Kerala, India

Thekkady (Periyar)

Periyar Tiger Reserve — boat safaris on a man-made lake to spot elephants, gaur and sometimes tigers.

Right nowlast data 28 d ago

Thekkady's Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary is currently active with good chances to spot elephants and other animals. Recent weather shows mild temperatures around 26°C with moderate rainfall over the past month. If you visit this week, be prepared for occasional rain but enjoy the pleasant hill climate and wildlife sightings.

Confidence: 80%

Weather

7-day forecast

26°C75% humidity

➡️8 km/h wind

Fri 19

26°

20°

12 mm

↗️9

Sat 20

27°

19°

0 mm

↗️12

Sun 21

25°

18°

4 mm

↗️13

Mon 22

24°

20°

6 mm

↗️16

Tue 23

25°

20°

6 mm

↗️17

Wed 24

24°

20°

5 mm

➡️16

Thu 25

24°

20°

7 mm

➡️14

☀️ Sun & Daylight

today

🌅 Sunrise

06:07 AM

🌇 Sunset

06:47 PM

📸 Golden hour

06:17 PM

⏱️ Daylight

12h 40m

Dawn 05:46 AM · Dusk 07:08 PM · Critical for ADV rides — avoid mountain roads after dusk.

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🕐 Visitor Info

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Timings

Periyar Tiger Reserve: 06:00-18:00 | Boat safari: 07:30, 09:30, 11:30, 14:00, 16:00 | Bamboo rafting: 08:00-15:00 | Tribal dance: 18:00-19:00

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Entry Fee

Entry: ₹50 (Indian), ₹500 (foreigner) | Boat safari: ₹300 (Indian), ₹1,000 (foreigner) | Bamboo rafting: ₹1,000-₹3,000 | Tribal dance: ₹150

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Closed On

No weekly closure. Boat safaris may be cancelled in heavy rain.

🛣️ Road Conditions

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Good highway from Kottayam (110 km) or Madurai (140 km). Winding road through cardamom plantations. Last 15 km narrow. Forest check-post before entry.

💡 Check local traffic updates before travelling. Conditions may change due to weather or construction.

Traveller Rating

Trip Cost Estimate

Days at Thekkady (Periyar)

Travellers

Accommodation (Eco-resort)₹12,000

Food & drinks (local meals)₹1,800

Local transport (within destination)₹1,800

Per person₹15,600

Total for 2 people₹31,200

Mid-range estimate. Excludes travel to/from Thekkady (Periyar), activities & entrance fees.

Air Quality

No station within 15 km.

Crowd Level

Quiet

Off-season — fewer crowds, easier bookings.

Rainfall

24 hours18 mm

7 days30 mm

30 days220 mm

7-Day Forecast

Sat🌦️26°20°2.7mm

Sun🌦️25°19°6.6mm

Mon🌦️26°20°3.6mm

Tue🌦️26°20°3.1mm

Wed🌦️26°21°3mm

Thu🌦️26°20°2.1mm

Fri🌦️25°20°3.6mm

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Travel Tips for Thekkady (Periyar)

🍽️ Food Safety

•Eat at resort restaurants — they cater specifically to tourists and maintain good hygiene.
•Avoid food stalls outside the park gates — they serve rushed tourists and quality is inconsistent.
•Pack light snacks for early morning safaris when restaurants are closed.

Try locally: Forest department canteen food (basic but safe) · Resort buffet breakfast · Packed lunch boxes from lodges

🏨 Where to Stay

Forest lodges₹2,000–₹6,000/night

Inside or adjacent to the park — book 30+ days ahead as slots fill fast.

Eco-resorts₹3,000–₹10,000/night

Include safari and meals — calculate total cost before comparing to hotels.

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