Explore Thekkady: Nature and Culture in One Day

Day 1: Nature and Culture

Thekkady, India

7:30 AM

Breakfast at Thekkady Café

Begin your day with a delicious breakfast at Thekkady Café, known for its traditional Kerala dishes including dosa and idli.
Take a short 5-minute walk from your hotel to Thekkady Café.
INR300, 1 hour

9:00 AM

Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary Tour

After breakfast, embark on a guided nature walk in Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary to spot elephants and various wildlife in their natural habitat.
Travel 10 minutes by taxi to the sanctuary entrance.
INR1200, 3 hours

12:30 PM

Lunch at Bamboo Café

Recharge with a tasty lunch at Bamboo Café, offering fresh, local cuisine and set amidst lush greenery.
A 5-minute taxi ride will take you to the café.
INR600, 1 hour

1:30 PM

Spice Plantation Tour

Spend the afternoon on a guided spice plantation tour to learn about the cultivation of spices like cardamom, pepper, and vanilla.
A short 15-minute taxi ride will get you to the plantation.
INR1000, 2 hours

3:30 PM

Boat Ride on Periyar Lake

Enjoy a serene boat ride on Periyar Lake, where you may catch glimpses of wildlife along the banks.
Head back to the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary for the lake boarding area, just 10 minutes by taxi.
INR500, 1 hour

5:00 PM

Kalaripayattu Show

Experience the mesmerizing Kalaripayattu martial arts performance, a traditional art form from Kerala.
Short drive of 10 minutes to the Kalaripayattu performance venue.
INR800, 1 hour

7:00 PM

Dinner at Pepper Garden

End your day with a delightful dinner at Pepper Garden, where you can savor delectable Kerala cuisine with a modern twist.
Take a 5-minute taxi ride to Pepper Garden.
INR800, 1.5 hours
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