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Thekkady (Periyar Tiger Reserve), Idukki

Altitude: 900-1800 m above sea level
Rainfall: 2500 mm

The very sound of the word Thekkady conjures up images of elephants, unending chains of hills and spice scented plantations. The Periyar forests of Thekkady is one of the finest wildlife reserves in India. Spread across the entire district are picturesque plantations and hill towns that hold great opportunities for treks and mountain walks.

Road

There are frequent buses from Kumily (4 km away) to various tourist centres.

Distances of a few major towns from Thekkady

Kumily: 4 km (15 mts) Sabarimala via
Pullumedu: 50 km (2 hrs)
Idukki: 65 km (2 1/2 hrs)
Munnar: 106 km (4 hrs)
Kumarakom: 128 km (4 hrs) Sabarimala via
Erumeli: 134 km (4 hrs)
Kodaikanal: 149 km (5 hrs)
Alappuzha: 164 km (5 hrs)
Kollam: 220 km (6 hrs)
Ooty: 390 km (11 hrs)

Bus timings from Kumily:

Thekkady: 0930, 1045, 1130, 1200, 1230, 1330, 1530 hrs
Kumarakom: 0700 hrs
Munnar: 0600, 0945, 1330 hrs
Ernakulam (Kochi) : 0700, 1330, 1515, 1630,1715, 1930 hrs
Thiruvananthapuram (from Kumily): 0840, 1530, 1615 hrs; (from Thekkady): 0820, 1515 hrs
Kottayam: Frequent buses
Alappuzha:1115 hrs
Cherthala: 1415 hrs
Idukki:Frequent buses
Chennai: 1630, 1900 hrs
Pondicherry: 1630 hrs
Madurai: 0115, 0515, 0525, 0645, 0716, 0720, 0730, 0755, 0835, 0940, 1030, 1045, 1120, 1155, 1300, 1315, 1320, 1420, 1515, 1540, 1550, 1650, 1705, 1800, 1840, 1905, 2045 hrs
Dindigal: Frequent buses
Kodaikanal: There is no direct bus from Kumily to Kodaikanal. The Dindigal bus takes you to Pathalakundu from where there are frequent buses to Kodaikanal (149 km)
Trichy: 0855, 1045, 1925 hrs Palani: 0930, 1135, 1830, 1850 hrs.

Flora

Over 1965 flowering plants including 171 grass species 143 species of orchids. The only south Indian conifer Podocarpus wallichianus grows in the forests of Periyar Tiger Reserve.

Fauna

Mammals: Thirty five species which include the Asian elephant, Tiger, Indian bison, sambar deer, Indian wild dog, Leopard, Barking deer, Smooth-coated otter which can be sighted during a boat cruise in the Periyar Lake. The Nilgiri tahr is confined to the higher rocky areas whereas the endangered lion tailed macaque can be found in the interior evergreen forests. Both the bonnet macaques and Nilgiri langur can be seen foraging from the trees near the boat landing. Malabar giant squirrel is omnipresent.

Birds: 265 species including migrants. The Malabar grey hornbill, The Indian pied hornbill, Whitebellied Treepie, many species of drongos, woodpeckers, flycatchers, babblers, the spectacular Malabar trogon, etc can be seen near the boat landing.

Reptiles: Cobra, viper, krait, a number of non-poisonous snakes, and the Indian monitor lizard.

Amphibians: Frogs like the colorful Malabar gliding frog, fungoid frog, bicolored frog, many species of toads, and limbless caecilians.

Pisces (fish): The Periyar lake and streams have several species of fish including the masheer, the famous and endangered game fish of India. The Smooth-coated otter can be frequently spotted from the boat.

Plantations: Tea, cardamom, pepper and coffee plantations abound in the areas adjoining the Tiger Reserve.

Watch Towers: There are a few watch towers inside Periyar Tiger Reserve which are excellent for viewing wildlife. Reservations can be made at the Forest Information Centre, Thekkady. Ph: 322028.

Permitting authority: The Wildlife Preservation Officer, Periyar Tiger Reserve, Thekkady.




