Day 03 Munnar/Thekkady:- Another leisurely start to the day. You will be driven 4 hours to Thekkady in the Western Ghats mountain range. Thekkady boasts one of the largest game parks of India - the Periyar Tiger Reserve, where you may spot the elusive tiger and more likely elephants, wild dogs and a large variety of birds. On arrival at Thekkady check in to the hotel.
There is plenty to do in and around Periyar. Perhaps enjoy a boat ride on Lake Periyar to spot wild animals and a visit to the nearby tea estates and spice plantation.
Overnight at Thekkady
Day 04 Thekkady/Kumarakom:- Today after breakfast you will be driven four hours to Kumarakom- a home to a wide variety of flora and fauna. It is a noted bird sanctuary where many species of migratory birds visit. The Vembanad Lake, the largest backwater in K erala, is habitat for many marine species and it teems with 'Karimeen' (Pearl Spotted Fish ), shrimp (chemmeen in local language) and prawns. The bird sanctuary extends over 14 acres (57,000 m²), and came into existence following preservation efforts from the government
Optional Bird Sanctuary visit or backwater cruise in the evening.
Overnight at Kumarakom
Day 05 Kumarakom/Cochin:-
After breakfast you will be transferred to the Cochin airport/railway station to board flight/train for onward destination.
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