Upon arrival at Calicut International Airport, head towards Wayanad. Check-in to your hotel, freshen up and have breakfast. Indulge in some retail therapy at Pookode Lake, where you will find an array of spices, handicrafts, and souvenirs. Take a boat ride on the lake and explore the surroundings. After lunch, visit the Edakkal Caves, a prehistoric rock shelter formed naturally out of a strange disposition of three huge boulders making one to rest on the other two with its bottom jutting out in between and serving as the roof. In the evening, head back to your hotel, relax and enjoy dinner.
Spend the morning trekking to the Chembra Peak, the highest peak in the Wayanad district. The trek is a bit difficult but the view from the top is mesmerizing. After descending the peak, have lunch and visit the Banasura Sagar Dam, the largest earthen dam in India. You can also enjoy various water sports activities like boating, kayaking, and canoeing here. In the evening, return to your hotel and rest.
Start your day early with a drive to the Muthanga Wildlife Sanctuary. Take a jungle safari to spot the various species of animals and birds found there. After the safari, have breakfast and visit the Pookode Lake. Post-lunch, drive towards the Soochipara Waterfalls, which is a three-tiered waterfall surrounded by lush green forests. Spend the evening enjoying the beauty of the falls, take a swim or just relax and enjoy the views. Return to your hotel for dinner and rest.
Start your day by visiting the Banasura Hill to witness the breathtaking views of the sunrise. After breakfast, visit the Kuruva Island, a protected river delta on the Kabini River. Cross the river on bamboo rafts and explore the island's flora and fauna. After lunch, head towards the Lakkidi View Point, which offers an aerial view of the entire Wayanad district. Complete your day by enjoying a traditional Kerala meal. Head back to your hotel for some final moments of relaxation and rest.
Do not miss the Thirunelli Temple, an ancient temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu, located amidst the Brahmagiri hills. You can also visit the Wayanad Heritage Museum to learn about the local history and culture. Take a day trip to the nearby town of Sultan Bathery and explore the Jain Temple and the old British bungalows.
To maximize your fun, do not forget to indulge in some local street food like Appam and Puttu, and try the traditional Kerala massage, Ayurveda.
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