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One-Day Adventure in Thekkady: Nature and Culture

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Day 1: Nature and Culture

Thekkady, India

7:30AM

Breakfast at Thekkady Café

Start your day with a traditional Kerala breakfast, featuring puttu (steamed rice cake) and kadala curry (black chickpeas curry), at the charming Thekkady Café.
Located just a 5-minute walk from the main junction of Thekkady.
INR250, 1 hour

8:30AM

Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary Tour

Dive into nature with a guided tour of the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary where you can spot elephants, deer, and a variety of birds.
The entrance to the sanctuary is 10 minutes by taxi from Thekkady Café.
INR500, 3 hours

11:30AM

Nature Walk

Enjoy a guided nature walk through the lush greenery of the sanctuary, learning about local flora and fauna.
Continue within the sanctuary, your guide will be with you.
INR300, 1.5 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Spice Garden Restaurant

Savour a delicious Kerala meal with local spices at Spice Garden, known for its authentic cuisine.
Only a 5-minute drive from the sanctuary's entrance.
INR600, 1 hour

2:00PM

Spice Plantation Tour

Explore a local spice plantation and learn how spices are cultivated, harvested, and processed.
A short 10-minute drive from the restaurant will take you to the spice plantation.
INR500, 2 hours

4:30PM

Cultural Performance at Kadathanadan Kalari Centre

Experience the vibrant culture of Kerala with a traditional Kalaripayattu martial arts performance.
A quick 15-minute taxi ride from the spice plantation.
INR800, 1 hour

6:00PM

Dinner at The Coffee Garden

End your day with a relaxing dinner at The Coffee Garden, enjoying a mix of Indian and continental dishes amidst a serene ambiance.
Just a 5-minute walk from the Kalari Centre.
INR700, 1.5 hours
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