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Wayanad

Mist, Waterfalls & Tribal Heritage

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4 daysIdeal stay₹700From / night₹50EntryOctober – MayBest windowKozhikode (Calicut)Nearest rail · 75 km

Kerala's green highland plateau at 700–2,100m, covered in coffee, tea, and pepper plantations. Edakkal Caves (Neolithic carvings), Chembra Peak (heart-shaped lake), Banasura Sagar Dam, and the vibrant Adivasi (tribal) culture make Wayanad deeply immersive.

Pairs well with

Kabini· 3h awayOoty (Udhagamandalam)· 3h awayCoorg (Kodagu)· 3h awayMysuru· 3h awayBekal· 5h awayCoimbatore· 6h away

When to go

Month-by-month fit

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GreatOkayAvoid⟡ Jul: 90
Honest take for Jul: Monsoon season — heavy rainfall expected. Good for nature lovers, but outdoor travel can be challenging. (high crowds.)

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Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors · Kozhikode (Calicut) 75km · Calicut International Airport 100km

Nearest transport

Kozhikode (Calicut)75 km
Calicut International Airport100 km

Stay options

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

Best time to visit

October – May

How to get here

Kozhikode → Kalpetta (Wayanad)

bus · 2.5h

₹150

approx.

Kozhikode → Kalpetta

cab · 2h

₹1,500

approx.

Nearby attractions

Edakkal CavesChembra PeakBanasura Sagar DamMuthanga Wildlife SanctuarySoochipara FallsThirunelli Temple

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