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3-Day Wayanad Nature Itinerary in June 2023

  1. Day 1: Chembra Peak
    45 minutes (14.2 miles) from Kalpetta

    Start the day early with a trek to the top of Chembra Peak, the highest peak in Wayanad. Enjoy the breathtaking views of the Western Ghats and the heart-shaped lake on the way. After the trek, have lunch at a nearby restaurant and then visit the nearby Pookode Lake for boating and a nature walk. In the evening, visit the Edakkal Caves, a prehistoric site filled with ancient inscriptions and murals.

  2. Day 2: Banasura Sagar Dam
    1 hour 20 minutes (31.5 miles) from Kalpetta

    After breakfast, visit the Banasura Sagar Dam, the largest earth dam in India. Take a speed boat ride or go kayaking on the lake surrounded by the Banasura Hills. After lunch, visit the Banasura Hill Resort, an eco-resort surrounded by tea plantations and forests. Take a guided nature walk and enjoy the scenic views. In the evening, visit the Meenmutty Waterfalls, located amidst dense forests and tea plantations.

  3. Day 3: Tholpetty Wildlife Sanctuary
    1 hour 10 minutes (22.9 miles) from Kalpetta

    Start the day with a visit to the Tholpetty Wildlife Sanctuary, a part of the Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary. Take a jungle safari and spot elephants, tigers, leopards and other wildlife. After the safari, visit the nearby Kuruva Island, a pristine river island with lush greenery and rare species of birds. Have lunch at a local restaurant and then visit the Chain Tree, a large ficus tree with a legend behind it. In the evening, visit the Wayanad Heritage Museum, which showcases the tribal artifacts and heritage of Wayanad.

Recommendations

If you have time, you can also visit the Soochipara Waterfalls, the Muthanga Wildlife Sanctuary, and the Jain Temple in Sulthan Bathery. To maximize your fun, you can go on a plantation tour, try local cuisine at street food stalls, or indulge in a spa session at a nearby resort. Lastly, don't forget to carry comfortable walking shoes, sunscreen, and insect repellent.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Chembra Peak Trek (5-6 hours, INR 750 per person)
  • Pookode Lake (2-3 hours, INR 20 per person)
  • Edakkal Caves (2-3 hours, INR 40 per person)
  • Banasura Sagar Dam (2-3 hours, INR 50 per person)
  • Banasura Hill Resort (2-3 hours, INR 500 per person)
  • Meenmutty Waterfalls (2-3 hours, INR 30 per person)
  • Tholpetty Wildlife Sanctuary (3-4 hours, INR 250 per person)
  • Kuruva Island (2-3 hours, INR 80 per person)
  • Chain Tree (30 minutes, free)
  • Wayanad Heritage Museum (1-2 hours, INR 20 per person)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 1760 per person
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