4-Day Nature Itinerary for Wayanad, DD Hills, Adichunchungiri

  1. Day 1: Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary
    2 hours (50 km) from Calicut Airport

    Enjoy a morning safari through the lush greenery of Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary. You may get lucky and spot elephants, tigers, and other wildlife. After the safari, go for a nature walk to explore the flora and fauna of the sanctuary. End the day by visiting the Banasura Sagar Dam, which offers panoramic views of the surrounding mountains.

  2. Day 2: DD Hills
    3 hours 45 minutes (120 km) from Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary

    Drive to DD Hills, which is known for its natural beauty and immense serenity. Start the day by visiting the Bilikal Rangaswamy Betta peak to enjoy spectacular views of the mountains and valley below. Then, head to the Mookambika Wildlife Sanctuary to see some rare species of birds and animals. End the day by exploring the ancient temples in the area, such as the Sri Kshetra Adichunchanagiri and the Sri Nandi Temple.

  3. Day 3: Adichunchungiri Hills
    2 hours 30 minutes (100 km) from DD Hills

    Drive to Adichunchungiri Hills and start the day with a visit to the Channarayana Durga Fort, an ancient fortress that offers breathtaking views of the surroundings. Next, explore the Someshwara Wildlife Sanctuary, which is home to several animals like tiger, elephant, wild boar, and panther, etc. Finally, end the day by visiting the historic ancient temple, the Gangadhareshwara Temple.

  4. Day 4: Wayanad Tea Estate
    2 hours 45 minutes (95 km) from Adichunchungiri Hills

    Explore the scenic tea plantations of Wayanad and learn about the tea-making process. You can also take a leisurely walk through the plantation as well as visit the tea factory. End the day by visiting the Soochippara Waterfalls, where you can relax and enjoy the serene surroundings.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary (3 hours, INR 500)
  • Banasura Sagar Dam (1 hour, INR 20)
  • Bilikal Rangaswamy Betta peak (2 hours, INR 100)
  • Mookambika Wildlife Sanctuary (2 hours, INR 50)
  • Sri Kshetra Adichunchanagiri (3 hours, Free)
  • Gangadhareshwara Temple (2 hours, Free)
  • Wayanad Tea Estate (3 hours, INR 500)
  • Soochippara Waterfalls (1 hour, INR 50)
  • Total Estimated Costs (Per Person): INR 1220

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can visit other attractions in Wayanad like the Edakkal Caves and the Banasura Hill. If you have less time, you can remove the Adichunchungiri Hills visit and explore other sights around Wayanad instead. Keep in mind the weather and wear comfortable clothing and shoes as the trip involves a lot of walking and hiking.

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