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WALKING AND ADVENTURE.
The Western Ghats are a great place to walk or trek. The terrain
can be rugged or reasonably easy and there are superb
opportunities for wildlife spotting. The chances of seeing rare
birds or mammals increases dramatically if you can get away from
the centres of activity – and the best way to do this is to walk.
In some places there may be forest lodges or homestays to
overnight in; elsewhere it is a matter of camping.
Cycling Trips
If you enjoy cycling and mountain scenery then why not include a
few days cycling in your tour. We can offer a variety of cycling
trips in and around Munnar. For example, you can take a one
night/two day trip around Munnar with the night spent in a
comfortable tented camp. Alternatively you can cycle from Munnar
to Periyar, which takes three days, averaging 40km per day. The
bicycles supplied are Trek/Rincon bikes with 21 gears and also
included are guides, a mechanic and support vehicle,
accommodation and all meals, passes and permits where necessary
and first aid.
Munnar High
This three day/two night trek is through highly mountainous
terrain. The eco-system is primarily shola-grassland type. This
trekking and camping trip takes place in the tea growing area of
Munnar. The mountains here are home to the endemic and highly
endangered Nilgiri Tahr. The trek passes through typical tea
country and sholas - the habitats of the Nilgiri Tahr, elephants
and gaur (Indian bison). On the first day you will arrive at
Silent Valley Tea Estate near Munnar. The trek starts at noon to
Rodo Valley. Evening trek to Selva Malai for possible sightings
of the endangered Nilgiri Tahrs. On the second day trek to
Meesapulimala, the second highest peak south of the Himalayas.
(2640 meters). The world’s highest tea estate – Kolukumalai - can
be seen as well as the plains of the neighbouring state of Tamil
Nadu. The trek passes through (high altitude montane evergreen
forests), rhododendrons forests, pine forests and spectacular
valleys. Trek to Suryanelli camp. Arrive in time for lunch. Camp
fire and dinner. On day three you depart the camp and proceed to
your next destination.
Munnar Hills
Similar itinerary as Munnar High but with just one night of
camping.
KERALA WILDLIFE TOUR
This tour includes a number of Kerala’s National parks and
Wildlife Sanctuaries. All the places visited offer a good range
of wildlife, especially birds. Most of the accommodation is in
good quality hotels but at Thattekkad it is at a permanent tented
camp.
Detailed itinerary available on request..
Day 1
Arrive Cochin or Trivandrum. Transfer to Alleppey and board a
houseboat. Cruise backwaters. Two nights on houseboat.
Day 2
Cruising backwaters. Good variety of water birds to be seen.
Day 3
Disembark at Kumarakom. Rest of day at leisure. Two nights at
backwater resort.
Day 4
There is good wildlife spotting potential at this resort,
including Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary (right next to the resort), a
paddy field and a butterfly garden. There is a naturalist on
site.
Day 5
Early morning visit to bird sanctuary. Transfer to Thekkady
(Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary). Three nights at Periyar Wildlife
Sanctuary.
Day 6
Early morning guided trek in jungle followed by a guided
plantation visit.
Day 7
At Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary. There are a number of optional
activities on offer in the area.
Day 8
Morning transfer to Munnar. Afternoon at leisure or exploring the
area. Two nights in Munnar.
Day 9
Full day trip to Manavan Shola.
Day 10
Transfer to Thattekkad. Early evening birding with guide. Two
nights at Thattekkad.
Day 11
Day birding with guide.
Day 12
Transfer by car to railway station. Train to Calicut and transfer
to Wayanad. Two nights at Wayanad.
Day 13
Local birdwatching / trekking.
Day 14
Transfer by car to Calicut. One night in Calicut.
Day 15
Tour ends. Transfer by car to Calicut Airport.
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Per Person Prices From… |
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£1,290 |
- This tariff is for the season starting 1
October 2007 through to 30 September 2008
- The prices above are per person based on two
people travelling together and sharing a
double/twin room.
- Please note that our prices do not include the
costs of international flights to and from the
destination. Airfares are on application.
- Prices for single occupancy, more than two
people travelling together, adaptations to the
suggested tours and tailor-made tours on
application.
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If you don’t like the idea of camping at Thattekkad
there are alternative places to stay.
If you like the idea of staying in a treehouse you
can upgrade to one at Wayanad.
If you want to see some marine life - fly to the
Lakshadweep Islands from Cochin.
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KERALA NATURAL HISTORY SAFARI
Discover the amazing bio-diversity of the Western Ghats in this
seven night tour. The area covered includes lowland forests, high
altitude mountain forests, rain forests and dry deciduous
forests. Accommodation is in tents, tribal huts, forest bungalows
and homestays. As well as jeep safaris a fair amount of walking
is included. It is therefore only suitable for reasonably fit and
outdoor people. Further details on request.
Day 1
Tour starts at Thattekkad Bird Sanctuary. Accommodation is in
tented camp on the banks of the Periyar River. Camping for three
nights.
Days 2 - 3
Two full days in the area with plenty of opportunities for guided
birding trips and wildlife walks.
Day 4
Transfer to the hill station of Munnar. Visit wildlife sanctuary
to see the Nilgiri Tahr. Accommodation in Tea Estate bungalow for
two nights.
Day 5
Full day in the Munnar area. Opportunities to take guided birding
walks, wildlife walks and safaris or visit a tea estate and
factory or a tribal village.
Day 6
Transfer to the Indira Gandhi National Park area. Guided bird /
wildlife walks in the area. Accommodation in Tea Estate bungalow
for two nights.
Day 7
Guided bird / wildlife walks in the area.
Day 8
Depart the area and proceed to your next destination.
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Per Person Prices From… |
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£740 |
- This tariff is for the season starting 1
October 2007 through to 30 September 2008
- The prices above are per person based on two
people travelling together and sharing a
double/twin room.
- Please note that our prices do not include the
costs of international flights to and from the
destination. Airfares are on application.
- Prices for single occupancy, more than two
people travelling together, adaptations to the
suggested tours and tailor-made tours on
application.
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Because this is only a seven night tour we
anticipate that it will be combined with a
tailor-made tour.
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