3-Day Itinerary for Wayanad, Kerala in May 2023

  1. Day 1: Chembra Peak
    40 minutes (11.6 km) from Kalpetta

    Start your trip by trekking up to Chembra Peak, the highest peak in Wayanad. The trek is 4km long and takes around 3-4 hours to complete. On reaching the top, you'll be greeted with a heart-shaped lake that adds to the charming beauty of the mountain. The peak is open from 7 AM to 2 PM daily, except on Mondays.

  2. Day 2: Edakkal Caves
    40 minutes (11.5 km) from Chembra Peak

    Explore the Edakkal Caves, a prehistoric site that dates back to the Neolithic era. The cave paintings and carvings here depict the history and lifestyle of the ancient inhabitants of this region. To reach the caves, you need to trek up a hill for about 1 km. The cave is open from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM daily, except on Mondays.

  3. Day 3: Banasura Sagar Dam
    1 hour 20 minutes (31.5 km) from Edakkal Caves

    End your trip with a visit to the Banasura Sagar Dam, the largest earth dam in India. The dam is surrounded by lush green hills and the scenic beauty of the place is mesmerizing. You can enjoy boating and other water sports here. The dam is open from 9 AM to 5 PM daily.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Chembra Peak Trek (3-4 hours, free)
  • Edakkal Caves visit and trek (1-2 hours, ₹40 for adults, ₹20 for children)
  • Banasura Sagar Dam visit and boating (2-3 hours, ₹60 per person for speed boating, ₹750 per person for bamboo rafting)
  • Total Estimated Costs: ₹820 per person
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