One Day Adventure in Thekkady - Spice Plantations and Wildlife Exploration

Day 1: Nature and Culture

Thekkady, India on June 6, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Thekkady Café

Start your day with a traditional South Indian breakfast featuring dosas and filter coffee at this cozy café open from 7:30am to 11:00am.
INR150, 1h0m

9:15am

Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary Boat Ride

Explore the serene Periyar Lake by boat to spot elephants, deer, and various birds in their natural habitat. The boat rides operate from 8:30am to 4:00pm.
INR1500, 2h0m

11:45am

Visit to Spice Plantations

Walk through fragrant spice gardens and learn about the cultivation of cardamom, pepper, and vanilla with expert guides. Open from 9:00am to 5:00pm.
INR250, 1h15m

1:15pm

Lunch at Thekkady Farmers Club

Enjoy a delicious Kerala-style lunch with fresh local spices and seafood. The restaurant is open from 12:00pm to 3:00pm.
INR500, 1h0m

2:30pm

Nature Walk in Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary

Take a guided nature walk along the sanctuary trails to spot wildlife and enjoy lush green scenery. Walks are typically available from 9:00am to 4:00pm.
INR600, 2h0m

4:45pm

Kathakali Dance Performance

Experience traditional Kerala performing arts with a colorful Kathakali show. Performances usually start at 5:00pm and last about 1 hour.
INR300, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Thekkady Café

Wrap up the day with a sumptuous Kerala Thali served in a relaxing ambiance. Open for dinner from 6:30pm to 10:00pm.
INR600, 1h0m