Periyar

Periyar National Park

A captivating blend of nature, adventure, and wildlife, Periyar National Park is the realm of wild Indian elephants who dominate the dense jungles of Thekkady. The park gets its name from River Periyar that runs through the forest to form the gorgeous Periyar Lake. Much favored by wildlife enthusiasts, nature lovers, adventurers, and trekkers- Periyar is a joy of nature! Welcome to Periyar National Park and explore its dense forests, aromatic spice plantations, and indulge in a bit of adventure.

Alluring Attractions of Periyar National Park

Lay of the Land

Lay of the Land

Like most of the national parks in India, Periyar was once the hunting grounds of the royals and was declared a national park in 1982. Spread in an area of over 950sqkm, Periyar lies in a mountainous zone with wooded hills, undulating topography, and cardamom plantations. The park is home to Periyar and Pamba Rivers that form the major source of water supply here.

Inhabitants of Periyar

Inhabitants of Periyar

Though Periyar is home to the Indian elephants, it is also a designated tiger reserve under Project Tiger and is thus a refuge for the Royal Bengal tigers. Herds of elephants trod the jungle, and many tigers lurk in the dense bushes of Periyar. You may also sight the elusive Nilgiri Tahr, wild pigs, leopards, barking deer, lion-tailed macaque, sloth bear, and many more animals. Its beautiful lake and tall trees are home to a range of birds, including spectacular hornbills, Nilgiri wood pigeons, Oriental darters, Eurasian woodcock, and Sri Lankan frogmouth that fill the jungles with their whistles & calls.

Wildlife Safari in Periyar

Wildlife Safari in Periyar

Periyar offers you varied options for a perfect jungle safari. Go for a Jeep ride in the wilderness or a Maharaja-style Elephant Safari or cruise the waters of Periyar Lake in a Boat Safari. Spot a few animals, bask in the sunshine filtering through the leaves, and soak in the sights & sounds of the jungle.

Spice Plantation Tours

Spice Plantation Tours

On the outskirts of the park, lies Kumily, wrapped in lush green spice plantations, and seeped in a lingering aroma of the spices. Go for a guided Jeep Tour of the Cardamom Hills, walk through the narrow trails in pepper plantations, and get into a stress-free zone with aromatic oil massages offered at the many resorts here. This spice heartland of the country grows clove, ginger, cinnamon, pepper, cardamom, vanilla, nutmeg, and more! Watch the fascinating processing of these spices to make them ready for sale & export, and be sure to buy some aromatic samples.

Eco Tourism in Periyar

Eco Tourism in Periyar

This beautiful national park has much more to offer than a regular wildlife safari. Guided nature walks, cloud walks (treks), bamboo rafting on Periyar Lake, and night scouting with experienced jungle scouts, are some of the eco-tourism activities started lately to add to the eco-tourism experience at Periyar.

Best Time to Visit

Best Time to Visit

Periyar National Park and Tiger Reserve is open to tourist round-the-year. However, the best time to visit here would be in winter from November to February.

How to Reach

How to Reach

By Air - Cochin International Airport, Kerala (160kms) and Madurai Airport, Tamil Nadu (150kms) are the two closest airports to Periyar National Park.

By Rail - Kottayam, around 100kms away, is the closest railhead linking you to Periyar.

By Road - A well-maintained set of roads & highways, from both Kerala and Tamil Nadu, connect Periyar National Park with the nearby cities.

Well, this was just a peek into the jungles of Periyar, where wilderness not only brings peace but also a sense of adventure. Please fill the form, and we shall be happy to send you free quotes for a personalized experience in the gorgeous elephant country of Kerala.

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