Relaxing 3-Day Nature and Adventure Getaway in Wayanad, Kerala

Day 1: Arrival and Nature Exploration

Wayanad, India on June 17, 2025

8:00AM

Breakfast at Green Gates Hotel Restaurant

Start your day with a traditional Kerala breakfast featuring appam and stew at this popular Wayanad hotel’s restaurant, open from 7AM to 10AM.
INR200, 1h0m

9:30AM

Visit Edakkal Caves

Explore the ancient petroglyphs in these mysterious caves, dating back over 6,000 years, open from 7AM to 5PM, offering a glimpse into prehistoric life.
INR20, 2h0m

12:00PM

Lunch at The Coffee Grove

Enjoy fresh South Indian and continental dishes at this serene coffee plantation restaurant open from 11AM to 4PM.
INR350, 1h0m

1:30PM

Pookode Lake Boating

Relax with pedal or row boating on the scenic freshwater lake surrounded by forested hills, open 8AM to 6PM.
INR100, 1h0m

3:00PM

Banasura Sagar Dam Visit

Visit India’s largest earthen dam and take in panoramic views; explore the surrounding parklands, open until sunset around 6PM.
Free, 1h0m

7:30PM

Dinner at Bamboo Village

Dine on authentic Kerala cuisine including seafood dishes in a charming tribal-style bamboo hut, open until 10PM.
INR500, 1h30m

Day 2: Adventure and Heritage

Wayanad, India on June 18, 2025

7:30AM

Breakfast at Indian Coffee House, Kalpetta

Enjoy a simple and classic breakfast of masala dosa and filter coffee at the iconic Indian Coffee House, open from 7AM.
INR100, 1h0m

8:30AM

Chembra Peak Trekking

Take a moderate morning trek to the heart-shaped lake atop Chembra Peak, offers stunning views of Wayanad. The trek starts early and is best finished by noon to avoid the heat.
INR100 (entry permit), 3h0m

12:00PM

Lunch at 1980’s A Nostalgic Restaurant

Relish traditional Kerala meals in a vintage-themed setting, a local favorite open 11:30AM to 3PM.
INR400, 1h0m

2:00PM

Visit Sulthan Bathery Jain Temple

Explore this historical 13th-century Jain temple renowned for its ancient architecture and peaceful surroundings, open till evening.
Free, 1h0m

4:00PM

Relax at Wayanad Heritage Museum

Discover Wayanad's tribal culture and natural history through extensive exhibits, open 10AM to 5PM.
INR10, 1h0m

7:30PM

Dinner at Malabar Special Biryani

Indulge in authentic Malabar biryani, a fragrant, spicy local speciality, at a well-reviewed local eatery open until late.
INR400, 1h0m

Day 3: Local Markets and Departure

Wayanad to Calicut, India on June 19, 2025

7:30AM

Breakfast at Hotel’s In-house Dining

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at your hotel featuring Kerala-style dishes with coffee before checkout, typically served from 7AM to 10AM.
INR250, 1h0m

9:00AM

Visit Wayanad Market, Kalpetta

Shop for spices, teas, local handicrafts, and souvenirs at the bustling local market in the town center, open from morning through afternoon.
Variable, 1h30m

11:00AM

Drive back to Calicut

Begin your journey back to Calicut, approximately a 3-hour drive, planning to reach by early afternoon for onward travel.
Variable based on transport, 3h0m