Oxygen Resorts | Wild Corridor | Thekkady, Kerela

Описание: About Oxygen Resorts - Wild Corridor - Thekkady, Kerala

God’s own country Kerala is home to magnificent beach towns, tea gardens and spice estates that dot the state. Leaving behind the cacophony of the city, and the crowds, if you explore further you will find a few places that are on every tourist' itinerary the world over including hill stations in Kerala, some of which are quite well known like Thekkady in the Idukki district. The pleasing mountain climate and untouched beauty are what lure people to this city.
Three renowned rivers the Periyar, Thalayar, and Thodupuzhayar and more than 97% green cover make this place an ideal holiday destination whether it is families, couples or lone travellers. If you want to enjoy nature’s largesse and abundance, then it can’t get better than Thekkady. Situated near the Tamilnadu-Kerala border, this reservation is renowned for its dense perennial, semi-evergreen, moist deciduous forests and plains.

Winter from October through February is the best time to visit Thekkady when the weather is pleasant, and sightseeing becomes fantastic. 15° C is the highest temperatures during winter. You can plan for wildlife safaris, enjoying one of the many festivals or explore the city. If the rains during June to September don’t faze you then a visit to enjoy its abundant green cover, several waterfalls and plenty of tea estates is a must. Summers are the hottest from March to May when temperatures can reach 36° C, though it is the peak travel season.

Places to See

The Periyar National Park is one of the best examples of natures’ creativity in Thekkady. The reserve is the most protected wildlife sanctuary and national park in India. Thousands flock to explore its mysterious picturesque beauty and the richest biodiversity across the globe. Be ready to catch a glimpse of elephants, tigers, lion-tailed macaques, sambar, bison and langur herds. Of course, do not forget the wonderful river backwaters that warrant a shikara ride or houseboat stay when you visit. A mere 5 km from Thekkady is Murikkady, that boasts of coffee plantations and spice gardens.
If time is not a constraint, then 15 km from Kumily en route to Tamilnadu get ready to enjoy several cascades in Chellar Kovil. Literally meaning hills draped in silk, Pattumalay around 24 km from Thekkady. It is a trekker’s dream destination with lofty peaks, small streams and the famous Velankanni Mata Church. For the tea aficionados, check the Pattumalay Tea Factory at the Pattumalay Estate. Established in 1931 the Harrisons are of the largest producers of tea in the country.

Things to do

Plan for a jeep or elephant safari of course to explore everything the national park offers. Have a fantastic time cruising through the lake while you catch glimpses of the wild. Take a stroll near the lake or try bamboo rafting. If you would like to see the tigers, then check out the Periyar Tiger Trail. You can even camp out in the wilds in the park for a night.

How to reach

Thekkady is around 257 km from Thiruvananthapuram, 160 km from Kochi International Airport, 114 km from Kottayam railway station and 114 km from Madurai City Airport. It is easily accessible with direct flights and the nearest airports are Kochi, Thiruvananthapuram or Madurai. Once there you can use local transport or state buses to reach Thekkady. Taking a cab or driving down is an option; however, it may be expensive. Thekkady is around 510 km from Bengaluru by road and may take close to 9 or 10 hours to reach.