POOKOT LAKE
Day 01 - Arrival at Calicut - Wayanad
You are greeted on arrival at the Calicut Airport/Railway station by The Travel Planners representative and transferred to the hotel. Check-in at your Hotel. Have lunch at your leisure. Post lunch leaves for Pookot lake. Pookot lake is a natural freshwater lake surrounded by evergreen rainforests. Boating facilities are also available here. Visit View Point and chain tree. Return in the evening, have dinner, and retire for the night. Overnight at Abad Brookside - Garden side cottage.
Also known as Kozhikode, Calicut was the erstwhile capital of the Malabar region and a major center for the spice trade. Its claim to fame is from the landing of Vasco Da Gama 15kms to the north in Kappad in 1498. It’s also the perfect place to enter Wayanad. Located in the northeast region of Kerala, Wayanad is a predominantly hilly terrain surrounded by Karnataka on the north and Tamil Nadu to the southeast. It completely lies in the green Western Ghats.
One of the best Wayanad tourist places is Pookode Lake. It’s a natural freshwater lake surrounded by a lot of greenery and has options for boating and cycling.
MUTHANGA WILDLIFE SANTUARY
Day 02 - Wayanad
Have an early breakfast and leave for Kuruwa Dweep. Kuruwa Island is 955 acres of green forest along the banks of the tributaries of the east-flowing Kabini river. This island is uninhabited and a paradise with myriad birds. Proceed to Muthanga wildlife sanctuary. You can find here spotted deer, elephants, bison, leopards, tigers… etc. It is 25 kms. drive inside the sanctuary explore wildlife and return to the hotel in the evening. Overnight atAbad Brookside - Garden side cottage.
Wayanad is a delight for those who love greenery. Be it the rolling hills or the tropical forests, Wayanad is surely going to be a treat for the eyes. Some of the tourist places near Wayanad are Vythiri, Kalpetta, Sultan Bathery, and Meppadi.
Of the many Wayanad places to explore, you can check out the Kuruva Islands. Located on the Kabini river, it’s a melting pot for rich flora and fauna. You will find different kinds of birds such as hornbills and parrots, insects such as butterflies, and plants such as orchids.
Another beautiful place to observe if you’re a wildlife enthusiast is the Muthanga Wildlife Sanctuary. It’s an integral part of the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve and abounds in wildlife such as elephants which you’ll see roaming around freely, tigers sometimes, deer and monkeys.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many days are sufficient for the Kerala tour?
If you want to have a delightful trip and get the most out of your Kerala vacation, then the ideal duration is eight days and seven nights. However, if you can’t take eight days off, then five days and four nights will also accommodate a satisfactory Kerala tour. If you’re booking Kerala luxury tour packages, then ensure you are clear about the number of days you want to spend on your holiday tour.
How can I plan for five days in Kerala?
If you want to see all the best places in Kerala, with the help of Kerala Tour Packages, for four nights and five days then the places you have to visit are:
- Munnar – stay for two nights
- Thekaddy- stay for one night
- Alleppey- stay for one night
- Via Cochin
Your trip can start by arriving at Cochin and departing for Munnar, staying at each location mentioned above for 1-2 days, and ending the trip with sightseeing at Cochin and departing from the same.
How can I visit Kerala in 3 days?
If you go for star tours holidays and plan to visit Kerala for three days, then here are the places you can visit:
- Alleppey
- Munnar
- Wayanad
- Kochi
Ensure that you get a clear itinerary from your travel provider on the details of the places and that you get the most out of your three-day trip.
How many days are enough for Kerala?
There are loads of places that you can visit when in Kerala, but with a good plan and the help of your couple packages provider, you can spend a week there. If you have 3 to 4 days to spare, then you can go to popular destinations like Kochi, Munnar, and Thekkady.
Is it okay to visit Kerala in the monsoon?
The monsoon season peaks during the months of June, July, and August. There has been a surge in tourism during the monsoons, so you can visit Kerala during this time if your goal is to spend the holiday relaxing indoors and maybe receive a good Ayurveda treatment.
What is a good place in Kerala for leisure and Ayurveda?
If you want to get away from busy city life and have a relaxing vacation, then Kovalam is the perfect place for leisure and Ayurveda. Book a couple of tour packages in India to enjoy the relaxing ambiance that comes with various Ayurveda therapies.
Which places should I visit in Kerala?
There are plenty of locations to visit in Kerala, some of the best spots are:
- Alleppey
- Munnar
- Cochin
- Kovalam
- Thekkady
- Wayanad
- Varkala
You can go for budget hotel packages in India, which will provide you with a good deal and help you make the most of your vacation.
