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Wayanad Wildlife
Established in 1973, the Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary is contiguous to the protected area network of Nagerhole and Bandipur of Karnataka on the northeast and Mudhumalai of Tamilnadu on the southeast. Rich in bio diversity, the sanctuary is an integral part of the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve, which has been established with the specific objective of conserving the biological heritage of the region. The sanctuary is rich in flora and fauna. The management lays emphasis on scientific conservation with due consideration for the general lifestyle of the tribals and others who live in and around the forest. Elephant, spotted deer, Bison, tiger, cheetah, wild bear etc. can be spotted here. Elephant rides are arranged by the Forest department.
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Attractions at Wayanad
Chembra Peak
The hills, rocks and valleys which contribute to the very unique character of Wayanad provide a lot for adventure tourism. Trekking to the Chembra peak is a risky mountaineering Endeavour. Chembra peak, the highest hill in Wayanad, is near Meppady town. Trekking to the top of this peak takes almost a day. Tourists can also stay one or two days at the top of the peak in temporary camps. District Tourism Promotion Council provides guides, sleeping bags, canvases, huts and trekking implements on hire. The scenic beauty of Wayanad, which is visible from the top of Chambra, is very exhilarating.
Edakkal Caves
This location of breathtaking beauty is three kilometers from Ambalavayal which is 25 kilometers from Kalpetta. The Edakkal cave in the Ambukuthy mountain, is not a cave in the real sense.
Kuruva Island
The Kuruva island, 950 acres of ever green forest on the tributaries of east flowing river Kabani, is an ideal picnic spot, far away from the disturbances of city life. The island is uninhabited. Rare species of birds, orchids and herbs are the sovereigns of this supernal kingdom. It is 17 Kms. east of Mananthavady and 40 kms. North West of Sultan Bathery.
Muthanga Wild Life Sanctuary
Muthanga, Which is 16 kms. east of Sulthan Bathery, is located very near to the Karnadaka border. Wild forests covering an area of 345 sq.kms form the Muthanga wild life sanctuary; the biggest abode of wild animals in Malabar. Elephant, spotted deer, bison, tiger, cheeta, wild bear, etc. are found in this sanctuary. The forest Department has facilities for providing elephant rides to tourists, here.
Soojipara Falls
These waterfalls are an endless natural splendor amidst dark and deep woods.
Pookot Lake
Located 3 km south of Vythiri town, Pookkot lake is located at an altitude of 2100 metres above sea level.
The Pookkot Lake is the only one of its kind in Kerala, and sports a fresh water aquarium with numerous varieties of fish. At 2100 metres above sea level the Pookkot Lake is a tourist's paradise. Boating facilities, a children's park and a spices and handicrafts emporium add to the attraction of the place.
Pookkot has some of the highest hill ranges in the State in its Vythiri taluk (a taluk is a sub division of a district). Winding hairpin bends and ridges make the journey up the ranges an exciting experience. With vast stretches of tropical forests and hilly terrain as yet untainted by civilization, Wayanad is also home to the largest number of tribal settlements in Kerala.
Thirunelli Temple
The temple is on the banks of the beautiful Papanasi River. It is believed that people can wash out their sins by immersing themselves here in the water.
Wayanad - Getting There
By Air:
the nearest airport to Wayanad is at Kozhikode ( Calicut) 65kms.
By Rail:
The nearest railhead is at Kozhikhode (Calicut) 65kms.
By Road:
Kozhikhode is almost 100kms from Wayanad. It is well connected with other important towns of Kozhikhode, Kannur, Ooty and Mysore by road
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