minutes (32.3 km) from Kalpetta

    Start your day by visiting Kuruva Island, where you can explore the lush green forest and the serene river that runs through it. You can take a walk through the various trails and enjoy the serene environment, or you can take a bamboo raft ride and enjoy the sights and sounds of the island. After a leisurely morning, head to the island's cafeteria for some delicious local food. In the afternoon, visit the nearby Tholpetty Wildlife Sanctuary, which is home to a variety of wild animals, including tigers, leopards, elephants, and deer. You can take a jeep safari to explore the sanctuary.

  2. Day 2: Meenmutty Waterfalls
    1 hour 20 minutes (37.8 km) from Sulthan Bathery

    Today, start by visiting the Meenmutty Waterfalls, which is the second-largest waterfall in Wayanad. You can take a trek through the forest to reach the waterfall and enjoy the scenic beauty of the surrounding landscape. After spending the morning at the waterfall, visit the nearby Pookode Lake, where you can take a paddleboat ride and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. In the evening, visit the Banasura Sagar Dam, which is the largest earthen dam in India. You can take a boat ride and enjoy the scenic beauty of the dam and the surrounding hills.

Recommendations

If you have more time, you can visit the Edakkal Caves, which are famous for their prehistoric rock art, or the Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary, which is home to a variety of exotic animals and birds. You can also try the local cuisine at the various restaurants in the area. If you want to maximize your fun, you can try camping in the forest or taking a night safari in the wildlife sanctuary.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Kuruva Island (3-4 hours, INR 120 per person)
  • Tholpetty Wildlife Sanctuary (2-3 hours, INR 500 per jeep)
  • Meenmutty Waterfalls (2-3 hours, INR 30 per person)
  • Pookode Lake (1-2 hours, INR 100 per person)
  • Banasura Sagar Dam (1-2 hours, INR 60 per person)
  • Total Estimated Costs (per person): INR 810

For hotel and flight bookings, please check https://booking.tp.st/VhZsadPo.

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