Murikkady

Murikaddy also offers panoramic views of lush green gardens and the magnificent chain of hills encircling the area. A day out in a healthy environment with fresh air is good not just for your body, but also your mind.
Location: Murikkady, Thekkady
Timings: no specific timing restrictions
Entry fees: no entry fees.
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Kadathanadan Kalari Center

The place emanates an air of culture and historical heritage of Kerala. It is designed to ensure the safety of guests – as well as enjoying the performance of the martial arts. You can also learn martial arts at different levels here – basic, intermediate and advanced.
Location: Tiger Reserve, Thekkady, Kumily
Timings: Show starts daily in the evening from 6 PM to 7 PM.
Entry fees: INR 200 per person.
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Periyar National Park

Tucked away between lush green hills covered by cardamom plantations, the unique location offers picturesque vistas with awe-inspiring environs. The adventure seekers among you can also indulge in safari, rafting and trekking. Two rivers – Pamba and Periyar run through the park and lend it a tranquil ambience.
Location: Thekkady, Kerala
Timings: 7 AM to 9 PM every day
Entry fees: INR 25 per person for Indians, INR 300 per person for foreign tourists.
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Vandanmedu

Bask in the sweet and spicy fragrance of the spice, as well as gain a unique insight into the commercial processing of cardamom. The lively environment and intoxicating aroma will leave an indelible mark on you and you will find it unable to leave the place.
Location: Idukki, Kerala
Timings: no specific timing restrictions
Entry fees: no entry fees.
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Pandikuzhi

Lush green hills seclude you from lightning fast city life and offer tranquillity and serenity as you have never experienced before. The waterfalls and variety of flora and fauna offer the greatest escape one can ask for. The virgin environs will fill you with energy and the captivating landscape will make you feel alive.
Location: Thekkady, Kumily
Timings: no specific timing restrictions
Entry fees: no entry fees.
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Chellarkovil Viewpoint

Enjoy pristine white waters of the nearby waterfalls and go trekking into the bamboo forest. The vantage point offers bewitching views of colourful human settlements, ploughed fields and dense green forests. Truly a wonder to behold, Chellarkovil is a must visit tourist site.
Location: Chellarakovil-Mettu Road, Kerala
Timings: 12 AM to 12 PM
Entry fees: no entry fees.
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Mangla Devi Temple

But that is not all – you can also enjoy a stroll in the woods around the area and witness the bewitching natural splendour. The trek to the temple is an interesting one too, with winding paths and deep jungles. If you are lucky, you can catch a sight of the exotic Nilgiri Tahrs and bison.
Location: Idukki, Tamil Nadu
Timings: the temple is only open in the months of April/May
Entry fees: no entry fees.
Kumily

Embark on a journey to tranquillity and serenity in Kumily, one of the most mesmerizing places to visit in Thekkady. The quaint village features deep forests and idyllic countryside to transport you to an otherworldly feeling where none of the worries of daily life can follow you.
Just 4 kms from Thekkady, Kumily is an ideal vacation getaway because it is completely segregated from the town centre. The lush green hills around and the aroma and spice and tea plantations will relax your frayed nerves and act as a salve for your weary soul. Visit Kumily to experience rejuvenation like never before.
Location: Idukki
Timings: no timing restrictions
Entry fees: no entry fees.
Mullaperiyar Dam

The tall, dense trees impart a sense of tranquillity and make the place true heaven for nature lovers. If your area wildlife enthusiast, the vantage point offers a holistic view of the diverse wildlife of the reserve, including tigers, elephants, Indian bison and macaques.
Location: Thekkady, Kumily
Timings: 6 AM to 3 PM
Entry fees: INR 25 per person for Indians, INR 300 for foreigners.

