{"id":13345,"date":"2022-02-23T17:12:16","date_gmt":"2022-02-23T11:42:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/?p=13345"},"modified":"2024-05-24T20:09:04","modified_gmt":"2024-05-24T14:39:04","slug":"things-to-do-in-thekkady","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/things-to-do-in-thekkady\/","title":{"rendered":"Top Things to Do in Thekkady &#8211; A complete Travel Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Experience the awe-inspiring beauty of Thekkady, a captivating destination nestled in the picturesque landscapes of Kerala. Immerse yourself in a world of exciting possibilities as you uncover the abundant things to do in this nature-rich haven. From embarking on exhilarating wildlife safaris in the renowned Periyar National Park to cruising along the tranquil waters of Periyar Lake, Thekkady offers a myriad of experiences to satisfy every adventurer&#8217;s soul. To ensure a seamless exploration of this enchanting region, consider <a href=\"https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/kochi\/book-taxi?utm_source=blogpost&amp;utm_medium=travelguide&amp;utm_campaign=blogtoweb\">hiring a reliable cab service from Kochi <\/a>that will be your trusted companion throughout your journey. With a private cab at your disposal, you can effortlessly delve into the lush greenery, visit aromatic spice plantations, partake in captivating elephant rides, and create cherished memories in this natural paradise. Let the wonders of Thekkady unfold before your eyes as you embark on an unforgettable adventure, embracing the perfect harmony between nature and exploration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A scenic nature destination, Thekkady is a popular travel destination in the Idukki district of Kerala. Surrounded by lush forests of the Western Ghats. The beautiful landscape and activities here make it a great tourist destination. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"680\" src=\"https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/1024px-Thekkady-in-Kerala-State-1024x680.jpg\" alt=\"Thekkady Travel Guide\" class=\"wp-image-13346\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/1024px-Thekkady-in-Kerala-State.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/1024px-Thekkady-in-Kerala-State-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/1024px-Thekkady-in-Kerala-State-768x510.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Table of Contents<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"#things\"><strong>Things to do<\/strong><\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#places\">Places to visit<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#near\">Places to visit nearby<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#eat\">Places to eat<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong><a href=\"#history\">History &amp; Geography of Thekkady<\/a><\/strong><\/li><li><a href=\"#famous\"><strong>What is Thekkady famous for?<\/strong><\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#plan\"><strong>How to Plan a trip to Thekkady<\/strong><\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#reach\">How to reach<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#time\">Best time to visit<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#stay\"><strong>Places to stay <\/strong><\/a><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"things\"><strong>Things to Do<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The best part of this vacation is the number of things you can do besides sightseeing.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/kochi\/kochi-to-thekkady-cabs?utm_source=blogpost&amp;utm_medium=travelguide&amp;utm_campaign=blogtoweb\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Thekkady.webp\" alt=\"Kochi to Thekkady\" class=\"wp-image-38409\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Join a jungle trek and take explore the forests.<\/strong> There are guided treks available for tourists, where you can walk along designated nature trails, spot any of the 266 species of birds or lose yourself to the beauty of wildflowers.<\/li><li><strong>You can also take a Jeep safari through the Periyar National Park<\/strong>, and spot wild animals, birds, or exotic plants.<\/li><li>To make your wildlife experience more exciting, you can try a forest stay in Thekkady.<strong> You can camp at designated camping grounds or stay at one of the forest lodges\/cabins<\/strong>, where they also conduct various adventure activities.<\/li><li><strong>Go on a spice plantation tour.<\/strong> The forests are a treasure trove of spices such as black pepper, cardamom, cinnamon, nutmeg, mace, ginger, and clove. You can explore the plantations and see how these herbs are cultivated and take home some freshly harvested, unadulterated exotic spices.<\/li><li><strong>Don\u2019t miss a ride on an elephant. <\/strong>You can visit an elephant camp in Thekkady for the same or you can also explore the forests on an elephant. The elephant safaris usually last about an hour.