Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary

Periyar National Park, being the richest habitat of wild animals and birds it is an ultimate holiday destination, especially for the wildlife lovers. This wildlife India tour destination offers the best possibilities to spot exclusive wildlife species.

Place : Kumily, Kerala
Major attractions : Elephants, Tiger, Nilgiri Tahr, Nilgiri Langur
Area Covered : 777sq kms

Location

Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, set amidst in the mountains of Western Ghats is located to the border of the states of Kerala and Tamil Nadu. This most visited spot is situated in the south Indian state, near Kumily region, Kerala. It is bounded by the Periyar Lake, a man-made lake offering a stunning view to the ambiance.

Flora and Fauna

Periyar National Park is primarily comprised of tropical evergreen forest abounding semi evergreen forests, moist deciduous forests and woody grasslands. The Periyar forest includes Teak, Terminalia, Sandalwood, Jamun, Gulmohar, Banyan, Jacaranda, Bamboo, Rosewood, Eucalyptus, Mango, Tamarind, Plumeria and Pipal. This national park in India is housed with nourishing grasses such as Elephant Grass.

This wildlife India Tour destination is packed with exclusive wild species including elephants, wild pigs, sambars, Gaurs, Malabar flying squirrels, and stripe-necked mongoose. It is also famed for the beautiful birds offering varied species like blue-winged parakeet, Nilgiri wood pigeon, white-bellied tree pie, laughing thrushes, flycatchers and many more. In spite of being a Tiger reserve the park is famed to possess a large number of Indian Elephants as its major attraction.

Excursions at Periyar

Morning Walk

Periyar National Park provides an opportunity to take a walk in the blissful environment nestled with lush green forests. The walk starts from 7:00 to 10:30 in the morning and between 2:00 to 3:00 pm in the afternoon.

Trekking and Campaigning

The Trekking program is conducted by a team of former poachers which includes 5 guides and 2 forest officials. Usually this 2 nights and 3 days program starts at 9:00 in the morning. This India wildlife tour destination provides a golden chance to explore the exotic wild animals and birds. This national park in India offers an adventurous wildlife tour through its trekking and campaigning recreations excluding the luxuries and comforts that of a hotel or resort.

Tribal Inheritance

Periyar wildlife Reserve is a perfect place for exploring fun and adventure. The tribal community known as Mannans is the oldest tribal group prevailing in this wildlife India Tour destination. The major attraction of this place includes a historical museum which depicts the culture and life style of these tribal people. Fishing gear, hunting weaponry, medicines, cereals, bamboo furniture are the other attractions of this museum.