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Abraham’s Spice Garden

Spread over 2 acres, the gardens offer a hands-on experience with an interactive tour that explains cultivation and processing of various spices. Featuring a myriad of species of banana, cardamom, cinnamon, pepper, cloves, vanilla, ginger, turmeric, old spices – the place is truly a delight for botany enthusiasts.
Location: Spring Valley, Idukki, Kumily
Timings: 7 AM to 6 PM every day
Entry fees: INR 100 per person for the tour, INR 200 per person for an entry fee.
Elephant Junction

The junction also serves as a reservoir of rich tribal culture of Kerala. Take a walk among the deep woods and embrace nature in its most naked form. Interact with wild elephants as you bathe and feed them. Enjoy the rich aroma wafting from cardamom plantations.
Location: Thekkady, Idukki, Kumily
Timings: 8 AM to 6 PM, every day
Entry fees: INR 400 (0.5 Hours), INR 1000 (1 Hour), INR 1250 (1.5 hours), INR 1500 (2 hours), INR 3000 (Half day), INR 6000 (Full day).
Periyar Lake

Plus, the natural brilliance sprinkled around in the form of tall trees and a host of wildlife makes the whole experience exhilarating. The one and a half hour ride will offer you plenty of chances to catch a glimpse of rare species of birds like the Malabar Grey Hornbill and the Nilgiri Wood Pigeon.
Location: Thekkady, Kumily
Timings: Boat ride timings are 7.30am / 9.30am / 11:15am / 1.45pm / 3.30pm.
Entry fees: Rs 225 per person and Rs 75 for children. Advance booking charges for boating are Rs 500.
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Spring Valley Mountain

Spacious and cosy deluxe rooms paired with private balcony and marble tiled bathrooms – luxury is at its very best at Spring Valley.
Location: Spring Valley PO Mullayar, Thekkady, Kerala
Timings: 12 AM to 11.59 PM, Monday to Sunday
Entry fees: rent varies according to the room.
Green Park Ayurvedic and Spices Plantation

Take the two hours guided tour and explore the various steps of commercial production of the spices. Spend a few moments away from everyday city life in the tree houses or click stunning pictures in the picturesque surroundings.
Location: Attapallam, Kumly, Thekkady
Timings: 9 AM to 6 PM every day
Entry fees: INR 1000 per person.
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Vandiperiyar

A small town next to the Idukki district of Kerala, Vandiperiyar is known as such as the river Periyar flows through the centre of the town. The town is swamped by plantations of various spices and coffee lending the town a fragrant ambience.
The river cascading through the town, the flower garden featuring an array of rose plants, orchids and anthuriums – all make it an idyllic getaway destination for weary souls and nature lovers. The eye-pleasing vistas of Vandiperiyar will make an indelible impression on you.
Location: Idukki, Kerala
Timings: no time restriction
Entry fees: INR 25 per person, INR 50 per vehicle.
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Pullumedu
Get a fleeting glimpse of Sree Ayyappa Temple at Sabarimala and the Makara Jyothi illuminations at the shrine on the way. The area is truly secluded from the modern world and offers solitude and serenity to heal you spiritually, mentally and emotionally. Come visit Pullumedu to experience a true getaway.
Location: Idukki, Kerala
Timings: no timing restrictions
Entry fees: no entry fees.
Ramakkalmedu

Besides offering some of the best views of Thekkady hills covered with plantations of tea, cardamom, coffee, pepper, and rubber – the village also features the famous statue of Kuruvan and Kuruthi.
The 300 m high pillar is an excellent vantage point to observe the awe-inspiring and scenic natural landscape of Ramakalmedu.
Location: Idukki, Kerala
Timings: 6 AM to 6 PM
Entry fees: no entry fees.
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Deepa World Spice and Ayurvedic Garden

The interactive tour will also cover a host of organic farming practices and a stroll through the luxuriant Ayurvedic Garden. The professional guides will direct you through the entire trip and the truly indulgent in you can shop for some excellent ayurvedic products at the shop inside.
Location: Perunilam, Spring Valley P.O, Kumily
Timings: Monday to Sunday, 8 AM to 6.45 PM
Entry fees: INR 100 per person.
Anakkara
The village offers guided interactive tours that feature a stroll around the area and scenic views of gorgeous waterfalls along with lush green plantations of various spices. You can buy fresh, high-quality spices from the little shops sprinkled around the area. Or buy intricate handicraft items crafted by local artists in a traditional manner.
Location: Idukki
Timings: no specific timing restrictions
Entry fees: no entry fees.
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Parunthumpara Hill Viewpoint

Whether you are a peace lover or a photographer, this place will take you away from city stress and land you close to Kerala's one of the most romantic attraction.
Location: Parunthumpara, Pambanar, Kerala.
Timings: no specific timing restrictions
Entry fee: No entry fees.