Thekkady is placed at an altitude of 700m above the sea level. Located in the Idukki district of Kerala, Thekkady is a perfect retreat for anyone who loves adventure, fun, wildlife and nature. Nestled between the ever-green and semi-evergreen forests of Western Ghats, Thekkady has so many things to offer for the tourists who visit this place. In the biggest wildlife sanctuary, you can sight Asian elephants, bison, sambar deer, boars, tigers, leopards, wild squirrels, lion tailed monkeys etc.
DAY 1 PICKUP FROM THEKKADY: Hotel / Bus Station and proceed to Thekkady Local Sightseeing places including:
PERIYAR NATIONAL PARK: The attractions at the national park are perfect places for enjoying boating at the magnificent lake, trekking through the dense forests, or simply sitting back to spot an animal or two. It is no uncertainty that this place is the ideal holiday destination, which offers adventure and nature beautifully rolled into one. The wide range of activities, decent and affordable accommodation, as well as easy accessibility, makes Periyar National Park a must-visit tourist spot in Kerala.
PERIYAR TIGER TRAIL: Tourists trek along the Tiger Trail and thick vegetation of the reserve along with guides and Forest Department officials is an experience worth remembering. Tourists can also spot elephants, sambhars, and tigers there.
BAMBOO RAFTING: Bamboo Rafting is a perfect activity for all the water sports enthusiasts. The facility is offered by the Forest Department at Thekkady where one can enjoy the activity in the catchment area of the national park.
PERIYAR LAKE: The greatest attractions of Periyar are the herds of wild elephants, deer and bison that come down to drink in the lake. The sanctuary can be accessed through a trekking, boating or jeep safari.Tucked in the heart of the jungle, Thekkady or Periyar Lake is famous for its wide varieties of wildlife. You can also take a boat ride in the reservoir that provides water to the forest.
GREEN PARK PLANTATION: Green Park Ayurvedic & Spices Plantation is an ecological park founded to grow medicinal herbs and spices and disseminate the knowledge of growing them with the help of advanced agricultural techniques. The park expands over an area of five acres and has a Spice Garden and an Organic Farm that one can explore along with the stunning landscape.
KADAYHANADAN KALARI CENTER: Kadathanadan Kalari Centre is a renowned centre of the traditional form of martial arts, Kalaripayyattu which was invented by Sage Parshuram. The programs arranged by the centre are specifically to showcase the ancient form of self-defence in a gallery specially designed for the safety of the fighters and the audience and to give insights into the discipline required for the art form.
Drop at Thekkady / Hotel / Bus Station. End of a One Day Thekkady Local Sightseeing Tour…
[One Day Tour Car Rental Tariffs]
| Sl.No. | Cab Type | Per Day Non Ac | Per Day A/c | Add Km | Add Hrs | Parking Extra |
| 1 | Indica | Rs 2,000/- | Rs 2,250/- | Rs 08/- | Rs 150/- | Yes |
| 2 | Toyota Etios | Rs 2,750/- | Rs 3,000/- | Rs 10/- | Rs 200/- | Yes |
| 3 | Tavera | Rs 3,600/- | Rs 3,900/- | Rs 12/- | Rs 250/- | Yes |
| 4 | Innova | Rs 4,500/- | Rs 4,800/- | Rs 14/- | Rs 300/- | Yes |
| 5 | Tempo Traveller 12 + 1 Seater | Rs 4,800/- | Rs 5,100/- | Rs 16/- | Rs 400/- | Yes |
| 6 | Mini Bus 20 + 1 seater | Rs 8,100/- | Rs 8,400/- | Rs 26/- | Rs 400/- | Yes |
Guests are requested to follow the itinerary provided in the One Day Thekkady Local Sightseeing tour package. This One day Thekkady tour package can not be customized, however if guests prefer to visit different set of places in Thekkady and around, they can create their own itinerary and request for a custom quote from cab providers.