One Day Itinerary for Top Slip

  1. 7:00 AM: Visit Top Slip Elephant Camp
    15 minutes (4.2 km) from the main entrance of Top Slip

    Start your day by visiting the Top Slip Elephant Camp, where you can interact with the friendly elephants amidst beautiful greenery. Take an elephant ride while enjoying the peaceful ambience.

  2. 9:30 AM: Trek to the Elephant Waterfall
    40 minutes (3.5 km) from the Top Slip Elephant Camp

    Experience nature's beauty by taking a trek to the Elephant Waterfall. The waterfall is surrounded by lush green trees and the sound of water falling is very soothing. You can take a refreshing dip in the natural pool.

  3. 12:00 PM: Lunch at Anaikatti Restaurant
    1 hour (31.9 km) from Elephant Waterfall

    Relish scrumptious local food at the famous Anaikatti Restaurant. The food is served in an outdoor setting offering beautiful views of the Western Ghats. The place can get busy during weekends, so it's best to book your table in advance.

  4. 2:00 PM: Visit Parambikulam Wildlife Sanctuary
    1 hour 30 minutes (64.3 km) from Anaikatti Restaurant

    Visit one of South India's best-kept secrets, the Parambikulam Wildlife Sanctuary, and witness the lush green forests, exotic flora and fauna, and rich tribal culture. Take a safari tour or a boating trip along the tranquil Parambikulam lake.

  5. 4:30 PM: Tea tasting at Annai Indira Gandhi Road Tea Centre
    1 hour 30 minutes (66.0 km) from Parambikulam Wildlife Sanctuary

    Experience the delightful flavours of tea at the Annai Indira Gandhi Road Tea Centre, known for its delicious tea. You can also buy tea leaves as souvenirs to take back home.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Top Slip Elephant Camp (2 hours, INR 300 per person)
  • Elephant Waterfall Trek (2.5 hours, free entry)
  • Anaikatti Restaurant (1.5 hours, INR 800 for two)
  • Parambikulam Wildlife Sanctuary (2-3 hours, INR 225 per person)
  • Annai Indira Gandhi Road Tea Centre (30 minutes, INR 100 per person)

  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 955 per person

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can also visit the Aliyar Dam and have a picnic there. Or, if you have less time, you can skip the visit to the tea centre. Make sure you carry a water bottle, wear comfortable shoes, and carry insect repellent as the area is known for its mosquitoes.

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