Exploring Marayoor in One Day

  1. 9:00 AM - Marayoor Sandalwood Forests
    5 minutes (1.5 km) from Marayoor Town

    Start your day by visiting the unique sandalwood forests of Marayoor, which are the only natural sandalwood forests in Kerala. Take a guided tour of the forest and enjoy the beauty of the surroundings.

  2. 10:30 AM - Thoovanam Waterfall
    40 minutes (20 km) from Marayoor Sandalwood Forests

    Visit the beautiful Thoovanam Waterfalls, located in the Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary. The waterfall is a 4 km trek from the entrance of the sanctuary. The trek offers scenic views and is a great way to explore the sanctuary.

  3. 1:00 PM - Hotel Chandana Jn
    1 hour (40 km) from Thoovanam Waterfall

    Head to Hotel Chandana Jn for lunch, which is a popular restaurant in the area. The restaurant serves delicious vegetarian cuisine and is a must-visit for foodies.

  4. 3:00 PM - Marayoor Jaggery Plant
    15 minutes (5 km) from Hotel Chandana Jn

    Visit the Marayoor Jaggery Plant, which is famous for producing high-quality jaggery. The plant offers a guided tour of the facility and teaches visitors about the process of making jaggery.

  5. 5:00 PM - Eravikulam National Park
    1 hour (45 km) from Marayoor Jaggery Plant

    End your day by visiting the Eravikulam National Park, which is home to various endangered species of animals, including the Nilgiri tahr. Take a guided tour of the park and enjoy the scenic beauty.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Marayoor Sandalwood Forests (2 hours, INR 50)
  • Thoovanam Waterfall (3 hours, INR 20)
  • Hotel Chandana Jn (1 hour, INR 500)
  • Marayoor Jaggery Plant (2 hours, INR 100)
  • Eravikulam National Park (2 hours, INR 120)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 790

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can visit other attractions in the area, such as the Kanthalloor and Vattavada villages, which are known for their fruit orchards and vegetable farms. If you have less time, you can skip the Marayoor Jaggery Plant and Eravikulam National Park.

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