Kerala Wildlife Sanctuaries
Throughout the State there are a number of wild life sanctuaries.
Parambikulam Sanctuary is a protected area of 285 km sq, that lies in Palakkad district between hills. It is part of the 391 km sq Tiger reserve. 3 major peaks lie in the area. Also a number of rivers and reservoirs attract tourists. Forests are dense, and the bio-diversity is rich. Trekking, stay in tree house, observing from watch towers, boating are the activities possible. Rest Houses afford you comfortable stay. The place is accessible by road or rail from Pollachi 45 km away. 65 km from Palakkad lies Pollachi in Tamil Nadu.
Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary or Thekkady is set high on the cardamom hills that border Tamil Nadu. Periyar the longest river of Kerala has its origin from this area. The river and the Periyar lake are the water sources for the reserve. It is more of a reserve for elephants and tigers. Nearly 75% of the area is covered with rain forest. Tall trees 40 to 50 meters are seen here. Only 55 km sq in the buffer zone can be used by the tourists. Pilgrims to the famous shrine of Sabarimala pass through this area. Only guided treks and walks are allowed. Bio diversity is amazing! It is 4 km from Kumily, 100 km east of Kottayam. Nearest airport is at Kochi.
Idukki Wildlife Sanctuary at an average altitude of 600 m and 77 sq km in area lies between 2 rivers, Periyar and Cheruthoni. The forest is tropical evergreen. Trekking and wildlife viewing are naturally the main activities. Boating in the great reservoir enables you to get a panoramic view. The Reserve is 40 km from Thodupuzha.
Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary is an integral part of the Nilgiri biosphere reserve. The sanctuary is home to tigers, leopards and elephants among many others. A variety of birds also live there. The trees are deciduous.
Aralam Sanctuary is the northern most one. It is only 55 km sq in area but the elevation ranges from 50m to 1145 m. Katti Betta is the highest peak. Flora and fauna are endemic to Western Ghats. Teak and Eucalyptus plantations are wide spread. The sanctuary is 35 km from Thalassery in north Kerala.
Parambikulam Sanctuary is a protected area of 285 km sq, that lies in Palakkad district between hills. It is part of the 391 km sq Tiger reserve. 3 major peaks lie in the area. Also a number of rivers and reservoirs attract tourists. Forests are dense, and the bio-diversity is rich. Trekking, stay in tree house, observing from watch towers, boating are the activities possible. Rest Houses afford you comfortable stay. The place is accessible by road or rail from Pollachi 45 km away. 65 km from Palakkad lies Pollachi in Tamil Nadu.
Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary or Thekkady is set high on the cardamom hills that border Tamil Nadu. Periyar the longest river of Kerala has its origin from this area. The river and the Periyar lake are the water sources for the reserve. It is more of a reserve for elephants and tigers. Nearly 75% of the area is covered with rain forest. Tall trees 40 to 50 meters are seen here. Only 55 km sq in the buffer zone can be used by the tourists. Pilgrims to the famous shrine of Sabarimala pass through this area. Only guided treks and walks are allowed. Bio diversity is amazing! It is 4 km from Kumily, 100 km east of Kottayam. Nearest airport is at Kochi.
Idukki Wildlife Sanctuary at an average altitude of 600 m and 77 sq km in area lies between 2 rivers, Periyar and Cheruthoni. The forest is tropical evergreen. Trekking and wildlife viewing are naturally the main activities. Boating in the great reservoir enables you to get a panoramic view. The Reserve is 40 km from Thodupuzha.
Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary is an integral part of the Nilgiri biosphere reserve. The sanctuary is home to tigers, leopards and elephants among many others. A variety of birds also live there. The trees are deciduous.
Aralam Sanctuary is the northern most one. It is only 55 km sq in area but the elevation ranges from 50m to 1145 m. Katti Betta is the highest peak. Flora and fauna are endemic to Western Ghats. Teak and Eucalyptus plantations are wide spread. The sanctuary is 35 km from Thalassery in north Kerala.
