| Wayanad’s unique geographical features lend | | | | birds, orchids and herbs are the sovereigns of this |
| a peculiar charm and a delightful challenge to | | | | supernal kingdom.The nearest town is |
| trekkers and nature freaks. Its fascinating | | | | Mananthavady and only 17 km. |
| scenery and wonderful climate creates an | | | | Phantom Rock |
| unforgettable experience. Apart from the | | | | |
| breathtaking scenery, its long history offers | | | | Located close to Ambalavayal town, Phantom |
| visitors the opportunity to explore a range of | | | | Rock; named so because of it’s skull head |
| interesting spots.The various places of touristic, | | | | shape, is locally called Cheengeri Mala. The |
| ecological, religious, and historic importance in the | | | | immediate surroundings offer excellent photo |
| district are, | | | | opportunities. |
| Edakkal Caves | | | | Thirunelli Temple |
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| An interesting trek up the Ambukuthi Hill near | | | | The temple is on the banks of the beautiful |
| Ambalavayal town takes you to the fascinating | | | | Papanasi River. It is believed that people can wash |
| neolithic cave site of Edakkal. Etchings found on | | | | out their sins by immersing themselves here in |
| the walls of these caves have drawn the serious | | | | the water. (80kms – 3hr drive) |
| attention of archaeologists and historians | | | | Chembra Peak |
| worldwide. | | | | |
| With at least three distinct sets of petroglyphs, | | | | The highest peak in Wayanad at 2100mts above |
| the earliest thought to date back over 5000 | | | | sea level, this spot provides a breathtaking view |
| years, it is assumed that the Edakkal caves had | | | | of the entire valley and also has a path for |
| been inhabited at various stages in history. | | | | trekking enthusiasts. (27kms – 1½ hr drive) |
| An interesting attraction close by is a telescope | | | | Chain Tree |
| installed by the DTPC a few feet from the caves | | | | |
| that offers a panoramic view of the surrounding | | | | Even today, a chain still hangs from a Banyan |
| country. | | | | tree to mark the spot where a British Colonialist |
| Edakkal Caves 1000mts above sea level, this | | | | murdered an Adivasi tribesman (and thus, the |
| ancient natural cave exhibits ancient carvings, | | | | name) |
| paintings and inscriptions dating back to the stone | | | | Wildlife Sanctuaries |
| ages. | | | | |
| Pookode Lake | | | | Wayanad abounds in wildlife sanctuaries. Elephants, |
| | | | spotted deer, sloth bear, samba and gaur are just |
| Set in a beautiful valley and surrounded by | | | | some of the species you can spot. The distances |
| evergreen forests and wooded hills, Pookote is | | | | of the various sanctuaries from the resort are as |
| one of Wayanad’s top visitor draws. This | | | | follows: |
| natural lake near Lakkidi is just a short distance | | | | Muthanga – 55kms |
| off the National Highway 212. It has been | | | | Nagarhole – 70kms |
| developed as a recreational centre having boating | | | | Bandipur – 75kms |
| facilities, children’s park, shop for souvenirs | | | | Muthumala – 100kms |
| and spices, and a fresh water aquarium. Replete | | | | Tholpatti – 70kms |
| with a café and restaurant, this is a good | | | | Pakshipathalam |
| setting for day outings with family. | | | | |
| Kanthanpara Falls | | | | Located deep within the forest in the Brahmagiri |
| Relatively smaller than Sentinal Rock, and rather | | | | hills at an altitude of more than 1700 mtrs, |
| less frequented, Kanthanpara and it’s | | | | Pakshipathalam is a formation of large boulders, |
| surroundings are nonetheless very pleasant. An | | | | some as tall as two storey buildings. |
| easy hike away from the main road, it’s | | | | The deep caves found here are home to a wide |
| perfect for picnics. | | | | variety of birds, animals and distinctive species of |
| Kuruva Islands | | | | plants. |
| | | | The journey involves an arduous 7 km. trek |
| Kuruvadweep is a unique and fragile 950 acre | | | | through thick forest commencing at Thirunelli. |
| protected river delta system on the Kabini | | | | (Special permission required from DFO- North |
| River.The island is uninhabited. Rare species of | | | | Wayanad at Mananthavady). |