Take a boat cruise and Jeep rides to see elephants, sambars, and tigers
Day 2: Munnar
4.5 hours (92.9 km) from Periyar National Park
Trekking, Rock climbing, and visit the tea plantations, and waterfalls
Day 3: Varkala Beach
5 hours (141 km) from Munnar
Relax on the beach and enjoy the beautiful sunset with Ayurvedic Massage
Day 4: Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary
6 hours (213 km) from Varkala Beach
Spot elephants, tigers, and deer. Visit the famous Soochippara falls
Day 5: Athirapally falls
4.5 hours (144 km) from Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary
See the breathtaking waterfall. Take a swim and enjoy the nature trail
Day 6: Bekal Beach, Fort and Backwaters
7.5 hours (290 km) from Athirapally falls
Visit the beach, Bekal Fort, and nearby backwaters. Take a scenic boat ride
Day 7: Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary
3.5 hours (123 km) from Bekal Beach
View migratory and resident birds. Take a houseboat ride and witness the backwater life
Time and Costs Estimates
Periyar National Park (4-5 hours, INR 750 per person)
Munnar (6-7 hours, INR 2000 per person for a day)
Varkala Beach (3-4 hours, INR 500 per person per day)
Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary (5-6 hours, INR 2500 per jeep safari)
Athirapally falls (4-5 hours, INR 30 per person)
Bekal Beach, Fort and Backwaters (6-7 hours, INR 1500 per person for a day)
Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary (3-4 hours, INR 500 per person)
Total Estimated Costs: INR 7240 per person
Useful Tips
If you have more time, you can add the Thekkady, Wayanad Chembra Peak, or spend an extra day in Munnar for adventure activities. If you have less time, you can skip either Varkala Beach, Athirapally falls or Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary. Make sure to check the opening and closing times of the places before finalizing the itinerary.