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കാട് ഉത്സവം Tribal Rythm

  • Tribal Elder Storytelling
  • Tribal Cultural Programs
  • Tribal Colony Visit
  • Forest Trekking Through a Rare Ecosystem
  • Forest Stay and  Food

Kaadu Ulsavam is a structured, two-day immersive program designed to showcase the authentic culture and lifestyle of Kerala’s indigenous tribal communities within a protected forest environment. The initiative is conducted with the support and guidance of the Kerala Forest Development Corporation (KFDC), ensuring responsible tourism practices and ecological sustainability.

This program goes beyond a conventional camping experience. It offers participants a meaningful cultural engagement that includes a guided visit to a tribal settlement, interactive sessions with tribal elders, traditional storytelling, and live performances of indigenous music and dance around a campfire. These experiences are curated to promote cultural awareness, respect for traditional knowledge systems, and community empowerment.

In addition to the cultural components, Kaadu Ulsavam includes guided forest treks through rare ecosystems such as Myristica swamp forests, visits to Vaidoorya Kunnu and other natural landmarks, birdwatching opportunities, and eco-friendly forest accommodation.

The program is designed to integrate cultural preservation, environmental responsibility, and experiential learning — offering guests a safe, educational, and enriching forest-based experience while supporting local tribal communities.

Arrival & Tribal Forest Experience

  1. 1:00 PM – Welcome & Check-In
    Arrive at the campsite, feel the fresh forest air, and complete check-in.
  2. 1:15 PM – Cottage Allotment & Rest
    Settle into your eco-friendly cottage, unpack, and relax.
  3. 1:30 PM – Lunch
  4. 3:00 PM – Evening Trek (4 km Up & Down)
    A gentle forest trek to explore nature.
    • Tribal Colony Visit – Meet the local tribal community
    • Cultural Interaction – Listen to their stories and learn traditions
  5. 5:30 PM – Return to Camp
  6. 5:45 PM – Tea & Snacks
  7. 6:00 PM – Campfire & Tribal Cultural Program
    Traditional tribal music and dance around the campfire.
  8. 8:00 PM – Dinner
  9. 10:00 PM – Sleep
    Peaceful rest with forest sounds.

Morning Trek & Farewell

  1. 6:30 AM – Wake-Up 
    Wake up to cool breeze and birdsong.
  2. 7:30 AM – Breakfast
  3. 8:00 AM – Morning Trek (7 km Up & Down) 
    Vydoorya kunnu , Myristica swamp , muppathadi Palam
    A scenic forest trail for nature lovers.
  4. 12:30 PM – Return to Camp
  5. 1:00 PM – Freshen Up
  6. 1:30 PM – Lunch
  7. 2:00 PM – Check-Out
    Leave with beautiful memories and cultural experience.
  • Forest stay (Hut / Cottage)
  • Tribal Elder Storytelling
  • Tribal cultural program
  • Tribal Colony Visit
  • Forest Trekking Through a Rare Ecosystem
  • Bird watching
  • Myristica Swamp visit
  • Vaidoorya Kunnu visit
  • Stream bath
  • Meals included (2 Lunch, 1 Breakfast, 1 Dinner, Tea)
🚌 By Bus
  • From Kottayam → Bus to Trivandrum (through MC Road) Nilamel (Catch next bus to Kulathupuzha, get down at Arippa)
  • From Alappuzha → (through NH) Bus to Trivandrum to Thampanoor (Catch nent bus to Thenkasi/Aryankaru/Kulathupuzha) → Get down at Arippa (Instead of Trivandrum you can get at Kollam, from there you will get Kulathupuzha bus) ( You save 1 hr)
  • From Tamil Dadu (from Theskasi Side)→ Bus to Trivandrum goes through Kulathupuzha→ Arippa
🚆 By Train
  • Get down at Kollam and catch a bus to Kulathupuzha catch & bus to Arippa
  • Or get down at Trivandrum catch bus to Thenkasi / Aryankara / Kulathupuzhe Get down at Arippa

Ready for your adventure?

Select your preferred trekking date directly from the calendar below!

June 2025
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Selected Dates: None

Policies

  • 100% advance payment to register.
  • Once you done the payment please send us a screenshot along with your name & date of camping.

 

Cancellation Rules:

  • 0 to 2 days before Check in date - No Refund
  • 3 to 5 days before Check in date 50% Refund
  • 6 to 9 days before Check in date 75% Refund
  • 10 days before Check in date 90% Refund