WAYANAD, MADE FOR EXPLORING.
Discover Wayanad, Kerala — a landscape of mist-covered hills, forests, waterfalls, lakes, plantations, wildlife and heritage. Explore the places worth visiting, experiences worth planning and stays that can make your Wayanad trip more comfortable.
From mountain trails and waterfalls to wildlife, lakes, heritage sites and viewpoints, discover places to visit across Wayanad.
Towering peaks, evergreen plantation slopes, and tranquil valleys across the Western Ghats.
View Nature & LandscapesForest cascades, rocky mountain streams, and multi-tiered falls flowing through lush forest.
View WaterfallsProtected forest sanctuaries, guided safaris, and ancient biodiversity reserves.
View Wildlife & ForestsPrehistoric rock art, ancient stone temples, tribal heritage villages, and archaeological relics.
View Heritage & CultureFreshwater lakes, earthen reservoirs, canopy bridges, and bamboo rafting along the Kabini.
View Lakes & AdventurePanoramic ridges and cloud-covered summits overlooking winding ghat roads and misty gorges.
View ViewpointsA curated glimpse of celebrated summits, cascades, caves, and wildlife corridors.
Nature & Landscapes Chembra Peak rises to approximately 2,100 metres above sea level near Meppadi, offering one of Kerala’s celebrated trekking experiences through tea estates and montane grasslands to a perennial heart-shaped lake.
Heritage & Culture Perched on Ambukuthi Mala near Ambalavayal, Edakkal Caves are natural rock shelters featuring intriguing pictorial petroglyphs dating back to the Neolithic and Mesolithic eras.
Lakes & Adventure Nestled at the foothills of the Banasura hills, Banasura Sagar Dam is the largest earth dam in India and the second largest in Asia, known for its scenic reservoir dotted with tiny forested islands.
Lakes & Adventure Pookode Lake is a tranquil natural freshwater lake nestled among evergreen hills near Vythiri, famous for blue water lilies, pedal boating, and a shaded circumambulatory pathway.
Wildlife & Forests Kuruvadweep is a protected 950-acre delta comprising a cluster of uninhabited river islands on the tributaries of the Kabini River, known for bamboo rafting, rare orchids, and tranquil evergreen forest canopy.
Waterfalls Also known as Sentinel Rock Waterfalls, Soochipara is a spectacular three-tiered waterfall near Meppadi, cascading down 200 metres through dramatic rocky gorges and dense deciduous forest.
Whether you are travelling as a family, planning a romantic escape, or taking a weekend break, explore our comprehensive guides.
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Read GuideChoosing the right place to stay shapes the entire trip. Explore Grand Wish, Montana Wild, and Misty Ridge — each offering a distinct way to experience Wayanad, Kerala.
Wayanad, Kerala A nature-oriented hospitality experience in Wayanad, offering guests a setting to disconnect from the everyday and embrace the character of the hills.
Wayanad, Kerala A welcoming stay in the landscapes of Wayanad, created for guests looking to slow down, reconnect and experience the destination at their own pace.
Wayanad, Kerala A peaceful Wayanad retreat where the landscape becomes part of the stay, designed around comfort, calm and the feeling of getting away.
Practical, verified answers to help you organize your Wayanad travel plans and accommodation.
Wayanad offers a diverse mix of natural and heritage attractions. Highlights include Chembra Peak with its heart-shaped lake, prehistoric petroglyphs at Edakkal Caves, boating at Banasura Sagar Dam, tranquil freshwater walks at Pookode Lake, bamboo rafting at Kuruva Island, and elephant safaris at Muthanga Wildlife Sanctuary.
Where you stay depends on your travel style. For misty mountain mornings and expansive panoramic views, ridge-top stays like Misty Ridge are ideal. For immersive greenery and quiet forest contemplation, nature stays like Montana Wild offer seclusion. For accessible hospitality and relaxed family breaks, retreats like Grand Wish provide a comfortable base.
A stay of 3 to 4 days is recommended to comfortably explore Wayanad without rushing. This allows 1 day for South Wayanad (Vythiri, Pookode, Lakkidi, Chembra), 1 day for Eastern/Central Wayanad (Edakkal Caves, Heritage Museum, Kurumbalakkotta), and 1 to 2 days for Northern Wayanad (Banasura Sagar Dam, Kuruva Island, Thirunelly, Tholpetty).
Wayanad has two major wildlife divisions within the Nilgiri Biosphere: Muthanga Wildlife Sanctuary in the east (famed for elephant herds and deer) and Tholpetty Wildlife Sanctuary in the north (adjoining Nagarhole, known for gaur, deer, and rich birdlife). Both offer official morning and afternoon forest department jeep safaris.
Families enjoy pedal boating at Pookode Lake, exploring the islands and speedboat rides at Banasura Sagar Dam, learning indigenous culture at En Ooru Tribal Village, gentle walks at Kanthanpara Waterfalls, and wildlife jeep safaris at Muthanga.
The peak travel season is from October to March, offering cool pleasant temperatures, clear mountain views, and flowing post-monsoon waterfalls. The monsoon (June to September) attracts lovers of rain, mist, and deep emerald greenery.
