Discovering the Best of Wayanad in 1 Day

1. 9:00AM: Edakkal Caves
   Located at a distance of 25 minutes (10.2 km) from Sultan Bathery

   Explore the ancient wall inscriptions, paintings and huge rock boulders at the Edakkal Caves. It may take around 2-3 hours to complete the exploration.

2. 12:00PM: Pookode Lake
   Located at a distance of 33 minutes (13.7 km) from Edakkal Caves

   Enjoy boating or a leisure walk at the beautiful and serene Pookode Lake. The lake is also a birdwatcher's paradise and has several species of birds.

3. 2:00PM: Chembra Peak
   Located at a distance of 40 minutes (17.3 km) from Pookode Lake

   Trek to the top of the Chembra Peak for an exhilarating experience, and the views from the peak are awe-inspiring. The trek usually takes around 4-5 hours and a permit is required from the forest officials.

4. 7:00PM: Soochipara Falls
   Located at a distance of 56 minutes (23.5 km) from Chembra Peak

   Get mesmerized by the beauty of Soochipara Falls and enjoy a refreshing swim. This is a perfect way to end your day at Wayanad.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Edakkal Caves (2-3 hours, INR 40)
• Pookode Lake (1-2 hours, INR 10 for entry and INR 50 for boating)
• Chembra Peak Trek (4-5 hours, INR 750 per group of 10 people)
• Soochipara Falls (1-2 hours, INR 50 per person)
Total Estimated Costs: INR 900 per person

Useful Tips

If you have extra time, visit the Muthanga Wildlife Sanctuary or Banasura Sagar Dam. If you have less time, you can skip Pookode Lake or Soochipara Falls.