The pride of Kerela and a testimony to nature's splendour and human innovation, the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary is situated on the banks of the Periyar lake - an artificial lake, at Thekkady. Thekkady is located about 117 km from Kottayam and 20 km from Kothamangalam. It is close to the Tamil Nadu border. The nearest airport is at Madurai 140 km away and 4 hours away. Cochin the next nearest airport is 208 km and six hours away.
Periyar Lake, Periyar Wild Life Sanctury and a Bird Sanctury are the major tourist attractions. Boating in the lake is a pleasureful experience. KTDC is providing lodging facilities here. The Periyar Wild Life Sanctuary was declared a Tiger Reserve in 1978. The splendid artificial lake formed by the Mullaperiyar Dam across the Periyar River adds to the charm of the park. The greatest attraction of Periyar are the herds of wild elephants that come down to play in the lake. Thekkady has immense possibilities for Adventure Tourism.
Outside the park private tour operators arrange Jeep safaris though the forest. Also there are Elephant rides offered. Kathakali and Kalari shows for the tourists are also arranged.
Location: Part of the old Travancore State, the sanctuary and Periyar Lake are located close to the Tamil Nadu border. Kottayam is six hours away. However the nearest airport is at Madurai 140 km away and 4 hours away. Cochin the next nearest airport is 208 km and six hours away.
Climate:
Maximum temperature : 29 degrees Celsius.
Minimum temperature 18 degrees Celsius.
Annual rainfall 2,600 mm
Maximum temperature : 29 degrees Celsius.
Minimum temperature 18 degrees Celsius.
Annual rainfall 2,600 mm
Proper attire: Woolens in winter. Carry water with you for treks etc.
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Elephants has always been a facination for mankind. In india elephants has got prestigious position among the people. It is every one wish to ride on the back of an elephant atleast once in a lifetime. The unique thekkady elephant safari package is an excellent opportunity to mingle with the elephants and spend some time with the biggest animal on earth.
This is a wildlife sanctuary around an artificial lake at Thekkady high in the Western Ghats. The mountains around the lake covered with dense deciduous forests and grass savannas makes this a picture-perfect destination. Tourists can make boat trips in the lake and watch the wild animals. Elephant, Gaur, Tiger, Panther, Sambar, Barking deer, Wild boar, Sloth bear, Nilgiri langur, Lion-tailed Macaque, Otter, Malabar Giant Squirrel, Wild dog etc are the major mammals here.
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