5-Day Shoestring Budget Itinerary for Kozhikode Wayanad Munnar in August 2023

  1. Day 1: Kozhikode
    4 hours 45 minutes (189.4 km) from Kochi

    Begin your trip in Kozhikode by visiting the Kozhikode Beach, where you can relax and take a dip in the Arabian Sea. Then, head to the Mananchira Square, a popular public space filled with gardens, fountains, and a musical fountain. Finally, visit the Calicut Gate, a historical site that marks the entrance to the old city.

  2. Day 2: Wayanad
    3 hours 7 minutes (97.3 km) from Kozhikode

    Start your day with a visit to the Edakkal Caves, a prehistoric site with ancient carvings and paintings. Then, take a trek to the Chembra Peak, the highest peak in Wayanad, and enjoy the scenic views from the top. End your day by visiting the Meenmutty Falls, a picturesque waterfall surrounded by lush greenery.

  3. Day 3: Wayanad
    1 hour 37 minutes (52.5 km) from Edakkal Caves

    Explore the Banasura Sagar Dam, the largest earth dam in India, which offers boating and trekking opportunities. Then, visit the Pookode Lake, a natural freshwater lake surrounded by forests, where you can take a paddle boat ride. Finally, visit the Thirunelli Temple, a Hindu temple located amidst the Brahmagiri hills.

  4. Day 4: Munnar
    5 hours 23 minutes (175.1 km) from Wayanad

    Begin your day in Munnar by visiting the Eravikulam National Park, where you can spot the endangered Nilgiri Tahr and enjoy the lush greenery. Then, visit the Mattupetty Dam, a popular picnic spot with boating and trekking options. Finally, end your day by visiting the Tea Museum, where you can learn about the history of tea plantation in Munnar and taste different varieties of tea.

  5. Day 5: Munnar
    1 hour 7 minutes (28.6 km) from Tea Museum

    Visit the Top Station View Point, the highest point in Munnar, which offers panoramic views of the Western Ghats. Then, visit the Attukad Waterfall, a scenic waterfall surrounded by hills and forests. Finally, end your trip by visiting the Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary, a protected area with a diverse range of flora and fauna.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Kozhikode Beach (1-2 hours, free)
  • Mananchira Square (1-2 hours, free)
  • Calicut Gate (30 minutes, free)
  • Edakkal Caves (2-3 hours, ₹40 per person)
  • Chembra Peak (6-8 hours, ₹750 per person)
  • Meenmutty Falls (1-2 hours, ₹30 per person)
  • Banasura Sagar Dam (2-3 hours, ₹10 per person)
  • Pookode Lake (1-2 hours, ₹10 per person)
  • Thirunelli Temple (1-2 hours, free)
  • Eravikulam National Park (3-4 hours, ₹65 per person)
  • Mattupetty Dam (1-2 hours, free)
  • Tea Museum (1-2 hours, ₹100 per person)
  • Top Station View Point (1-2 hours, ₹20 per person)
  • Attukad Waterfall (1-2 hours, free)
  • Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary (2-3 hours, ₹100 per person)
  • Total Estimated Costs: ₹1275 per person
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