Unleash the wild soul in Periyar Tiger Reserve

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Unleash the wild soul in Periyar Tiger Reserve

Step into the breathtaking realm of Periyar Tiger Reserve, also known as Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary where emerald highlands plunge into mist-laced forests and wildlife reigns supreme in Periyar Tiger Reserve. More than a sanctuary, Periyar Tiger Reserve is one of the best Thekkady tourist places and South India’s wild soul laid bare, included in the World Heritage Site of UNESCO, with unfiltered magical experiences. With a family tour package to Thekkady from Dream Holidays Kerala, travellers can explore as silent boats glide across a lotus-strewn lake, as wild elephants trumpet mere meters away, their grey forms mirrored in golden dawn light. Periyar is a symphony of life, as the dawn chorus of a thousand birds, the rustle of elusive sambar deer, and the thrill of spotting the endemic Nilgiri Tahr is a graceful experience which can be explored with the Kerala holiday packages.

How to land the destination

By Air

By Train

By Road

From Kochi, start the journey through NH85, which is a paradise for photographers with waterfalls and tea estates.
The SH40 from Madurai through the vibrant towns of Tamil Nadu before the jungles of Kerala opens the road to the destination.
Kerala state buses to Kumily cost under ₹300, which is raw, real, and allows you to explore the scenic beauty beside.

Periyar Tiger Reserve entry fee and timings

The Periyar Tiger Reserve entry fee and timings are likely to start from 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM, and a night safari after 8:00 PM is also available. The entry fees for Indians are likely
Adult – INR 45
Child – INR 15
For Foreigners
Adult – INR 500
Child – INR 180
Boating Fee
₹ 255 Per Person
Binocular Fee:
₹ 50 with a Security Deposit of ₹ 100
There is an additional cost of ₹ 38 for the use of a still camera and ₹ 300 for the use of a video camera.

Top 5 Must-Visit Attractions in Periyar Tiger Reserve

1. Periyar Lake Cruise

Leave the ordinary boat rides as the Periyar boat safari is a soul-stirring immersion into a primordial paradise, awakening initially. The silent boat glides across waters draped in a living carpet of lotus blooms, the air hums with anticipation, and it makes some difference. The rising sun transforms the lake into molten gold and paints the scene in ethereal light. Travellers can leave the place by feeling humbled, exhilarated, and carrying the golden glow of Periyar with the Kerala honeymoon packages.

2. Bamboo Rafting & Trekking

Bamboo Rafting & Trekking is a heart-pounding journey into the very breath of the Periyar wilderness. Experiencing the sturdy bamboo raft, the gentle splash of paddles, your only sound as you navigate whispering streams dappled in jungle light, offers you some exciting moments. Trekking through emerald cathedrals of ancient trees, the senses sharpen something more. The cool earth beneath the boots, the humidity clinging, the primal thrill of tracking adds something more to explore with the Kerala wildlife packages. The immersive odyssey connects you viscerally to the hidden rhythms of jungle also leaves you exhilarated, deeply respectful, and buzzing with the untamed energy of wild.

3. Border Hiking Trail

The Border Hiking Trail is not a mere walk, but it’s a vertigo-inducing, soul-cleansing pilgrimage along the razor’s edge gently, where Kerala kisses Tamil Nadu. Trekking high above the world, it feels like walking through clouds as they curl like ethereal serpents around the ankles. Witnessing the waterfalls, born in the misty heights, hurling themselves with reckless abandon into the chasms below, trailing rainbows in their mist, is a must-experience. Standing on knife-edge ridges, dwarfed by the sheer scale and raw power, evokes awe so deep and is an exciting experience. It offers pure and unadulterated freedom for every hiker.

4. Tribal Heritage Visit

Experience the timeless beauty of tribal villages around the Periyar Tiger Reserve. A Tribal Heritage Visit with the Mannan community isn’t a show, but it’s a privileged portal into ancient wisdom, a genuine heart-to-heart with the jungle’s true guardians. Travellers can delve into the green pharmacy as it explains healing roots and leaves, knowledge honed by countless generations living in perfect harmony, which can be explored with the Kerala luxury packages. Exploring the tales woven with the threads of the jungle, the spirits, animals, and survivors connect the travellers to nature. This intimate exchange fosters deep respect and sparks a yearning for simpler, more connected ways to feel nature.

5. Birdwatcher’s Paradise

Before the sun rises, the birdwatcher’s paradise offers an elegant experience around Periyar. Don’t just host birds, but they stage a dazzling, cacophonous opera at dawn. Initially, the rays pierce the mist, and the air explodes into life, a thousand flutes, whistles, chirps, and screams blending into a wild, joyous symphony. The piercing, unmistakable cry of a serpent eagle cuts through the canopy, a primal soundtrack to the search. A heart-stopping flash of impossible blue, the endemic Nilgiri flycatcher, like fallen sky darting through the foliage, is a best experience. The thrill of spotting a rare endemic, the beauty of common species in exquisite detail, and the sheer abundance of life is utterly intoxicating.

Why Periyar Stand out

Periyar Tiger Reserve offers an ultimate experience of wildlife and natural beauty. Dream Holidays Kerala tour packages with Thekkady are the best way to explore more and more. The trade spreadsheets for tiger tracks, deadlines for eagle cries are a must-experience thing. Sipping chai with tribes, holding your breath as elephants cross your path, is a must-visit experience included in Thekkady eco-tourism experiences and packages. This is the place where luxury means mist on the face and earth under the boots. Get ready to explore more and more and let the jungle carve a story like never before.

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