Start your day with a hearty Kerala breakfast at Nandana Restaurant, where you can savor dishes like Appam with Stew or Kerala Idiappam with Coconut Milk.
Head out from your hotel in Ernakulam to Nandana Restaurant, about a 15-minute drive.
Commence your journey through the lush landscapes of Kerala, enjoying delightful views of tea plantations, paddy fields, and rivers as you head towards Thattekad.
Continue your drive from Ernakulam straight to Thattekad via NH 544 and SH 40.
Arrive at Thattekad Bird Sanctuary, one of India’s richest bird habitats, and spend time spotting exotic birds such as the Malabar Grey Hornbill and the Nilgiri Wood Pigeon.
The sanctuary is located just off the main road, easy to reach once you arrive in Thattekad.
Refuel with a traditional Kerala meal at Green Palace Restaurant, where you must try their Fish Curry and steamed rice complemented by a side of fresh vegetables.
The restaurant is approximately a 10-minute drive from the bird sanctuary.
Engage in eco-tourism activities through the Kerala Forest Development Corporation, possibly taking a short nature walk or opting for a canoe ride on the nearby river.
It's a short drive from the spice plantations, roughly 15 minutes.
Wind down your day with some local tea at a café, enjoying the serene ambiance and possibly chat with local residents through a shared love for nature.