5-Day Adventurous Wayanad Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Soochipara Waterfalls
    1 hour (20km) from Kalpetta

    Get up early and head straight to Soochipara Waterfalls where you can trek to the falls, swim in the pool, and then head out on nature walks in the surrounding area.

  2. Day 2: Edakkal Caves
    1.5 hours (40km) from Soochipara Waterfalls

    Explore the Edakkal Caves, featuring prehistoric rock art, a great location for trekking and the stunning views of Wayanad.

  3. Day 3: Kuruva Island
    1 hour (22km) from Edakkal Caves

    Spend a day at Kuruva Island, which offers dense green forests, guides that showcase medicinal plants, and bamboo rafting. Relax on the island, birdwatch, or butterfly watch while you soak in the beauty of the surroundings.

  4. Day 4: Chembra Peak
    1 hour (14km) From Kuruva Island

    Rise early for an adventurous trek to Chembra Peak, Wayanad's highest peak, offering a panoramic view of Wayanad district. Pack a picnic and stop to rest and take in all the stunning views.

  5. Day 5: Banasura Sagar Dam
    1.5 hours (28km) From Chembra Peak

    As your final stop visit the Banasura dam, that boasts to be the second-largest earth dam and try the available water sports such as rafting, kayaking, and speed boating.

Time and Costs Estimate

  • Soochipara Waterfalls (2 hours, 200 INR)
  • Edakkal Caves (2 hours, 40 INR)
  • Kuruva Island (4-5 hours, 500 INR)
  • Chembra Peak (4-5 hours, 300 INR entrance fee)
  • Banasura Sagar Dam (2 hours, 100 INR entrance fee and extra for water sports)
  • Total Estimated Costs: 1140 INR

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can also add Muthanga Wildlife Sanctuary for its wildlife safari, plantations such as tea and coffee that offer guided tours, or take some time to shop for the famous Wayanad spices, textiles or wooden crafts. If you have less time, you could drop Kuruva Island, or skip rafting while visiting Banasura Sagar Dam.

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