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You can access so many places of tourist
significance nearby worth exploration. We
sugest
Kurisumala (3kms)
A trekker’s paradise and the highest peak in
Thekkady. Literally means the ’mountain of
the cross’, this hill offers a panoramic
view of surroundings including a glimpse of
Periyar Lake, Kumily town and vast areas of
nehbouring Tamil Nadu state.
Chellarkovil (17kms)
The sleepy wind-stricken village of verdant
landscape and cascading waterfalls. This
village offers a bird’s eye view of the
extensive coconut groves of Kamabam and the
palins of Theni in neihbouring Tamil Nadu.
Pandikuzhy (5kms)
This trekkers’ paradise is rich in flora and
splashing streams. The place is also set
apart with a typical natural beauty.
Ottakathalamedu (5kms)
An off-beat trekking spot. With the guidance
of Tourist Amenity Centre here, you can
explore nature and go adventurous.
Parumthumpara (25kms)
From the top of a cliff here, enjoy the
panoramic view of forests and plantations
seen as an endless carpet of greenery.
Ramakalmedu (28kms)
This mountain peak that overlooks eastern
slpoes of the Western Ghats and the vast
plains of Tamil Nadu. The place owes its
name to the tale that the lord Sree Rama,
the Hindu mythological god had set his foot
on this rock. Also, Kerala’s biggest statue,
Kuravan & Kurathy treats you here. The
rocks, between which the Idukki Arch Dam was
built, are named Kuravan & Kurathy, two
histrical characters of the local comminity.
Gavi (40kms)
The picturesque place of many choices;
trekking, bird watching, outdoor camping and
boating. Heading towards Gavi by Periyar
Tiger Reserve is a thrilling experience as
the ride goes past hills and valleys,
tropical forests and abundant plantations
giving you the closest look at wildlife
especially playful elephant herds.
Mangala Devi Temple
(10kms)
The temple dedicated to Kannaki is situated
on the top of a hill in Periyar Tiger
Reserve. You have to cover 12kms of rough
forest road to reach here. The temple opens
only once in a year for the public during
the annual chithrapournami festival.
Calvary Mount (48kms)
Both a pilgrim destination and trekiking
track. The view of Idukki Arch Dam from here
is sure to enthrall you. The State Forest
Department conducts trekking expeditions
exploring the wilds.
Idukki Arch Dam (58kms)
The world’s second and Asia’s first arch dam
built acorss hills. It is 650ft. in breadth
and 550ft. in height. The underground
powerhouse at Moolamattam is yet another
attraction. Adjacent to the dam lies Idukki
Wildlife Sanctuary.
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ng time. Feel
utmost comfort and luxury amid an enriching
setting where nature, in its pristine
beauty, soothes. Of 18 well furnished,
superbly spacious rooms, 2 Executive Rooms
provide an awesome, wide lens view of the
wildlife sanctuary. And also a good number
of zoom lens snapshots. Other elite choices
include 3 Deluxe and 13 Standard Rooms, each
facilitated with a private balcony that
takes you to the 
