5-Day Adventure Itinerary for Vagamon, Thekaddy, Kottayam, Kumily

  1. Day 1: Vagamon
    2 hours 30 minutes (64.1 miles) from Cochin International Airport

    Explore the beautiful hill station of Vagamon, known for its lush green meadows, pine forests, and waterfalls. Visit the Vagamon Orchidarium and Floriculture Project to see a variety of orchids and flowers. Take a trek to Murugan Hill for stunning views of the valley. End the day with a campfire under the stars.

  2. Day 2: Thekkady
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    2 hours 30 minutes (49.3 miles) from Vagamon

    Thekkady is a nature lover's paradise, with the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary as its main attraction. Take a boat ride on Periyar Lake for a chance to see elephants, tigers, and other wildlife. Go bamboo rafting on the tranquil waters of the lake and hike through the forest to see the hidden beauty of Thekkady.

  3. Day 3: Kottayam
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    2 hours 30 minutes (58.7 miles) from Thekkady

    Visit the beautiful landscapes of Kottayam, often called the "Land of Letters, Lakes, and Latex". Explore the backwaters of Kumarakom and take a houseboat ride along the serene waters. Visit the ancient temple of Vaikom Mahadeva to see its intricate architecture and learn about the local legends.

  4. Day 4: Kumily
    1 hour (25.9 miles) from Kottayam

    Kumily is a small town located near Thekkady, famous for its spice plantations and tea gardens. Take a guided tour of a spice plantation to learn about the various spices grown here and their culinary uses. Visit the Periyar Tiger Reserve for a chance to see the majestic big cats in the wild.

  5. Day 5: Thekkady
    45 minutes (13.7 miles) from Kumily

    Head back to Thekkady for an adventurous day of rock climbing, rappelling, and zip-lining at the Green Park Adventure Centre. Take a dip in the natural pool in the middle of the forest and rejuvenate yourself with the fresh mountain air. End the day with a delicious meal at a local restaurant.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Vagamon Orchidarium and Floriculture Project (1 hour, INR 100)
  • Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary boat ride (2 hours, INR 500)
  • Bamboo rafting on Periyar Lake (4 hours, INR 1000)
  • Houseboat ride in Kumarakom (6 hours, INR 8000)
  • Guided tour of spice plantation (2 hours, INR 500)
  • Rock climbing, rappelling, and zip-lining at Green Park Adventure Centre (4 hours, INR 2000)
  • Total Estimated Costs (INR 12100)
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