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3-Day Adventure Itinerary for Wayanad in June 2023

  1. Day 1: Chembra Peak
    30 minutes (12.6 km) from Kalpetta

    Start the morning with a trek to the highest peak in Wayanad, the Chembra Peak. The trek is a moderate one and takes around 3-4 hours to complete. Enjoy the amazing views of the surrounding hills and the heart-shaped lake on the way to the top. After the trek, head to the nearby Pookode Lake for some boating and a picnic lunch. In the evening, visit the Edakkal Caves, a prehistoric site with ancient carvings and paintings.

  2. Day 2: Banasura Sagar Dam
    1 hour (35.5 km) from Kalpetta

    Start the day with a visit to the Banasura Sagar Dam, the largest earth dam in India. Take a speedboat ride on the lake and enjoy the view of the surrounding hills. After the boat ride, visit the nearby Meenmutty waterfalls, a three-tiered waterfall that is sure to take your breath away. In the afternoon, head to the Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary for a jeep safari. Spot some exotic wildlife, including elephants, tigers, and leopards, in their natural habitat.

  3. Day 3: Thirunelli Temple
    1.5 hours (66.5 km) from Kalpetta

    Start the day with a visit to the Thirunelli Temple, an ancient temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu. The temple is located in a serene and picturesque location, surrounded by lush green forests and hills. After the temple visit, go on a trek to the nearby Brahmagiri Peak. The trek takes about 3-4 hours and offers stunning views of the surrounding hills and forests. In the evening, head back to Kalpetta and explore the local markets for some souvenirs.

Recommendations

If you want to experience more adventure, you can go for a bamboo rafting experience in the nearby Kuruva Island. You can also visit the Soochipara waterfalls for some more adventure activities like rock climbing and zip-lining. If you have an extra day, you can also visit the nearby town of Sulthan Bathery for some historical sites and shopping.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Chembra Peak trek (4 hours, free)
  • Pookode Lake (2 hours, INR 10 for entry and INR 500 for boating)
  • Edakkal Caves (2 hours, INR 40 for entry)
  • Banasura Sagar Dam (2 hours, INR 10 for entry and INR 750 for boat ride)
  • Meenmutty waterfalls (2 hours, INR 30 for entry)
  • Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary (3 hours, INR 20 for entry and INR 1000 for jeep safari)
  • Thirunelli Temple visit (2 hours, free)
  • Brahmagiri Peak trek (4 hours, free)
  • Local market shopping (2 hours, variable cost)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 1360

Check out https://booking.tp.st/VhZsadPo for hotel and flight bookings to Wayanad.

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