Wildlife safaris

Thekkady Spice & Wildlife Short Break

Two nights at the edge of Periyar Tiger Reserve: an early lake safari, a spice plantation walk and a kalaripayattu show.

Trip at a glance

Duration3 days / 2 nights
Starts inThekkady
RouteThekkady
Places1 destination
StateKerala, India
Ideal forWildlife safaris, Family holidays
Trip stylePrivate, customisable
Package codeNX-NOJCDN

Best time to visit: October to April

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Thekkady, Kerala

Trip overview

Two nights at the edge of Periyar Tiger Reserve: an early lake safari, a spice plantation walk and a kalaripayattu show.

The route spends 2 nights in Thekkady, so you get time for the main sights without changing hotels every day. It suits wildlife safaris and family holidays, and every day can be shortened, swapped or extended.

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Highlights

Periyar Lake boat safariPeriyar nature walksSpice plantations

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Thekkady

Arrive via Madurai Airport (IXM) and transfer to your hotel
Check in and settle in
Later: Periyar Lake boat safari: Wildlife cruise on the reserve's lake

Day 2Thekkady: Boat safari and Jeep safari to Gavi

Boat safari
Jeep safari to Gavi

Day 3Depart from Thekkady

Breakfast and hotel check-out
Transfer to Madurai Airport (IXM) for your journey home

How this version is planned

Safari permits booked as soon as dates are fixed, as zones sell out
Early-morning and afternoon drives when animals are most active
Lodges chosen close to park gates
Naturalist-led drives where available
One or two bases only

This is a suggested itinerary. Sightseeing order may change with opening days, weather and local conditions; your final plan is in your written quote.

Good to know

Thekkady: Book the first Periyar boat of the morning; animal sightings are best early and tickets are limited.

At a glance

Duration: 3 days / 2 nights
Route: Thekkady
Ideal for: Wildlife safaris, Family holidays
Best time: October to April
Trip style: Private, customisable
Package code: NX-NOJCDN

Plan this trip

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Prices depend on dates, hotel category and group size, so we quote each trip individually.

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Typically included

Hotel stay for 2 nights with daily breakfast (hotel category as per your quote)
Private air-conditioned vehicle for transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary
Pick-up and drop at the arrival and departure point
Driver allowances, tolls, parking and fuel for the itinerary route
Trip support from our Chennai team on WhatsApp

Not included

Flights or train tickets unless added to your quote
Lunch and dinner unless stated
Entry tickets, camera fees and optional activities unless stated
Personal expenses such as laundry, tips and shopping
Travel insurance
GST as applicable

Final inclusions are listed in your written quote.

FAQs

Questions about this trip

Can I change this itinerary?

Yes. This is a private, customisable itinerary. We can add or remove nights, change hotels, swap sightseeing and adjust the pace before you book.

When is the best time for this trip?

Thekkady: October to April.

How do I start the trip from Chennai?

The trip begins in Thekkady (Madurai Airport (IXM), about 140 km, or Cochin (COK), about 150 km). We can add flights or train tickets from Chennai or any other city to your quote.

How much does this package cost?

We quote each trip individually because the price depends on travel dates, hotel category, room sharing and group size. Request a quote and we send a price on WhatsApp.