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Thekkady (Periyar)

Tiger Reserve, Spice Gardens & Lake Cruises

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3 daysIdeal stay₹700From / night₹300EntryOctober – JuneBest windowKottayamNearest rail · 115 km

The Periyar Tiger Reserve is one of India's finest wildlife sanctuaries. Boat rides on Periyar Lake offer chances to spot elephants, gaur, sambar, and birds along the shore. The surrounding spice and tea estates of Cardamom Hills are magical.

Pairs well with

Munnar· 3h awayAlleppey (Alappuzha)· 4h awayMadurai· 3h awayKodaikanal· 4h awayFort Kochi· 4h awayVarkala· 5h away

When to go

Month-by-month fit

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GreatOkayAvoid⟡ Jul: 76
Honest take for Jul: Monsoon rains bring lush vegetation; some parks close. Wildlife active near water sources. (high crowds.)

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Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors · Kottayam 115km · Madurai Airport 140km

Nearest transport

Kottayam115 km
Madurai Airport140 km

Stay options

budget₹700/night
mid₹2,200/night
luxury₹7,000/night

Best time to visit

October – June

How to get here

Kochi → Thekkady

bus · 4.5h

₹250

approx.

Alleppey → Thekkady

cab · 3h

₹2,200

approx.

Nearby attractions

Periyar Lake boat safariSpice plantation toursBamboo raftingElephant junctionCardamom Hills trekMangaladevi Temple

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