Wayanad District, in the north-east of Kerala, India, was formed on November 1, 1980 as the 12th district, carved out of Kozhikode District and Kannur District. Though the the word Wayanad is believed by some to have originated from Vayal (paddy) and Naad (land), ‘Land of Paddy Fields’, some scholars disagree.
The region was known as Mayakshetra (Maya’s land) in the earliest records. Mayakshetra evolved into Mayanad and finally to Wayanad. There are many indigenous tribals in this area. It is set high on the majestic Western Ghats with altitudes ranging from 700 to 2100 m. The district is going through its worst agrarian crisis.
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Arrive at Calicut/Kozhikode International airport or the railway station, and our representative(s) will take you to Wayanad (about 4 hours’ drive).
You will be delighted with the mesmerising sight of hills, caves hiding some secrets of the past, lakes reflecting the surrounding lustrous forests, small streams, and miniature water falls caressing the hills and dales.
So much beauty, so much charm all around; you feel a thunderbolt within. Leisure and ecstasy will wipe the weariness of a long, drawn journey off your brow; yes, you are safe, happy, and comfortable in our guidance.
We take you to the caves of Wayanad for they have a story of some ancient natives to tell you. We are with you as you move leisurely through the forests, singing the tune of birds in the forests.
We are with you as your feet carelessly touch the cool dew drops from the morning grass and the eyes watch a thousand suns above. On your arrival at Vyttri/Kalpetta, you are cordially led into the leisure of the hotel room.
You are free for the evening or can visit Pookode Lake, 3 km south of Vythiri, the enduring freshwater lake nestled among wooded hills. You have an overnight stay in the coziness of the hotel room with much anticipated sweet expectations of the beautiful landscape waiting in store for you for the next few days.
After the breakfast, proceed to a full-day of local sightseeing. You will be delighted to visit the Chembra peak—at about 2100 mts above MSL. It is a ‘Trekker’s Paradise’ of incredible scenic beauty.
From Chembra Hill, we get a view of Neelimala View Point and Vaduvanchal, which is an excellent venue for trekking with lots of inspiring trails. Meenmutty Falls is yet another remarkable 2 km jungle trek off the main Ooty road.
Meenmutty has also the largest and one of the most amazing waterfalls in Wayanad. Lakkidi, the gateway to Wayanad, is situated 700 m above MSL, at the shell of Thamarassery Ghat (pass). Overnight will be spent at resorts with the evergreen memory and twinkling thoughts.
In the morning, after breakfast, you are off for a full day of local sightseeing, during which you will be led to the famous Edakkal caves, 12 km from Sulthan Bathery.
There are three (3) caves located at a height of 1000 m on Ambukuthi Mala near Ambalavayal. The new Stone Age pictographic writings on the walls of these natural caves at Edakkal are an indication of the civilizations that existed in the regions in prehistoric times.
Chethalayam Falls: Chethalayam is one of the waterfalls in Wayanad. Its surroundings offer a number of vantage points for bird-watching. It is also popular with trekking enthusiasts.
Muniyaras: These are the unique series of ancient burial vaults unearthed during excavations at various points around the bottom of the Ambukuthi Hills in the district of Wayanad.
Wayanad wild life sanctuary, Muthanga: Established in 1973, the Wayanad wild life sanctuary is adjacent to the protected area network of Nagarhole and Bandipur of Karnataka on the north-east and Muthumalai of Tamil Nadu on the south-east.
Overnight will be stay at hotel.
In the morning, after breakfast, check out of the hotel and proceed to Kozhicode. En route, visit the Pazhassiraja Museum & Art Gallery, 5 km from the town, which displays historic bronzes, coins, megalithic relics, murals, and paintings by artists of Kerala.
Mananchira Square is the heart of Kozhikode, and Mananchira Tank used to be the private bath of the Samuthiris. On the Kappad Beach there is a small stone monument to commemorate Vasco da Gama’s arrival in India.
If time permits, you will be lucky to cover Calicut Beach and Beypore Beach. In the evening, proceed to the airport/railway station to board your flight/train.
As you go home, let the ever-relaxing memory of God’s own country remain in your mind.
