8-Day Wayanad Adventure Itinerary

1. Day 1: Chembra Peak
   50 minutes (9.8 km) from Kalpetta

   Trek to the summit of the highest peak in Wayanad and enjoy the scenic views of the district. Requires an advanced permit from the forest department.

2. Day 2: Edakkal Caves
   35 minutes (16.9 km) from Chembra Peak

   Explore the natural caves that feature ancient rock art dating back to the Neolithic era.

3. Day 3: Kuruva Island
   1 hour 20 minutes (44 km) from Edakkal Caves

   Take a boat ride and hike through the uninhabited island filled with dense forests, rare birds and a variety of flora.

4. Day 4: Banasura Sagar Dam
   1 hour 35 minutes (43.6 km) from Kuruva Island

   Enjoy a scenic drive through winding paths and hills to reach the largest earth dam in India. Engage in various activities like zip lining and trekking around the dam.

5. Day 5: Tholpetty Wildlife Sanctuary
   1 hour (32.1 km) from Banasura Sagar Dam

   Take an adventurous jeep safari to witness the diverse wildlife, including tigers, elephants, and various species of deer.

6. Day 6: Meenmutty Falls
   1 hour 25 minutes (35.1 km) from Tholpetty Wildlife Sanctuary

   Enjoy the beautiful three-tiered waterfall and hike through the neighboring forest to reach the falls.

7. Day 7: Chethalayam Falls
   40 minutes (17.1 km) from Meenmutty Falls

   Visit the serene waterfalls that can only be accessed by trekking for a kilometer, surrounded by unique flora and fauna in the area.

8. Day 8: Karapuzha Dam
   35 minutes (15.2 km) from Chethalayam Falls

   End your trip by visiting the splendid Karapuzha Dam and take in the stunning views of the surrounding hills and valleys.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Chembra Peak (6 hours, INR 500 for permit)
• Edakkal Caves (2 hours, INR 40 entrance fee)
• Kuruva Island (4 hours, INR 300 boat ride)
• Banasura Sagar Dam (3 hours, INR 50 entrance fee)
• Tholpetty Wildlife Sanctuary (3 hours, INR 80 entrance fee)
• Meenmutty Falls (2 hours, INR 30 entrance fee)
• Chethalayam Falls (3 hours, INR 10 entrance fee)
• Karapuzha Dam (2 hours, free entry)
Total Estimated Costs: INR 1,100

Useful Tips

If you have more time, add a visit to the Soochipara Falls, Neelimala Viewpoint, and Pookode Lake. If you have less time, remove Kuruva island and Chethalayam Falls from your itinerary.