5-Day Adventure Itinerary in Kerala

1. Day 1: Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary
   3 hours (69 miles) from Calicut

   Enjoy the thrill of a jungle safari in the Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary. Spot a variety of wildlife including elephants, tigers, and leopards. Trek to the Chembra Peak for a breathtaking view of the heart-shaped lake.

2. Day 2: Athirappilly Waterfalls
   5 hours (116 miles) from Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary

   Experience the mesmerizing view of Athirappilly waterfalls, known as the Niagara of India. Take an adrenaline-packed zipline ride through the forest canopy at the Vazhachal Forest Reserve.

3. Day 3: Thekkady and Periyar National Park
   3.5 hours (100 miles) from Athirappilly Waterfalls

   Get adventurous with bamboo rafting in the Periyar lake. Embrace nature with a trekking expedition in the Periyar National Park. Explore the spice plantations and wildlife sightings.

4. Day 4: Munnar and Eravikulam National Park
   4 hours (92 miles) from Thekkady and Periyar National Park

   Experience the thrill of hiking to the top of the Anamudi peak, the highest peak of the Western Ghats. Visit the Eravikulam National Park, home to the endangered Nilgiri Tahr. The lush tea gardens and breathtaking waterfalls are sure to leave you in awe.

5. Day 5: Kovalam Beach and Poovar Island
   7 hours (157 miles) from Munnar and Eravikulam National Park

   Finish your adventure trip with some relaxation at the Kovalam beach. Take a boat ride to Poovar Island and witness the confluence of the Neyyar river and the Arabian sea.

Time and Costs estimates

• Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary (6 hours, INR 800 per person)
• Athirappilly Waterfalls (4 hours, INR 500 per person)
• Thekkady and Periyar National Park (8 hours, INR 1500 per person)
• Munnar and Eravikulam National Park (8 hours, INR 1200 per person)
• Kovalam Beach and Poovar Island (10 hours, INR 1000 per person)
Total Estimated Costs: INR 5000 per person

Useful tips

If you have more time, explore Alleppey's backwaters on a houseboat. For those looking for more adventure, try rock climbing in Kollam's Jatayu Earth center. If you have less time, skip Munnar and visit Varkala beach for a perfect sunset.