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"places\"><strong>Places to visit in Thekkady<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/17161469470_17af63b9fd_k-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Thekkady\" class=\"wp-image-13356\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/17161469470_17af63b9fd_k-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/17161469470_17af63b9fd_k-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/17161469470_17af63b9fd_k-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/17161469470_17af63b9fd_k.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Filled with natural treasures, there\u2019s no shortage of places to see in Thekkady and its surrounding areas. You can <a href=\"http:\/\/savaari.com\/thekkady\/book-taxi\">book a local hourly car rental in Thekkady &amp; check out these popular tourist places<\/a> on your trip \u2013\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. <strong>Periyar National Park<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>How to Reach<\/strong> \u2013 The national park is located at 5KM from the town centre. You can book a cab or rent a car for the day to travel and return. Or you can stay at the national park.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Timings<\/strong>&#8211; 6AM &#8211; 7PM, Night Safari after 8PM<\/li><li><strong>Entry Fee<\/strong>&#8211; INR 45 (adult), INR 15 (child)<\/li><li><strong>Time Required<\/strong>&#8211; 1 day<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Periyar\/Thekkady Lake Boating&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>How to Reach<\/strong> \u2013 The lake area is 12 km away from the main town. You can book a cab or rent a car to reach.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Timings<\/strong>&#8211; 7:30AM, 9:30AM, 11:15AM, 1:45PM and 3:30PM.<\/li><li><strong>Entry Fee<\/strong>&#8211; INR 225 (adult), INR 75 (child)<\/li><li><strong>Time Required<\/strong>&#8211; 2-3 hours<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. <strong>Green Park Ayurvedic &amp; Spices Plantation<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>How to Reach<\/strong> \u2013 The plantation is only 3KM away from the main town. You can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/thekkady\/car-rental?utm_source=blogpost&amp;utm_medium=travelguide&amp;utm_campaign=blogtoweb\">book a cab<\/a>, rent a car, or take the local transport to reach.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Timings<\/strong>&#8211; 9.30AM-5.30PM<\/li><li><strong>Entry Fee<\/strong>&#8211; INR 100\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Time Required<\/strong>&#8211; 2-3 hours<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. Kadathanadan Kalari Centre<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>How to Reach <\/strong>\u2013 The art centre is only 1.4KM from the main town. You can easily walk or book a cab or take the local bus from any other part of the town to reach.<\/li><li><strong>Timings<\/strong>&#8211; For shows \u2013 5PM to 6PM &amp; 7PM to 8PM<\/li><li><strong>Entry Fee<\/strong>&#8211; INR 200\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Time Required<\/strong>&#8211; 1-2 hours<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. Kumily Elephant Camp&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>How to Reach<\/strong> \u2013 The elephant camp is located at 1.5KM from the main town. You can walk, take the local bus or book a cab to reach.<\/li><li><strong>Timings<\/strong>&#8211; 9AM-6PM<\/li><li><strong>Entry Fee<\/strong>&#8211; INR 350-1500 depending on ride duration.<\/li><li><strong>Time Required<\/strong>&#8211; 2-3 hours<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"near\"><strong>Places to visit near Thekkady<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There are a lot of other scenic and interesting places near the town to visit, which you can easily include in your sightseeing \u2013&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. <strong>Eravikulam National Park<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/48273690681_b2abbb3e5f_k-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Thekkady\" class=\"wp-image-13348\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/48273690681_b2abbb3e5f_k-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/48273690681_b2abbb3e5f_k-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/48273690681_b2abbb3e5f_k-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/48273690681_b2abbb3e5f_k.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption> Eravikulam national Park <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>How to Reach<\/strong> \u2013 The park is located at 93KM from Thekkady. You have to book a cab or rent a private car for an entire day to travel and return.<\/li><li><strong>Timings<\/strong>&#8211; 7.30AM-4.30PM<\/li><li><strong>Entry Fee-<\/strong> INR 90 (adult), INR 65 (child)<\/li><li><strong>Time Required-<\/strong> 4-5 hours<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/2316233336_6bd373916d_k-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary \" class=\"wp-image-13349\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/2316233336_6bd373916d_k-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/2316233336_6bd373916d_k-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/2316233336_6bd373916d_k-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/2316233336_6bd373916d_k.