Kerala Wayanad and Kolukkumalai Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary
    50 minutes (23.5 miles) from Calicut International Airport

    Explore the Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary, a protected area of lush forests and home to tigers, elephants, and various exotic species. Take a guided tour through the sanctuary, where you can spot wildlife, learn about conservation efforts and enjoy the scenic views.

  2. Day 2: Edakkal Caves
    2 hours 25 minutes (67.7 miles) from Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary

    Visit the Edakkal Caves, a group of ancient caves that house petroglyphs, rock engravings, and pictorial writings dating back to 6000 BC. Take a short hike to reach the caves and explore the history and mythology behind the engravings.

  3. Day 3: Banasura Sagar Dam
    1 hour 45 minutes (48.3 miles) from Edakkal Caves

    Visit Banasura Sagar Dam, the largest earth dam in India, situated amidst the lush green hills of Wayanad. Enjoy speed boating, kayaking or paddle boating on the serene waters of the dam. Trek to the nearby Banasura Hill, the third highest peak in the Western Ghats.

  4. Day 4: Kolukkumalai Tea Estate
    4 hours 30 minutes (106 miles) from Banasura Sagar Dam

    Visit the highest tea estate in the world, Kolukkumalai Tea Estate, situated at an altitude of 8000ft in the Western Ghats. Enjoy a scenic 4X4 jeep ride through the steep hills and rough terrains to reach the estate. Experience the tea-making process from plucking the leaves to tasting the fresh tea.

  5. Day 5: Mattupetty Dam
    2 hours 35 minutes (70.2 miles) from Kolukkumalai Tea Estate

    Visit Mattupetty Dam, a beautiful concrete gravity dam, located in the picturesque hills of Munnar. Enjoy boating, fishing or simply walking around the dam while soaking in the serene views of the surrounding hills and lush green forests.

  6. Day 6: Eravikulam National Park
    30 minutes (9.5 miles) from Mattupetty Dam

    Explore the Eravikulam National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to the endangered Nilgiri Tahr. Take a guided tour through the park, where you can spot wildlife, learn about conservation efforts and enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding hills.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary (3 hours, INR 1000)
  • Edakkal Caves (2 hours, INR 40)
  • Banasura Sagar Dam (2 hours, INR 50)
  • Kolukkumalai Tea Estate (3 hours, INR 1000)
  • Mattupetty Dam (1 hour, INR 50)
  • Eravikulam National Park (2 hours, INR 125)

  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 2265
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