Thekkady
Kerala · Spice Gardens & Periyar Wildlife
ThekkadyThekkady combines two things Kerala does particularly well: spice cultivation and accessible wildlife. Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary's boat safari drifts along a forest-fringed lake with a fair chance of elephant and varied birdlife sightings.
Guided walks through working cardamom, pepper and clove plantations round out the visit, giving genuine insight into the spice trade that shaped this part of Kerala for centuries.
October to March for comfortable walking and the best wildlife visibility.
A 3.5–4 hour drive from Kochi or Munnar, usually scheduled between the hills and the backwaters.
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Plan My Trip WhatsApp UsOne night is usually enough to cover the boat safari and a plantation walk without feeling rushed.
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