Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, Thekkady: Hours, Address, Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary Reviews: 3.5/5
Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary
Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary
3.5
6:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Monday
6:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Tuesday
6:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Wednesday
6:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Thursday
6:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Friday
6:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Saturday
6:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Sunday
6:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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Pradip B
Kolkata (Calcutta), India878 contributions
Feb 2020
It was a nice boat trip through the Waters in the morning hours. We could spot some animals at a distance, but the journey was enjoyable.
We liked that the staff was very strict and ensured that everyone wore the Life-jackets and nobody was allowed to move around.
We liked that the staff was very strict and ensured that everyone wore the Life-jackets and nobody was allowed to move around.
Written 9 March 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
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Ashby de la Zouch, UK157 contributions
Jan 2020
the boats were very busy and it was almost impossible to take photos. You are allocated a seat and there are 4 seats in a row so it is pot luck as to whether you have a good seat or not. A little disappointed although we did see a few animals at a distance
Written 25 February 2020
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Tarun Bansal
New Delhi, India6 contributions
Feb 2020 • Family
It has a unique concept of Boat safari...u will love the ride....natural beauty...Amazing experience...could not see any animal but boat ride was awesome. Beautiful natural landscapes....worth it
Written 16 February 2020
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grubbytech
Basingstoke276 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
We took the boat trip this morning and it was a shitshow. It was noisy, people standing up and moving in front of us all the time, people not wearing life jackets and the crew did nothing to stop it. Clearly haven’t learnt from the disaster they had in 2009.
See my pictures for the evidence.
See my pictures for the evidence.
Written 8 February 2020
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andywendy h
New Zealand173 contributions
Nov 2019
We went for a Jungle Trek through the wildlife sanctuary . Our lovely local guide showed us Gaur, Malabar Squirrels, Jungle fowl, wild pigs, a Malabar Wolf Spider and some tiny bats. No tigers of course, we were on a walking tour and they are notoriously hard to find, even much further in to the park.
Written 19 January 2020
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Jaymallya Banerjee
Mumbai, India63 contributions
Dec 2019
I took the longest 12 hour jeep ride(only 30 vehicles allowed per day) in anticipation of the real wildlife encounter over and above the famous boat ride but unfortunately the day being the solar eclipse day had a hard luck as could not site any animals. The morning journey is a bit too long to enter the forest almost three hours and by the time you reach the forest its already noon and the changes of citing animals are very less. You have a wonderful and bumpy ride through very deep forest which is wonderful and very exciting. There are 4 dams which are really breathtaking views.
Written 19 January 2020
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Muralikrishnan
2 contributions
Jan 2020 • Family
A laid back, lush green forest close to human habitation. The boat ride in the jig saw puzzle shaped lake, is a must do activity. If you are lucky you get to see elephants Indian Gaur, otters, deer and wetland birds. The ever changing landscape enchants tourists during the hour long boat ride.
Kumily the town bordering the sanctuary has a variety of hotels, resorts and restaurants to suit every pocket. It is a good place to buy spices and visit spice gardens too. The weather is salubrious round the year.
Kumily the town bordering the sanctuary has a variety of hotels, resorts and restaurants to suit every pocket. It is a good place to buy spices and visit spice gardens too. The weather is salubrious round the year.
Written 16 January 2020
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polly h
london50 contributions
Dec 2019
We decided to go on a two hour guided walk, rather than the boat trip. Our guide was very friendly, and the trip over to the island on a bamboo raft brilliant! We saw three monkeys, several elephant footmarks in the mud, a dying beetle, but not a lot of wildlife! Also not all the information we were given was entirely correct, but it was a delightful walk.
Written 15 January 2020
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Tarun1412
Jaipur, India16 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
In the one hour boat ride, all we could manage to see were some different birds , 2 groups of bisons , some wild pigs .. rest all are stories.
We went into first slot of the day i.e 7:30am.
The boat ride is in all a sceneic joy. Don't forget to take binoculars(available at rent for 50rs) else the ride would be a dull one.
We went into first slot of the day i.e 7:30am.
