Relaxing One-day Itinerary in Wayanad

  1. 10:00AM: Edakkal Caves
    21 minutes (8.5 kilometers) from Kalpetta

    Explore the prehistoric Edakkal Caves, filled with rock carvings depicting humans, animals, and various other symbols that are over 8,000 years old.

  2. 12:00PM: Pookode Lake
    38 minutes (16 kilometers) from Edakkal Caves

    A calm freshwater lake surrounded by lush greenery, Pookode Lake offers scenic views, boating facilities, and a nature park, making it a perfect place to relax and unwind.

  3. 2:00PM: Kuruvadweep Island
    1 hour 30 minutes (50 kilometers) from Pookode Lake

    Situated in the middle of River Kabini, this uninhabited island is an ideal spot to explore nature's beauty with various streams, green forests, and exotic birds.

  4. 4:00PM: Banasura Hill
    20 minutes (10 kilometers) from Kuruvadweep Island

    The second-largest earthen dam in Asia offers a picturesque view of the Banasura Sagar Reservoir, lush greens forests, and rolling hills.

  5. 6:00PM: Soochipara Falls
    1 hour (28 kilometers) from Banasura Hill

    A three-tiered waterfall located in a dense forest, Soochipara Falls is a popular tourist spot for its beautiful scenery and adventurous activities like rock climbing, trekking, and river crossing.

Time and Cost Estimates:

  • Edakkal Caves (2 hours, INR 40)
  • Pookode Lake (2 hours, INR 40)
  • Kuruvadweep Island (2 hours, INR 80)
  • Banasura Hill (1 hour, INR 20)
  • Soochipara Falls (1 hour, INR 30)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 210

Useful Tips:

If you have extra time, you can add a visit to the Chembra Peak, known for its trekking trails and scenic views of the valley, or the Thirunelli Temple, an ancient Hindu pilgrimage site surrounded by mountains and dense forests. On the other hand, if you have less time, you can skip Kuruvadweep Island and head directly to Banasura Hill or visit the Muthanga Wildlife Sanctuary for a jungle safari instead.

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