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption> Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary&nbsp; <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>How to Reach<\/strong> \u2013 The sanctuary is located at 123 km from Thekkady. You can book an outstation cab for two days to travel and return.<\/li><li><strong>Timings<\/strong>&#8211; 6AM-6PM<\/li><li><strong>Entry Fee-<\/strong> INR 50<\/li><li><strong>Time Required<\/strong>&#8211; 2-3 hours<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Idukki Dam<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/139218814_7a095a3990_k-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Idukki Dam\" class=\"wp-image-13350\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/139218814_7a095a3990_k-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/139218814_7a095a3990_k-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/139218814_7a095a3990_k-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/139218814_7a095a3990_k.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>How to Reach<\/strong> \u2013 The dam area is located at about 60KM from Thekkady. You can book a cab or rent a car to reach.<\/li><li><strong>Timings<\/strong>&#8211; 9AM-5 PM<\/li><li><strong>Entry Fee<\/strong>&#8211; INR 25, boating: INR 125<\/li><li><strong>Time Required<\/strong>&#8211; 2-3 hours<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. Vagamon<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/8000599785_9fae84dbe2_k-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Vagamon\" class=\"wp-image-13351\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/8000599785_9fae84dbe2_k-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/8000599785_9fae84dbe2_k-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/8000599785_9fae84dbe2_k-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/8000599785_9fae84dbe2_k.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>How to Reach<\/strong> \u2013 The tiny hamlet is located at 46KM from Thekkady. You can book a cab for the day to travel and explore the village and return the same day.<\/li><li><strong>Timings<\/strong>&#8211; 24 hours<\/li><li><strong>Entry Fee<\/strong>&#8211; NA<\/li><li><strong>Time Required<\/strong>&#8211; 1 day<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Sabarimala Temple\/Ayyappa Temple<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"532\" src=\"https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/5134875882_0e42c121c6_o.jpg\" alt=\"Sabarimala Temple\" class=\"wp-image-13352\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/5134875882_0e42c121c6_o.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/5134875882_0e42c121c6_o-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/5134875882_0e42c121c6_o-768x511.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption>Swamiyae Saranam Ayappa\u0085\u0085Ayyappa Temple, Sabarimala<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>How to Reach<\/strong> \u2013 The temple is 23KM away from Thekkady. You can book a cab or take the local bus to visit the temple and return the same day.<\/li><li><strong>Timings<\/strong>&#8211; 4AM-11PM<\/li><li><strong>Entry Fee<\/strong>&#8211; Free<\/li><li><strong>Time Required<\/strong>&#8211; 2-3 hours<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"eat\"><strong>Places to eat in Thekkady<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Sample the local flavours at some of these top-rated eateries \u2013&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Ebony\u2019s Caf\u00e9 Restaurant&nbsp;<\/li><li>Hotel Thekkady Caf\u00e9&nbsp;<\/li><li>SORA&nbsp;<\/li><li>Tusker Caf\u00e9&nbsp;<\/li><li>Drizzle Thekkady&nbsp;<\/li><li>Rangerwood Castle Restaurant&nbsp;<\/li><li>Periyar Tiger Caf\u00e9 Restaurant&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"history\">History &amp; Geography of Thekkady<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Thekkady sits just 4KM off the border of Tamil Nadu and Kerala. It is located at 257KM from Trivandrum, 155KM from Kochi, and 107KM from Kottayam. The town serves as the entry point to the Periyar National Park, one of the largest and most prominent wildlife reserves in the country.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The entire region is famous for dense vegetation of teak and other exotic woods, savanna grasslands, and diverse flora and fauna. The forests, hills and valleys, surrounded by spice plantations, the town is a treat for nature lovers.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"famous\"><strong>What is Thekkady famous for?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"686\" src=\"https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/5655453984_1751739e21_k-1024x686.jpg\" alt=\"Elephant-Spotting in Periyar National Park, Thekkady\" class=\"wp-image-13347\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/5655453984_1751739e21_k-1024x686.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/5655453984_1751739e21_k-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/5655453984_1751739e21_k-768x514.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/5655453984_1751739e21_k.