The boat ride is in all a sceneic joy. Don't forget to take binoculars(available at rent for 50rs) else the ride would be a dull one.
Written 14 January 2020
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Steve M
Auckland, New Zealand716 contributions
Jan 2020
We took both a boat ride and trek (2.5 hours) in the reserve. The boat trip in my opinion is a waste of time. Any wildlife you may happen to see will be at a considerable distance away. The trek however is accompanied by a guide who can help spot wildlife and also talk to native flora and fauna. For the walk they will advise you on appropriate dress and provide you with leggings to protect feet from leeches. Hiking boots aren't required, just good walking shoes.
Written 9 January 2020
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A M
Reading, UK589 contributions
Hi,
My wife and I are considering a 2 week tour in Kerala and Periyar is on the radar to stay for 2 nights. We are interested in a guided walk/trek in the reserve and yours sounds about right. Can you give more information please like footwear, length of walk, cost etc? Do we need to pre book (through our tour operator or hotel) or can we book the day before? We are looking at late November 2020.
Steve M
Auckland, New Zealand716 contributions
Ps the walk was at a easy pace
priyanka p
Bengaluru, India1 contribution
1. How long does the boat ride take ? I will be traveling with an infant, hence worried.
2.Whats the best route to take, when travelling from Bangalore ?
3. Is there any place worth visiting between Periyar and Bangalore , so we can halt there one day and then continue to Periyar, to avoid a single day long journey with kids.
Thanks
Vijay
Chennai (Madras), India321 contributions
90 minutes, will be windy and chilly
Driving will be 9 hours from Bangalore
Courtney C
Washington DC, DC127 contributions
Can someone please provide a direct email contact that I can reach out to with questions?
Jacqueline D
Bundaberg, Australia686 contributions
Unfortunately I can not respond with HTML or website links (message from TA) so if you take out the spaces this is the address I used. aranyanivas @ ktdc. com
378Kat013
Shepparton, Australia61 contributions
hi david, was this part of a package tour or did you organize it yourself? was it close too other attractions and how did you get there? thanks
David M
44 contributions
Agent in Norfolk arranged it, 2 weeks brilliant BUT DO NOT FLY EMIRATES> Very expensive, lousy srvice , Try another airline!
Povaneswari S
Singapore, Singapore35 contributions
How much is the total fees I’ve to pay if I’m taking a boat ride ?
David M
44 contributions
£1 each
Louanne C
Waterton Lakes National Park, Canada2 contributions
Can you tell me what the difference is between the Nature walk and green walk and if you prefer one over the other. I don't think we will have time for both. Thanks Louanne
Vatsala M
12 contributions
How is the situation in Thekaddy? Are the roads safe to drive? We will check in at Cardamon County. Please advise.
Vatsala M
12 contributions
How is the weather n safety around Munnar, Periyar Thekkady area? We are visiting next week.
freddiep61
Redmire, UK25 contributions
Can’t comment on weather, but we never felt safety was an issue, we travelled through and stayed in the area without any problems. We had a driver to take us from place to place, but were on our own daily, a busy area but we felt safe.
What is the best time to visit?
Karthik Ramachandran
Bengaluru, India207 contributions
Winter months or just after monsoon is the best time to visit.
Bertin2558
Kakkanad, India26 contributions
how much would it cost?
Manikandan
Srivilliputhur, India72 contributions
for more detail of the rates, refer to the periyar wildlife sanctuary website.
Frequently Asked Questions about Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary
- Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary is open:
- Sun - Sat 6:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- We recommend booking Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary tours ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. See all 22 Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary tours on Tripadvisor
- According to Tripadvisor travellers, these are the best ways to experience Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary:
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- Hotels near Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary:
- (0.00 km) Style Palace Homestay
- (0.00 km) Rainbow Cottage
- (0.00 km) Minty Breeze
- (0.00 km) Spezia Natural Resort
- (0.00 km) Thekkady Homes
- Restaurants near Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary:
- (0.00 km) Vasant Vihar Veg
- (0.09 km) Grandma's Cafe
- (0.17 km) Dosa De Thekkady
- (0.21 km) Coffee Garden
- (0.13 km) Athidhi