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Idukki Tour and Travel Guide

Idukki Tour and Travel Guide

Idukki–Place of wonderful nature in all its majesty

About Idukki Tour and Travel Guide

Idukki is a wonderful place in Kerala and among the nature-rich locations in Kerala with more than half of the area covered with dense forest. This mesmerizing hill region is well known for its splendid wildlife sanctuaries, exotic bungalows, tea factories, rubber plantations as well as forests. You can come here through Kerala tour packages.

Idukki has a 650 feet long as well as 550 feet elevated arch dam on Kuravan Kurathi mountain, the biggest in the country. Anamudi is among the tallest peaks in India located in the south of the Himalayas and also falls in Idukki. This is among the regions of Kerala with enough ecotourism scope. You can come here through the Idukki tour packages.

 

What is the best time to visit Idukki?

The best time to visit Idukki is in the Winter season, falling between November and February. But you can visit the place at any time of the year due to the weather and scenic beauty. You can come here through the Kerala trip package conducted by Hellovisit.

How to Reach Idukki?

By Rail:- The nearest railway station is Kottayam

By Air:- the closest airport is Cochin airport. From here, you can access it by road.

 

Places to Visit in Idukki

Hill View Park, Idukki

Hill View Park, Idukki

Situated about one kilometer from the city center of Idukki, Hill View Park is established at 350 feet distance from the Idukki dam. As the name suggests, Hill View Park provides exemplary glimpses of the Cheruthoni as well as the Idukki Dams. You can come here through Kerala holiday tour packages. Apart from being an exotic travel destination, this park is a wonderful spot for diverse wildlife. You also have various adventure additions here and this including ziplining.

The slope leading to Hill View Park offers travelers a serene green atmosphere apart from various eating options. You can buy spiced chocolate. Hill View Park is a photographer's choice. You can come here through the Kerala vacation packages conducted by Hellovisit.

 

Kulamavu Dam, Idukki

Kulamavu Dam, Idukki

Located in Kulamavu, the Kulamavu Dam is on the list of gravity dams. Idukki Hydro Electric Power Plant encloses a manmade lake as well. This is a place for sightseeing. This is part of Periyar's power ventures. Photography is not permitted here. You have boating facilities on the lake on occasion. You also have some eating options. YOu can come here through Kerala tour packages.

 

Idukki Arch Dam, Idukki

Idukki Arch Dam, Idukki

Idukki Arch Dam, an engineering marvel, is situated in Kerala. It is an arch dam having double curvature and is constructed on River Periyar. Precisely, the dam is built in a gorge amid two hills, Kuravathi as well as Kuravan. It is at an elevation of around 550 feet and is a fine site to view. It is among the tallest arch dams in Asia. The sight of this engineering structure amid the granite hills is awesome. The surrounding area is lush green, and the reservoir is fascinating. To promote hydel tourism, boating in the reservoir is permitted. You can come here through Kerala adventure tour packages. View Idukki Packages

Painavu, Idukki

Painavu, Idukki

Situated about 10 km from Idukki, Painavu is a good place for shopping. A well-known stopover to Idukki as well as Cheruthoni Dam, the spot is well known for local handicrafts, silk as well as local clothes. Located amidst the Idukki Wildlife Sanctuary, this site is also a trekking zone. Comprising lush plantations, Painavu is also a top spot to witness elephants in the winters as well as the monsoons. It is among the much sought-after weekend getaways if you are traveling from Kochi or Munnar. You can come here through Idukki trek packages.

 

Nadukani, Idukki

Nadukani, Idukki

Nadukani is a mesmerizing place amid the wilderness of nature and thickly wooded hills. Located at an elevation of 3000 ft above sea level on the top of a hill, this place provides exotic glimpses of mountains in the north apart from River Muvattupuzha. You can come here through the Kerala environment trip package.

 

Anakkara, Idukki

Anakkara, Idukki

A small village located in the Idukki district, Anakkara is 50 sq. km in size. Located 18 km from the Idukki wildlife sanctuary, this spot is well known for its spice plantations as well as breathtaking waterfalls. You can come here through Kerala tour packages.

 

Keezharkuthu Falls, Idukki

Keezharkuthu Falls, Idukki

Not known much among tourist circles and having little crowd, Keezharkuthu Falls is a good spot for rock climbing, trekking, mountaineering as well as camping near the waterfall. You can come here through Kerala adventure tour packages conducted by Hellovisit.