This park is in the hilly areas of the Cardamom Hills in Kerala. Perched among the hills, this park is a nature lover’s paradise. With is lush green slopes and landscapes, it is a visual treat.
Things to do: The wildlife trail is highly recommended; take a boat ride on the periyar lake, Check out the wildlife sanctuary
Species to see: Elephants, Tigers, Leopards, Deers, snakes and reptiles
Opening/Closing times: The Park is open all days of the week from 6 am to 6 pm.
Where to stay: Springdale heritage, Aranya Nivas KTDC, Spice village, the elephant Thekkady
How to get there: Periyar National Park is a three hours’ drive from Kochi. Kochi is a well-connected city and has an airport as well
Adventure Tip: For an unbeatable wildlife experience in one of the most verdant states of India, go bamboo rafting along the river to spectate the richness of flora & fauna.
