Thekkady
Overview
For any yearning traveler, Thekkady would bring up myriad imaginings of Elephants, hillocks and breathtaking landscapes. The Periyar forests in Thekkady are one of the most important and finest wildlife havens in India. Thekkady is a rare place that offers almost everything that a traveler would want to make his holidays in Kerala enthralling. Being with the right tour operators is also significant.
Thekkady offers a very peaceful and calm atmosphere. The chilling climate of Thekkady will refresh your mind,body and soul. The forest areas around Thekkady is strictly uninhabited by the Forest Department to preserve the Mother Nature. The nearest town to Thekkady is Kumily, which is 4 kilometer away. Even a calm walk to this town is an enjoyable experience.
NEAREST PLACES TO VISIT :
Sanctuary | Chellarkovil | Vandanmedu | Pullumedu | Ramakalmedu | Kurisumala | Gavi | Peerumedu | Parunthumpara | Mangaladevi Temple.
THINGS TO DO IN THEKKADY :
Boating | Nature Walk- The guided day trek | Green Walk | Jungle Scout | Border Hiking | Bamboo Rafting | Jungle Camp | Bamboo Groves | Bamboo Grooves | Elephant Rides
IMPORTANT CONTACT INFORMATION :
Police Station : Phone : +91- 4869 222 049 (Kumily)
Road : 146 KM from Ernakulam, 96 KM from Kottayam
Airport : Cochin International Airport. Ph : +91 484 2610115
Tourist Information : District Tourism Promotion Council, Munnar. Ph : +91 - 4865 231 516.
CLIMATE :
In Summer, the minimum is 20*C & Maximum is 36*C
In Winter, the minimum is 16 *C & Maximum is 32*C
DISTANCE MAJOR CITIES :
• Munnar – 96 KM
• Cochin – 220 KM
• Alleppey – 146 KM
• Kumarakom – 180 KM.
Highlights
Hotels
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The Elephant Court
The Elephant Court - Thekkady …
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Spice Grove Thekkady
"Spice Grove Thekkady" welcomes you to KERALA’S best premium-luxury 4 star hotel , nestled near to Periyar…
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Green Woods - Resort
Greenwoods is located in Kumily, atop a small hillock, hidden from the hustle and bustle of town. Its 26 rooms are…
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Spice Village
Spice Village, a CGH Earth Experience hotel, is based in the hilly tea growing region of Thekkady. It offers the…
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Holiday Vista Thekkady
Standing amidst the serene greenery that thekkady holds close to its heart, holiday vista is located ideally providing…
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Poetree Sarovar Portico
From the shaded seclusion of this property, designed with minimalist and aesthetic principles, guests can relax in…