Wildlife Resorts in Periyar

A few words about Periyar

Spread over an ample 777 sq. km in all its bounty is the Periyar Tiger Reserve, Thekkady, one of the 27 tiger reserves in India. with its bamboo groves and boat rides along the two rivers Periyar and Pamba, Periyar has come up as a major benchmark in ecotourism. Comprising mainly of tropical evergreen and semi evergreen vegetation, Periyar is famous for its biodiversity which support a wide variety of wildlife. At the Periyar you can find 62 species of mammals, 320 species of birds, 45 species of reptiles, 27 species of amphibians and 38 species of fishes. This wide biodiversity and the indigenous wildlife resorts at Periyar draw thousands of tourists to Periyar from in and outside the country every year.

Wildlife resorts at Periyar

Famous for its thatched roofed cottages built on stilts is The Taj Garden Retreat. With its boat rides in the Lake Periyar coupled with Ayurvedic massage centre what you will find here more than just a wildlife tour. At a distance of 140 km from the Kochi airport, this resort offers you all urban amenities in a rustic package.

Safely tucked in amidst the Periyar forest on a peninsula on the periyar lake, is the Lake Palace Hotel, Periyar. With a variety of wildlife tours including elephant safaris and adventure treks, this hotel takes care of your adrenalin without disturbing your tranquility. A 3 ½ hours drive from Madurai airport and a 4 ½ hours drive from the Kottayam railway terminal will take you to this oasis of order at the heart of wilderness.