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption> Elephant-Spotting in Periyar National Park <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The town is synonymous with the Periyar National Park. The Periyar wildlife sanctuary is one of the most diverse and intriguing wildlife sanctuaries of India. Spreading across 925 sq. km. of area (including buffer regions) the sanctuary is home to rich and varied species of flora, fauna, and vegetation, including a host of endangered species of each. The national park also houses a huge artificial lake, formed by the outflow of the Mullaperiyar Dam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The highlight of Periyar forests is its expansive sanctuary of tigers. Declared a tiger reserve in 1978, this national park boasts a sizeable population of Bengal tigers, as well as a notable population of elephants. There are also several sambar deer, Indian bison, lion-tailed macaques and Nilgiri langurs, as well as 171 types of wild grass, 140 varieties of orchids, sandalwood, eucalyptus and bamboo found all around the forest area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"plan\"><strong>How to Plan a Trip to Thekkady<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"reach\"><strong>How to reach Thekkady<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>By Train<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>There is no railway station in Thekkady. The nearest railway station is in Kottayam, 114 km away. Kottayam is well-connected to all major cities and towns in Kerala and other neighbouring states. For long-distance trains, you can travel to Kochi. From either of these stations, you have to take the local bus or book a cab to reach Thekkady.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>By Road<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Thekkady is easily accessible from the cities of Trivandrum, Madurai, and Kochi via NH183. There are regular state-run and private buses from Kottayam, Kochi, Trivandrum, Vagamon, Munnar, Madurai, Dindigul and other major towns and cities nearby. The best way to reach Thekkady from any of these places is to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/kochi\/car-rental?utm_source=blogpost&amp;utm_medium=travelguide&amp;utm_campaign=blogtoweb\">book an outstation cab or rent a private car and do a road trip<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>By Flight<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>There is no flight service to Thekkady. The nearest airport is in Madurai, 136KM away. The nearest international airport is in Kochi, about 146KM away. There are regular flights from most cities and towns to Madurai and Kochi. From either of these airports, you can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/madurai\/airport-taxi?utm_source=blogpost&amp;utm_medium=travelguide&amp;utm_campaign=blogtoweb\">hire an airport cab or book a taxi to reach Thekkady<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"time\"><strong>Best time to visit Thekkady<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The climate can be defined as a wet tropical climate. Summers are hot and humid with temperatures becoming too harsh to explore. The Spring months of March and April are pleasant with intermittent dry patches. This is when it becomes easier to explore the wild. But for better outdoor adventures, the best time is between October and February, when the weather is conducive to venture out and engage in various activities. The weather here is also good during the monsoon when the rainfall reduces the summer heat but it is not advisable to travel around the hilly roads and forests in the rain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"stay\"><strong>Best Hotels and Resorts in Thekkady<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>From budget hotels in Thekkady to luxury resorts, you will find all kinds of accommodation options in this scenic town. Some places in Thekkady also have options for tree houses. Check out some of these best resorts in Thekkady for a memorable vacation \u2013&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Lake Palace KTDC Thekkady<\/li><li>The Elephant Court<\/li><li>Hills and Hues Resort Thekkady<\/li><li>Spice Village \u2013 CGH Earth Thekkady<\/li><li>Hotel Ambadi&nbsp;<\/li><li>Wildernest<\/li><li>Poetree Sarovar Portico&nbsp;<\/li><li>Vanya Tree House<\/li><li>Woodnote Thekkady&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/savaari.com\/mobile-app\">Download our Savaari car rental app for a smooth and pleasant journey<\/a>.&nbsp;<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tamil Nadu is filled with breathtaking hills and you can access all these places like Thekkady from Chennai very easily. Access&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.savaari.com\/blog\/places-to-visit-near-chennai-bookmark-these-awesome-road-trips\/\">Savaari\u2019s curated list of such places near Chennai<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A scenic nature destination, Thekkady is a popular travel destination in the Idukki district of Kerala. Surrounded by lush forests of the Western Ghats, Thekkady sits just 4KM off the border of Tamil Nadu and Kerala. 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