5-Day Family Car Trip from Bangalore to Wayanad with Water Sports and Nature Adventures

Day 1: Travel and Relax

Bangalore to Wayanad, India on June 25, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Airlines Hotel, Bangalore

Start your journey with a traditional South Indian meal featuring crisp dosas and strong filter coffee at this iconic Bangalore restaurant, open from 7am.
INR300, 1h0m

9:00am

Drive to Wayanad via Mysore

Travel by car along NH275 for approximately 6 hours, passing through Mysore for a quick break and sightseeing if desired.
Fuel and toll approx INR2000, 6h0m

3:00pm

Check-in at hotel in Wayanad

Relax and refresh at your family-friendly hotel surrounded by nature, perfect for a peaceful evening.
Depends on hotel, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at The Coffee Grove, Wayanad

Enjoy a cozy dinner with Kerala cuisine specialties like Malabar fish curry and appam, open from 6pm to 10pm.
INR500, 1h30m
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Day 2: Wayanad Water Sports

Wayanad, Kerala on June 26, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at hotel

Enjoy a hearty buffet breakfast featuring tropical fruits and traditional Kerala dishes to start the day energized.
Included in stay, 1h0m

9:00am

Pookode Lake Water Sports

Experience boating, kayaking, and paddle boating at the scenic Pookode Lake, open from 8am to 5pm. A fun water activity spot for families.
INR150 per person for boating, 2h0m

11:30am

Visit Wayanad Heritage Museum

Explore local history showcased in artifacts from the region’s tribal culture, open from 10am to 5pm.
INR20, 1h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at 1980's A Nostalgic Restaurant

Relish authentic Malabar cuisine in a vintage Kerala setting, with quick service and great views of surrounding greenery.
INR400, 1h0m

2:30pm

Banasura Sagar Dam Water Activities

Enjoy speed boating and pedal boating on the largest earth dam in India, open from 9am to 5pm. Spacious and scenic for family fun.
INR200 per person, 2h0m

6:00pm

Return to hotel, rest

Unwind at your hotel after a day filled with water adventures and sightseeing in nature.
Included, 2h0m

8:00pm

Dinner at Malabar Junction

Try flavorful Kerala specialties like Kerala parotta and spicy beef fry in a family-friendly ambiance.
INR450, 1h30m
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Day 3: Nature and Caves

Wayanad, Kerala on June 27, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at hotel

Start your day with a nutritious breakfast featuring dosas, idlis, and fresh fruit juice.
Included in stay, 1h0m

9:00am

Visit Edakkal Caves

Explore the prehistoric cave paintings in Edakkal, a fascinating site open from 9am to 4:30pm, involving a short hike suitable for families.
INR100, 3h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Jubilee Restaurant

Enjoy fresh Kerala and South Indian dishes with warm hospitality, a local favorite open till 9pm.
INR400, 1h0m

2:00pm

Soochipara Falls

Visit this beautiful three-tiered waterfall, perfect for family photos and short trekking, open anytime but best in afternoon after lunch.
Entry INR50 per person, 2h0m

5:00pm

Return to hotel, leisure

Relax at the hotel or enjoy family time with on-site activities and nature walks.
Included, 2h0m

7:30pm

Dinner at Pepper Garden Restaurant

Dine on exquisite Kerala multi-cuisine specialties in a serene and comfortable setting.
INR500, 1h30m
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Day 4: Adventure and Relaxation

Wayanad & Surroundings, Kerala on June 28, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at hotel

Enjoy a filling breakfast to gear up for an adventurous day ahead.
Included in stay, 1h0m

9:00am

Adventure Water Sports at Kuruva Island

Take part in river rafting, kayaking, and coracle rides around the scenic Kuruva Island river ecosystem, open from 9am to 4pm.
INR300 per person, 3h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Café Coffee Day, Sultan Bathery

Grab quick sandwiches and coffee with family-friendly environment, open from 10am to 10pm.
INR300, 1h0m

2:00pm

Visit Pulpally town markets

Explore local spice markets and artisan crafts, perfect for souvenir shopping and interacting with locals.
Free to explore, 2h0m

5:00pm

Relax at hotel

Rest and pack up for the return journey the next day with family leisure time.
Included, 2h0m

7:30pm

Dinner at Hotel restaurant

Enjoy a relaxed final dinner in Wayanad featuring local delicacies and continental options.
INR500, 1h30m
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Day 5: Return to Bangalore

Wayanad to Bangalore, India on June 29, 2025

7:00am

Early breakfast at hotel

Have a quick breakfast to start your return drive comfortably.
Included in stay, 1h0m

8:00am

Drive back to Bangalore via Mysore

Make the approximately 6-hour return drive, optionally stopping at Mysore for refreshments or sightseeing of the palace if time allows.
Fuel and toll approx INR2000, 6h0m

2:00pm

Lunch break at RRR Mysore

Enjoy delicious Mysore-style biryani and South Indian dishes at this popular, family-friendly restaurant.
INR450, 1h0m

8:00pm

Arrive in Bangalore, trip end

Reach home safely after a memorable family trip filled with adventure, nature, and cultural experiences.
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