Adventure and Recreational Wayanad Tourism: Top places to visit in Wayanad

Wayanad has become a much-beloved tourist destination with its rustic charm and natural beauty. Apart from the scenic drives and the green rolling hills, Wayanad’s lakes, waterfalls and mountain streams make for ideal picnic spots. Wayanad is, therefore, a must visit for any traveler with a soft spot for nature and her artistry.

Adventure seekers have plenty to choose from with trekking, camping, mountain biking, speed boating, zip lines and zorbing on offer. Wildlife enthusiasts and bird watchers can have a time of their lives with forest trails, tree houses, and wildlife safaris. Wayanad also has plenty of luxury resorts and hotels to accomplish your dreams in Wayanad.

The Wayanad Village Life Experience lets you explore Wayanad’s culture and traditions by giving you an inside scoop on Wayanad and its people. Their way of living, agrarian practices, their skills like archery, handicrafts, music, and artistry are just some of the things that you will get to experience.

ADVENTURE TOURISM IN WAYANAD

The natural scenic beauty of Wayanad and its rich natural resources offer several opportunities for adventure tourism. The hills rocks and valley which make the very unique character of Wayanad provide a lot for catering to the ever-increasing demand for adventure tourist.

Chembra Peak

Trekking to the Chembra peak is one of the risky tourist endeavors. Permission from the forest office in Meppadi is required for trekking up to Chembra Peak. The iconic heart-shaped lake is the main attraction of the Chembra peak. A view of the whole of Wayanad is visible from the peak and the 3-hour trek to the top make Chembra a must try in an adventurist’s list. Tourists can also stay one or two days at the top of the peak in temporary camps. District Tourism Promotion Council provides guides, sleeping bags, canvass huts trekking implements on hire charges to the tourists. The scenic beauty of Wayanad which is visible from the top of Chembra is very challenging and thrilling. 

Pakshipathalam

Pakshipathalam in Bramha Giri hills at Thirunelly is a challenging tourist spot. It is 7 km North-east of Thirunelly temple and is situated 1740m above mean sea level. To reach 'Pakshipathalam', 17 km have to be covered through wild forest. The deep rock caves formed among the thick blocks of rocks at the northern top end of the Brahmagiri is the abode of various birds and wild beasts.

Meenmutty Water Falls 

12 km from the east of Meppadi. Waterfalls to a depth of more than 500m. in 3 steps. Trekking equipment is available at Tourist Information Centre, Kalpetta.

RECREATIONAL WAYANAD TOURISM

The vast stretches of mist - capped mountains green meadows of valleys, white water springs, blue water lakes and wild forest fabricate the splendid natural beauty of Wayanad. Taking advantage of this natural endowment, recreational facilities in Wayanad can be widened very much.

Soochipara Waterfalls

Also known as Soochipara (needle rock) fall, the Sentinel Rock Waterfalls is located at Soochipara near Meppadi which is at a distance of 22 kilometers south of Kalpetta. This is a three-tiered waterfall, at a height of 200 meters. The rock waterfalls offer a breathtaking view of some of the best tea estates in Wayanad. It is an ideal place for white water rafting, swimming, bathing, rock climbing etc. the tree top huts at Soochipara gives you a unique view of the valleys of the Western Ghats.

Kanthanpara Waterfalls

Though smaller than the Soochipara waterfalls, the Kanthanpara waterfalls is a must visit the location in Wayanad. The Kanthanpara waterfall has a height of about 30 meters in two steps, giving it a feel of two waterfalls. If you wish to spend some quality time with your family or friends, these waterfalls form the ideal picnic spot. The lush surroundings of the waterfalls make it a great spot for camping, trekking, and swimming.

Kuruva Dweep

The 950 acre protected river delta of Kuruva Dweep, is located in the Kabini River at Wayanad, Kerala. This island is the only one in Kerala that is surrounded by a naturally purified water source. One can get a sight of many rare species of birds, orchids, and herbs, as the region has these in plentiful. The island is surrounded by streams and river which can be accessed by rafts or the fiber boats run by the Kerala Tourism Department. 

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