Venture into the serene wildlife sanctuary known for its exotic wildlife among the rich diversity of lush green tea gardens with the chirping of birds and sounds of nature.
Early morning, head to the boating point located at the Periyar wildlife sanctuary, spend leisure time on the slow-moving boat cruise in the calm waters of Thekkady lake with the stunning views of the forested hills, watching various wildlife in their natural habitat.
Start your day at one of the tea factories and estates for a tour; observe how your morning tea is rolled, dried, and packaged. Taste some of the finest, and fresh teas in the world and buy a few to take back home.
If you have more time, you can also opt for a visit to the Suruli falls, known for its hypnotic falls or indulge in some peaceful bird watching at the Meghamalai viewpoint. If you have less time, skip the tea estates tour, as you can always buy tea at the local markets.