Thekkady Periyar tiger reserve |

Experience one of India’s most iconic wildlife sanctuaries, home to elephants, tigers, lush evergreen forests, and the beautiful Periyar Lake.

Into the Heart of Periyar Tiger reserve

2:00 PM – Arrival at Kumily & Welcome
2:30 PM – Room Check-in & Freshen Up ( Thekkady )
3:00 PM – Periyar Lake Boating ( Thekkady )
Spot elephants, deer, bison, and a variety of birds.
5:00 PM - Tea & Snacks
6:30 PM – Tribal Cultural Experience
Enjoy the traditions and performances of Periyar’s indigenous communities.
8:30 PM – Dinner & Overnight Stay at Room
Relax to the soothing sounds of the forest and prepare for tomorrow’s adventure.

Adventure Begins

6:00 AM – Wake Up to the Sounds of the Wild
Enjoy the fresh forest air and peaceful morning in Periyar.
6:30 AM – Breakfast
Bamboo Rafting & Guided Forest Trek
👉 Batch 1 : 7:00 AM ( 10 Pax )
👉 Batch 2 : 9:00 AM ( 10 pax )
🔹Trekking through Periyar tiger reserve (Approx. 10 km - 4 hrs)
🔹Bamboo rafting inside Periyar tiger reserve (Approx. 1 hour)
🔹Led by trained forest guides
🔹Chance to spot elephants, tigers, gaur, sambar deer, birds & more ( wildlife sightings are never guaranteed )
🔹 Lunch will be provided during the trek.
🔺 Check-out & Departure
👉 Batch 1 : 1:00 PM
👉 ⁠Batch 2 : 3:00 PM

KSRTC and private buses operate frequently from major hubs to Vandiperiyar or kumali
You can check schedules and book tickets easily using these apps:
- redBus
- Ente KSRTC – Official KSRTC app for state-run bus tickets

Nearest Major Station: Kottayam (~90 km from Vandiperiyar).
From here, onward travel is easily done via public buses or private taxis (~2–3 hr drive).

Nearest Airport: Cochin International Airport (COK), ~150 km away.
From the airport, reach Vandiperiyar or Kumali via:
- Public transport: KSRTC or private bus services
- Private taxi: Direct ride (~5–6 hr)