Family Friendly 7-Day Kerala Boat House Wayanad Itinerary

1. Day 1: Banasura Dam
   1-hour 30-minutes (42.6 km) from Calicut International Airport

   Enjoy the view of the dam from the top while boating, kayaking, and trekking. Try the floating cottages.

2. Day 2: Thirunelli Temple
   1-hour 45-minutes (57.8 km) from Banasura Dam

   This ancient temple is situated amidst lush green mountains. You can take a dip in the holy spring.

3. Day 3: Pookode Lake
   2-hour (83 km) from Thirunelli Temple

   A picturesque freshwater lake surrounded by evergreen forests. Go for boating, walks by the lake or shopping in nearby stalls.

4. Day 4: Chain Tree
   50-minutes (25 km) from Pookode Lake

   Located near a busy road, the story, and the view of the chain tree is fascinating.

5. Day 5: Edakkal Caves
   1-hour 50-minutes (63.5 km) from Chain Tree

   Ancient rock-hewn caves with petroglyphs and panoramic views from the top. Prepare for a steep climb.

6. Day 6: Kuruva Island
   1-hour (36.4 km) from Edakkal Caves

   Explore the green and serene island surrounded by river and streams on a raft. It’s a perfect picnic spot.

7. Day 7: Back to Calicut International Airport
   3-hour (103 km) from Kuruva Island

   Departure

Time and Costs Estimates

• Banasura Dam (2 hours, INR 500)
• Thirunelli Temple (2 hours, INR 50)
• Pookode Lake (3 hours, INR 30 entry fee)
• Chain Tree (1 hour, Free)
• Edakkal Caves (3 hours, INR 40 entry fee)
• Kuruva Island (4 hours, INR 80 entry fee)

Total Estimated Costs: INR 700

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can try the Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary or explore the Chembra Peak. If you have less time, skip Pookode Lake.