Thekkady
South India · Spice Hills & Wildlife
ThekkadyThekkady sits amid Kerala's spice-growing hills, home to Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary and its lake, where a boat safari offers a chance of spotting elephant, sambar deer and a wide range of birdlife against a forested hillside backdrop.
Beyond the sanctuary, guided walks through working cardamom, pepper and clove plantations give a good, hands-on sense of the spice trade that shaped this part of Kerala.
October to March for comfortable hiking and the best wildlife visibility.
A 3.5–4 hour drive from Kochi or Munnar, usually scheduled between the tea hills and the backwaters.
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Plan My Trip WhatsApp UsAs with any wild reserve, sightings can't be guaranteed, but the boat safari's lakeside setting gives a good general wildlife and scenery experience even on a quieter day.
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