Green hills and forest around Thekkady

Tourist Spots

Here are the main tourist destinations in Thekkady

Visitors riding an elephant through the forest in Thekkady

Elephant Ride

Elephant ride in Thekkady is one of the most popular activity for tourists. It’s unique feel of the forest and its rare flora and fauna from the back of the largest land mammal on the planet.

Tourist boat cruising on Periyar Lake at Thekkady

Boating

A boat cruise on the Lake in thekkady is the best way to watch the wildlife in the reserve. Thekkady boat safari through periyar lake conducted by Periyar Tiger Conservation.

Open jeep on a forest track during a Thekkady jeep safari

Jeep Ride

Most popular off-the-track activity, the Jeep Safari to Gavi covers the dense forests, waterfalls, spice plantations, and green vegetation. jeep safari is a perfect substitute to hiking tours.

Guided night patrol walk through the Periyar jungle

Jungle Scout

Jungle Scout gives you a variety feel of wildlife. One really feels like a cop protecting the precious forest wealth. Of course, these best suits younger visitors fit and disciplined enough to walk in the silence of the night.

Trekkers on a green nature walk trail in Thekkady

Nature And Green Walk

Nature Walking through the diverse habitats is next on our list of things to do in Thekkady over 4 km – 5 km, It is an interpretive sandal protection trekking programme offering excellent opportunity of watching birds, butterflies and other wildlife.

Misty grassland viewpoint on the Thekkady Cloud Walk

Cloud Walk

Cloud Walk is approximately 3-4 hours. From the vantage point, you can have a look at grasslands, evergreen, deciduous and riverine forests and the expanses of irrigated arid land across the border where we feel nectar from Periyar.

Trekking group on the Periyar Tiger Trail expedition

Periyar Tiger Trail

Jungle Scout gives you a variety feel of wildlife. One really feels like a cop protecting the precious forest wealth. Of course, these best suits younger visitors fit and disciplined enough to walk in the silence of the night.

Hikers on the border hiking trail above the Periyar Tiger Reserve

Border Hiking

This is a conservation-oriented hard trek taking up a full day, you can enjoy the rich flora and fauna of the Periyar Tiger Reserve. The trek route covers altitudinal ranges of 900 meters to 1300 meters and the view of the plains below is simply mesmerizing.

Bamboo raft carrying visitors across Periyar Lake

Bamboo Rafting

One of the most thrilling activities you can enjoy in Thekkady is bamboo rafting. This dawn to dusk activity consists of range hiking and rafting jaunts, traversing through the thickest tract of forests in the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary.

Kathakali performer in traditional costume and face paint

Kathakali

Kathakali, literally meaning ‘story-play’, is a dance-drama originated in the 17th century in Kerala, one of the smallest states in India lying on the west coast of the Indian peninsula.

Traditional magic show performance in Thekkady

Magic

Kathakali, literally meaning ‘story-play’, is a dance-drama originated in the 17th century in Kerala, one of the smallest states in India lying on the west coast of the Indian peninsula.

Kalarippayattu martial artists demonstrating with weapons

Kalarippayattu

The oldest of martial arts is a gift to the modern world and known as the mother of all martial arts. Kalarippayattu originated in ancient south India.

Wide valley view from the Chellarkovil viewpoint

Chellarkovil Viewpoint

Chellarkovil is famous for its waterfalls and picturesque beauty. The destination is placed around 1200 m above the sea level. When you reach Chellarkovil, you will feel like this is the place that you were longing to visit for a long time. Here you can see the wide top view of Tamil Nadu.

Ancient stone ruins of the Mangala Devi temple in the forest

Mangala Devi Temple

Mangaladevi Temple Deep inside the forest of Periyar Tiger Reserve, you will find a 1000 years old ancient temple of Mangaladevi. Hearing about the arrival of the two saints the king came to meet them. Introducing himself as the king of Tulunadu he paid them his respects and offered all help and patronage.

Green valley and streams at Pandikuzhi near Thekkady

Pandikuzhi

It’s the starting point of the Chellarkovil waterfall that falls into the plains of Tamil Nadu. Pandikuzhi is known for its emerald greenery, gushing brooks, and a huge variety of flora and fauna. The place is a paradise for Nature photographers and trekkers.

Rolling green meadows and tea plantations at Vagamon

Vagamon

is a hill station located in Idukki border. A perfect tourist place situated 1200 meters above the sea level. Spot surrounded by green meadows, the greenery of tea gardens, murmuring Pine forest, small waterfalls. Vagamon is noted for its rolling hills, grass lands and sprawling tea plantations.

Windswept evergreen hills at Ramakkalmedu in Idukki

Ramakkalmedu

Ramakkalmedu is one of the charming hill stations in Idukki district. It is fully bounded with evergreen hills, fresh and clean air which makes you to feel pleasant. Constant wind is another factor which makes Ramakkalmedu unique.

Sprawling grasslands and rock formations at Parunthumpara

Parunthumpara

Parunthumpara is a hill station in Idukki. Parunthumpara means eagle rock. A large area around like an eagle. This hill station stands out for its sprawling grasslands, where the families can enjoy a few quiet moments.

Reach Us

Periyar Tours and Travels

Thekkady By Pass Rd,
Kumily, Kerala 685509
Call 094472 17778