Thekkady Travel Guide & Periyar Safaris
Home to the famous Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary and fragrant spice plantations, Thekkady blends adventure with sensory discovery.
Top Attractions in Thekkady
Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary
Boat safaris on Periyar Lake with chances to spot elephants and bison.
Spice Plantations
Guided tours through cardamom, pepper and clove farms.
Kalaripayattu Shows
Traditional Kerala martial arts performances in the evening.
Bamboo Rafting
Guided rafting expeditions through the sanctuary's core forest zone.
Get to Thekkady with a Reliable Driver
TOK's local driver network covers Thekkady with sedans, SUVs and tourist taxis — book directly from Kochi or any nearby city.
Questions, Answered
Thekkady is approximately 4 hours from Kochi by road, often combined with Munnar in a single multi-day itinerary.
Yes, advance booking is recommended, especially during peak season (December-February), and TOK can arrange this for you.
Yes, Munnar and Thekkady are commonly combined in 5-7 day Kerala tour packages, connected by a scenic 3-4 hour drive.
Plan Your Thekkady Trip
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