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  Michaels Inn  
Kumily Post
Thekkady
reservation@michaelsinnthekkady.com
www.michaelsinnthekkady.com
+91 4869 222355, 222356,
Tariff Rs.1700 - 2800
 

  Highrange Residency  
Thekkady Junction
Kumily
mail@highrangeresidency.com
www.highrangeresidency.com
+91 4869 223343, 223743, +91 4869 223743
Tariff Rs.975 - 1950
 

  Lake Palace (KTDC)  
Thekkady
lakepalacethekkady@ktdc.com
www.lakepalacethekkady.com, www.ktdc.com
+91 4869 223887, 223888, +91 4869 222024
Tariff Rs.10000 - 25000
 

  Greenwoods  
K.K. Road
Kumily
Thekkady
reservations@greenwoods.in
www.greenwoods.in
+91 4869 222752, 224382, 222753, + 91 4869 223907
Tariff Rs.14000 - 21000
 

  The Wildernest  
Thekkady Road
contact@wildernest-kerala.com
www.wildernest-kerala.com
+91 4869 224030, 211471,
Tariff Rs.3500
 

  Hotel Ambadi  
Ambadi Junction
Thekkady
ambadithekady@gmail.com
www.hotelambadi.com
+91 4869 222011, 222193 - 195, +91 4869 222192
Tariff Rs.1600 - 2526
 

  Periyar House (KTDC )  
Thekkady
periyarhousethekkady@ktdc.com
www.periyarhousethekkady.com, www.ktdc.com
+91 4869 222026, 222447, 222546, 321904, +91 4869 222526
Tariff Rs.1170 - 4615
 

  Windhaven Resort  
Ramakkalmedu
windhavenresort@gmail.com
www.windhavenresort.com
+91 4868 221319,
Tariff Rs.2950 - 3950
 

  Spice Village  
Thekkady-Kumily Road
Thekkady
spicevillage@cghearth.com
www.cghearth.com
+91 4869 222314, +91 4869 222317
Tariff Rs.10535 - 21395
 

  Aranya Nivas (KTDC)  
Thekkady
aranyanivasthekkady@ktdc.com
www.aranyanivasthekkady.com, www.ktdc.com
+91 4869 222023, 321930, 222779, +91 4869 222282
Tariff Rs. 2600 - 8200
 

  Club Mahindra Tusker Trails  
Amalambika Road
Thekkady
Resv.thekkady@mahindraholidays.com
www.clubmahindra.com
+91 4869 222401, 222273, +91 4869 222106
Tariff Rs. 4750 -12000
 

  Hotel Treetop  
Thekkady
enquiries@hoteltreetop.com
www.hoteltreetop.com
+91 4869 223286 , 223287, +91 4869 223894
Tariff Rs. 3000 - 8000
 

  The Hut  
Lake Road
Thekkady
Kumily
reservations@thehutresort.com
www.thehutresorts.com
+91 4869 222392,
Tariff Rs. 500 - 1500
 

  Sterling Holidays Woods n Spice, Thekkady  
Near Amalambika School
Mangaladevi Road
Thekkady, Kumily P.O.
sterlingthekkady@sterlingresort.co.in
www.sterlingholidays.com
+91 4869 223363 / 73, +91 4869 224512
Tariff Rs. 5500 - 9000
 

  Hotel Kumily Gate  
Kumily
Thekkady
kumilygate1@gmail.com

+91 4869 222500, 222279,
Tariff Rs. 1500 - 2800
 

  Abad Green Forest  
OPP. R C Church
Thekkady Jn.
Kumaly
greenforest@abadhotels.com
abadhotels.com
+91 4869 224750 / 54, +91 4869 224755
Tariff Rs. 5500 - 9000
 

  Chrissie's Hotel and Cafe  
By-Pass Road
Thekkady
info@chrissies.in
chrissies.in
+91 4869 224155 ,
Tariff Rs. 1200 - 4120
 

  Rangerwood Nature Castle  
Near Entrance Gate Lake Road
Thekkady
manager@rangerwoodperiyar.com
www.rangerwoodperiyar.com
+91 4869 222004, 224004, 224044, +91 4869 222214
Tariff Rs. 5000 - 6000
 

  Jungle Village  
Thekkady

www.junglevillagethekkady.com
,
Tariff Rs.5000 -10500
 

  Spice Grove Hotels & Resorts (P)Ltd.  
Thekkady - Munnar Road
Anakkara PO
mail@spicegrove.in
http://spicegrove.in
+91 4868 282114 , +91 4868 282115
Tariff Rs. 4750 - 7500
 

 
 
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