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3-Day Wayanad Itinerary for August 2023

  1. Day 1: Edakkal Caves
    25 minutes (9.5 miles) from Kalpetta

    In the morning, we will visit the Edakkal Caves, a prehistoric site with ancient rock art and carvings. Afterward, we will head to the nearby Heritage Museum for an insight into the history and culture of Wayanad. For lunch, we will have traditional Kerala cuisine at the nearby Indian Coffee House. In the evening, we will visit the Pookode Lake, a freshwater lake surrounded by forests and hills.

  2. Day 2: Banasura Sagar Dam
    1 hour 15 minutes (29.5 miles) from Edakkal Caves

    In the morning, we will head to the Banasura Sagar Dam, the largest earth dam in India and a popular tourist destination. From there, we will take a short hike to the Meenmutty Falls, one of the largest and most beautiful waterfalls in Wayanad. We will have lunch at the nearby Restaurant, which serves delicious Indian and Chinese cuisine. In the evening, we will visit the Kuruvadweep Island, a serene and picturesque island on the Kabini River.

  3. Day 3: Thirunelli Temple
    1 hour 50 minutes (47.8 miles) from Banasura Sagar Dam

    Today, we will visit the Thirunelli Temple, an ancient temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu and surrounded by mountains and forests. From there, we will head to the nearby Pakshipathalam Bird Sanctuary, a protected area with an abundance of bird species and wildlife. We will have lunch at the nearby Hotel Arihant, which serves delicious South Indian cuisine. In the evening, we will visit the Tholpetty Wildlife Sanctuary, a famous wildlife reserve with a variety of animal species including tigers, elephants and leopards.

Recommendations

If you're interested in history and culture, consider visiting the Wayanad Heritage Museum and the Jain Temple, or taking a day trip to the ancient city of Hampi. For outdoor enthusiasts, the Chembra Peak and the Sentinel Rock Waterfalls are also worth a visit. To maximize your fun, consider renting a bike or booking a trekking tour to explore the scenic beauty of Wayanad.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Edakkal Caves (2 hours, INR 40)
  • Heritage Museum (1 hour, INR 20)
  • Indian Coffee House (1 hour, INR 150)
  • Pookode Lake (2 hours, INR 50)
  • Banasura Sagar Dam (3 hours, INR 25)
  • Meenmutty Falls (2 hours, INR 20)
  • Restaurant (1 hour, INR 200)
  • Kuruvadweep Island (2 hours, INR 80)
  • Thirunelli Temple (3 hours, INR 10)
  • Pakshipathalam Bird Sanctuary (2 hours, INR 20)
  • Hotel Arihant (1 hour, INR 150)
  • Tholpetty Wildlife Sanctuary (3 hours, INR 100)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 915
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