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Wayanad

Mist, Waterfalls & Tribal Heritage

Recommended

4 days

Best time

October – May

Entry fee

50

Food / day

450

About

Kerala's green highland plateau at 700–2,100m, covered in coffee, tea, and pepper plantations. Edakkal Caves (Neolithic carvings), Chembra Peak (heart-shaped lake), Banasura Sagar Dam, and the vibrant Adivasi (tribal) culture make Wayanad deeply immersive.

Must-see highlights

Edakkal Caves Neolithic rock art
Chembra Peak heart-shaped lake
Soochipara waterfall swim
Banasura Sagar boat ride
Coffee plantation stay
Adivasi tribal museum
Pookode Lake paddleboat
Phantom Rock viewpoint
Muthanga Wildlife Sanctuary safari
Thirunelli Temple
Kalpetta town spice market
Karapuzha Dam sunset

On the map

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors · Kozhikode (Calicut) 75km · Calicut International Airport 100km

Nearby attractions

Edakkal CavesChembra PeakBanasura Sagar DamMuthanga Wildlife SanctuarySoochipara FallsThirunelli Temple

How to get here

KozhikodeKalpetta (Wayanad)

bus · 2.5h

150

approx.

KozhikodeKalpetta

cab · 2h

1,500

approx.

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Best Time to Visit

October – May

Nearest Transport

Kozhikode (Calicut)75 km
Calicut International Airport100 km

Stay Options

budget700/night
mid2,200/night
luxury7,000/night

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Peak (80+) Good (60+) Fair Avoid

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