| Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary lies in the Cardamom hills in | | | | silence is broken by chirping of birds. |
| Idukki district of Kerala. Enjoy wildlife trip to get a | | | | Fauna |
| glimpse of several nature's wonders. The Periyar | | | | Periyar Wildlife is habitat to numerous fauna species, |
| Wildlife Sanctuary, also known as Thekkady is one of | | | | which can be spotted during the jeep safari. Wildlife |
| the oldest protected areas in the country. | | | | enthusiast can get a glimpse of barking deer, gaur, |
| Tourist Activities | | | | sambar, Indian wild dogs, foxes, mongoose, leopards, |
| Boating on beautiful Periyar lake is an enthralling | | | | mouse deers, Nilgiri tahr, lion-tailed macaque and bonnet |
| experience. Surrounded by hills, the reservoir in itself | | | | macaque. More than 45 reptile species can be |
| has several promontories, creeks and small islets, | | | | encountered here including 13 lizard, 30 snakes and |
| serving the habitants of the sanctuary. Enjoy the | | | | two turtle species. |
| beauty of the forest at dusk and capture the golden | | | | Avifauna |
| moments in your handy cam. The mesmerizing | | | | Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary is a paradise for bird lovers, |
| surroundings, aquatic animals playing in the fresh water | | | | as it has more than 320 different kinds of avian |
| lakes are the most fascinating sights to be observed. | | | | species. They can enjoy watching numerous species |
| Visitors can indulge themselves in some exciting and | | | | of birds such as cormorants, darters, great Malabar |
| thrilling adventure activities. They can enjoy camping, | | | | hornbills, kingfishers, racket-tailed Drongos and many |
| trekking and bamboo rafting to add some more fun to | | | | more. |
| their trip. Explore the mystical charms of jungle, where | | | | |