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1-Day Theni to Thekkady Trip Itinerary
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1-Day Theni to Thekkady Trip
Itinerary
Vehicle: Sedan (e.g., Maruti Dzire, Toyota Etios, or similar)
Start/End Point: Theni
Focus: Wildlife Safari (Boating), Spice Plantations, and Cultural Shows
Key Travel Notes
·
Distance: Approximately 65 km (40 miles) one
way.
·
Travel Time: 1.5 to 2 hours one way (depending on
traffic and hill road ascent).
·
Boating: The boat safari inside Periyar Tiger
Reserve is the main attraction. It is highly recommended to
book your tickets online in advance as they sell out quickly. The
most popular slots are the early morning (7:30 AM) and mid-day (11:15 AM)
slots.
Detailed Itinerary
Time
Activity
Description
& Notes
05:30
AM
Departure
from Theni
Start early to ensure you reach Thekkady/Kumily in time for the key
activities. Pickup by your Sedan driver.
05:30
AM - 07:30 AM
Travel
to Thekkady/Kumily
Enjoy the scenic drive through the foothills and up the ghat roads. Thekkady is the tourism hub, while Kumily is the main town right on the border.
07:30
AM - 09:30 AM
Periyar
Tiger Reserve - Boating (First Slot)
Crucial: Head directly to
the Periyar Tiger Reserve (PTR) Anavachal Parking Area.
From here, you take a forest department bus to the boat landing. This is the
best time to spot wildlife like elephants, Gaur, and various birds along the
lake.
09:30
AM - 10:30 AM
Breakfast
Break
Have breakfast at one of the restaurants or hotels near the Periyar
gate or in Kumily town.
10:30
AM - 12:00 PM
Spice
Plantation Tour
Visit a local spice plantation (e.g., Abraham's Spice Garden or a
similar farm). Take a guided walk to learn about cardamom, pepper, coffee,
cinnamon, and other local spices. You can also purchase fresh, high-quality
spices here.
12:00
PM - 01:00 PM
Sightseeing:
Viewpoint
Drive to Chellarkovil Viewpoint (about 15
km from Kumily) to get panoramic views of the plains and waterfalls on the
Tamil Nadu side.
01:00
PM - 02:00 PM
Lunch
Have lunch at a good local restaurant in Kumily, trying some authentic
Kerala or Tamil Nadu cuisine.
02:00
PM - 03:00 PM
Optional:
Elephant Junction
If interested, visit an Elephant Camp for activities like elephant
feeding, bathing, or a short ride (Time permitting and optional cost).
03:00
PM - 05:00 PM
Leisure
& Local Market
Relax, explore the Kumily market for spice shopping, or enjoy a coffee
break.
05:00
PM - 06:00 PM
Cultural
Show (Kalaripayattu)
Witness a traditional Kerala cultural show. Kalaripayattu
(Kerala martial arts) shows start around 6:00 PM and are highly recommended.
Book tickets in advance upon arrival.
06:00
PM - 07:30 PM
Dinner
/ Evening Snacks
Have an early dinner or grab a quick snack before the drive back.
07:30
PM
Departure
from Thekkady
Begin your return journey to Theni.
07:30
PM - 09:30 PM
Travel
back to Theni
Relax in your Sedan after a long day.
09:30
PM
Drop-off
at Theni
Arrive back at your drop-off location, concluding the trip.
Important Tip: Periyar Boating
·
Book Online: The 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM boat safari
tickets are the most prized. Book them on the official Periyar Tiger Reserve
website days in advance to secure your spot.
·
Reporting Time: You must report at the Anavachal
parking area (4 km before the boat landing) at least 1 hour
prior to the boating time to catch the forest bus. Adjust your
entire schedule based on your confirmed boating slot.
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