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3-Day Family Friendly Wayanad Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Soochipara Falls
    1 hour 4 minutes (33 km) from Kozhikode

    Start your trip in Wayanad with a visit to Soochipara Falls. Set amidst lush green forests, the multi-tiered waterfall is a beautiful sight to behold. You can take a short trek to the falls and even swim in the inviting pools at the bottom of the falls.

  2. Day 2: Edakkal Caves
    1 hour 40 minutes (42 km) from Soochipara Falls

    Explore the fascinating structures of Edakkal Caves. The cave paintings here date back to the Neolithic era and offer a glimpse into the history of the region. To reach the caves, you'll need to take a short trek, but the effort is worth it for the stunning views.

  3. Day 3: Banasura Sagar Dam
    1 hour 30 minutes (41 km) from Edakkal Caves

    End your trip to Wayanad with a visit to the Banasura Sagar Dam, the largest earth dam in India. Enjoy a leisurely boat ride on the serene waters of the Banasura Sagar Reservoir while admiring the surrounding hills. There's also a beautiful park nearby, making it a perfect spot for a picnic with the family.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Soochipara Falls (2 hours, INR 150 per person)
  • Edakkal Caves (3 hours, INR 20 per person)
  • Banasura Sagar Dam (1 hour, INR 20 per adult, INR 10 per child, INR 60 per boat)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 345 per person

Useful Tips

If you have additional time, you can visit the Banasura Hill Resort, where you can go ziplining, kayaking, and trekking. If you have less time, you can skip the Banasura Sagar Dam visit and instead, visit the Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary, where you can see elephants, tigers and other wildlife in their natural habitat.

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