A Day in Thekkady

  1. 9:00AM: Periyar National Park
    10 minutes (2.4 km) from Thekkady junction

    Start your day at Periyar National Park, one of the best wildlife sanctuaries in India. Take a boat ride through the serene Periyar Lake to witness elephants, tigers, and many other animals in their natural habitat.

  2. 11:00AM: Abraham's Spice Garden
    20 minutes (7.3 km) from Periyar National Park

    Visit Abraham's Spice Garden, a 10-acre plantation where you can explore the incredible spices and herbs grown in the region. You will be guided by an expert through the gardens and learn about the various plants and their medicinal values.

  3. 1:00PM: Lunch at Spice Village Resort
    5 minutes (1 km) from Abraham's Spice Garden

    Experience the traditional cuisine of Thekkady at Spice Village Resort, which offers an exotic ambience amidst the mesmerizing landscape of Thekkady. Their menu is a blend of Indian, Chinese and Continental flavors, and they serve organic food made from locally sourced ingredients.

  4. 3:00PM: Kalari Centre
    10 minutes (3.5 km) from Spice Village Resort

    Witness the ancient martial art form of Kerala, Kalaripayattu, at Kalari Centre. Learn about the history and origin of this art, and witness the amazing stunts and sword fights performed by the expert performers.

  5. 5:00PM: Thekkady Lake
    10 minutes (2.7 km) from Kalari Centre

    End your day with a serene boat ride at Thekkady Lake. You can witness the beautiful sunset from the lake and enjoy the surrounding greenery and wildlife.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Periyar National Park (2 hours, INR 1,500)
  • Abraham's Spice Garden (1.5 hours, INR 500)
  • Spice Village Resort (1 hour, INR 1,500)
  • Kalari Centre (1.5 hours, INR 750)
  • Thekkady Lake (1 hour, INR 200)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 4,450

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can visit the Mangala Devi Temple, or go hiking and trekking in the hills of Thekkady. If you have less time, you can skip Abraham's Spice Garden and head straight to the lunch at Spice Village Resort.

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