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3-Day Wayanad Expedition from Calicut with Wildlife and Cave Trek

3 Days Round trip from Kozhikode Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 See wild elephants and other mammals in the Muthanga forest
  • 02 Go for an adventurous hike up Ambukuthi Hill near Edakkal Cave
  • 03 Enjoy boating on the freshwater Pookode Lake
  • 04 Explore Kuruva Island's 955 acres of green forest on the Kabani tributaries

Sign up for this tour to experience Wayanad's rich culture, traditions, and wildlife while witnessing scenic views with lush greenery. Explore major highlights such as Ambukuthi Hill near Edakkal Cave and the freshwater Pookode Lake. Walk through the famous Muthanga forest in the Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary and spot mammals, birds, and herds of elephants.

Walk through the famous Muthanga forest in the Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary and spot mammals, birds, and herds of elephants.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included · Premium
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Kozhikode, Kalpetta, Wayanad
Languages English, Hindi, Malayalam, Tamil

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Calicut and Transfer to Wayanad

  • Your Wayanad trip starts on your arrival at Calicut airport or railway station. Our representative/chauffeur will welcome you at the arrival terminal or gate, and you will be driven directly to the resort.
  • On the way, you will be delighted by the mesmerizing sight of hills and lakes reflecting the surrounding lustrous forests, caves, small streams, and miniature waterfalls.
  • Upon arrival, you will be cordially led into the leisure of your hotel room.

Overnight stay at the hotel.

2
Day 02

Edakkal Cave Trek, Muthanga Forest, and Kuruva Island

  • After a healthy breakfast at the hotel in the morning, proceed for a full day of sightseeing in Wayanad. A trek up Ambukuthi Hill near Ambalavayal takes you to the Neolithic cave site of Edakkal.
  • Later, visit the Muthanga forest in the Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary, where you can watch herds of wild elephants along with other mammals and birds.
  • After lunch, proceed to Kuruva Island. This beautiful island occupies 955 acres of green forest on the tributaries of the east-flowing Kabani River.
  • Next, you will be driven back to your hotel.

Overnight stay at the hotel.

3
Day 03

Vythiri Visit and Pookode Lake Excursion

  • After breakfast, check out from the hotel and proceed to Vythiri, just 12 km from Kalpetta.
  • Visit Pookode Lake, the enduring freshwater lake nestled among wooded hills, 3 km south of Vythiri. You can also enjoy boating on the lake.
  • Later, we will drive you back to the airport or railway station for your onward journey.

Trip ends.

Ambukuthi Hill, Edakkal Cave, Muthanga forest, Pookode Lake

Where this trip takes you

Ambukuthi Hill, Edakkal Cave, Muthanga forest, Pookode Lake

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Kozhikode 3 cities · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • A/C Swift Dzire or similar vehicle from arrival until return
  • 2 nights in Wayanad
  • Daily breakfast from the hotel
  • Accommodation on a double-sharing basis in a deluxe room
  • Sightseeing at all places as per the itinerary
  • All expenses related to the driver and vehicle
  • All taxes and service charges

What's Not Included

  • Anything not mentioned in the inclusions

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Calicut Airport Rd, Nayabazar, Karipur, Kerala, India
Tour start
Kozhikode, Kerala, India
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 3 days finish where they began, in Kozhikode.

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Estimated room rates

Single Room ₹10,000.00 — ₹20,000.00
Double Sharing ₹10,000.00

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