Nature lovers can venture into the lush green Neyyar Wildlife Sanctuary, located at the foot of the Western Ghats. Spread over 128 square km, the sanctuary offers exciting trekking trails, bamboo rafting, and boating. Visitors can enjoy spotting wildlife including elephants, tigers, leopards, and sambar deer. The sanctuary is open from 9 AM to 4 PM and closed on Mondays and national holidays.
The Ponmudi Hill Station, located in the Western Ghats is a haven for nature enthusiasts, adorned with verdant hills, tea gardens, and spice plantations. Popular attractions in the hill station include trekking, bird watching, and soaking in natural springs. The hill station is open from 8 AM to 5 PM and closed on weekends.
Varkala is a scenic coastal town nestled in the Western Ghats and known for its picture-perfect sandy beach and stunning cliff views. Visitors can enjoy activities such as beach volleyball, parasailing, and surfing, or simply lounging under the sun. Varkala Cliff Beach is open from sunrise to sunset.
Complete your nature tour of Thiruvandram by visiting India's favorite Kovalam Beach. Visitors can venture into the vast stretch of golden sandy beaches, explore marine life up close by exploring the unique lighthouse beach, or rejuvenate at an Ayurvedic spa. Kovalam Beach is open 24/7.
If you have more time, you can explore other nearby attractions such as the Kallar River, Peppara Wildlife Sanctuary, or the Vizhinjam Beach. Always carry sunscreen, hats, and water bottles on these outdoor adventures. In case of changing weather conditions, it’s advisable to confirm the operating hours of the listed locations beforehand.