5-Day Family-Friendly Itinerary for Wayanad, Alleppey, and Marayoor

1. Day 1: Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary
   2 hours and 15 minutes (60 miles) from Calicut

   The Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary is a must-visit for families visiting Wayanad. Embark on a jeep safari and spot playful monkeys, herds of wild elephants, and if you're lucky, a leopard or two!

2. Day 2: Backwater Cruise in Alleppey
   4 hours and 30 minutes (149 miles) from Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary

   Experience serenity with Alleppey's Backwater Cruise, a charming boat ride through the backwaters. Feast on delicious Keralan cuisine and watch the world go slowly by. This activity is pure joy for all age-groups.

3. Day 3: Marayoor Sandalwood Forests
   4 hours and 30 minutes (134 miles) from Alleppey

   Marayoor Sandalwood Forest is an exceptional place to spend the day outside, with gorgeous nature paths, beautiful views of surrounding mountains, and the sweet scent of sandalwood filling the air .

4. Day 4: Edakkal Caves Adventure
   2 hours and 30 minutes (68 miles) from Marayoor Sandalwood Forests

   Are your kids adrenalize-seekers? Take them to the spectacular Edakkal Caves that provide a thrilling trek uphill to explore the pre-historic cave carvings that date back more than 8000 years

5. Day 5: Soochipara Waterfalls Trek
   1 hour and 45 minutes (40 miles) from Edakkal Caves

   Your family can end their Wayanad trip with a refreshing dip in the Soochipara Waterfalls, which make for a great half-day trek amidst nature's glory. Take along a picnic lunch and you are good for the day.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary (3-4 hours, INR 300 per person)
• Backwater Cruise in Alleppey (5-6 hours, INR 500-1000 per person)
• Marayoor Sandalwood Forests (3-4 hours, INR 50 per person)
• Edakkal Caves Adventure (2-3 hours, INR 10 per person)
• Soochipara Waterfalls Trek (4-5 hours, INR 50-100 per person)
• Total Estimated Costs (INR): 1010-1460 per person

Useful Tips

For a more extended vacation, add a visit to the Banasura Sagar Dam or the Chembra Peak trek. Alternatively, shorten your itinerary by skipping the Soochipara Waterfalls Trek or replacing the Edakkal Cave Adventure with hiking at Pakshipathalam Bird Sanctuary. Remember to carry sunscreen, hats, and mosquito repellents.