Top Wildlife Parks and Sanctuaries of Kerala
Kerala is a wonderful state and is located in the south western part of India. It is amazingly gifted by the nature and holds some of the finest tourism attractions that are hard to find anywhere else in any corner of the world. It is the land of scenic glory and has some of the finest attractions that allure thousands and hundreds of tourists, nature lovers and holiday makers from across the nook and corner of the world.
Kerala has so many alluring tourism attractions and all are incredibly beautiful, alluring and fascinating. It is home to many scintillating tourism destination but apart from all these, Kerala wildlife parks and sanctuaries are much popular among the nature lovers and wildlife lovers.
Due to the favourable geographical conditions, availability of the vast stretches of the dense forest and blissful climatic conditions l have contributed in flourishing of the wildlife parks and sanctuaries in Kerala. It’s truly an incredible place if you are looking forward for wildlife tours and safari.
So if you are interested in wildlife tour or looking forward for safari in the dense jungle, below listed wildlife parks and sanctuaries are ideal.
Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary
Wayanad is one of the most popular wildlife parks and sanctuaries in Kerala. Being the part of the Wayanad Plateau, the sanctuary is home to various wild animals, tigers, leopards and elephants. Rich in bio-diversity the sanctuary is integral part of the Nilgiri biosphere reserve. The ideal period to visit this place is between June to October.
Neyyar Wildlife Sanctuary
Extending for only 9.06 sq km, the Neyyar wildlife reserves a popular wildlife sanctuary, known for its lion safari, deer park and crocodile farm. Here one can also enjoy boating which gives enthralling experiences.
Peppera Wildlife Sanctuary
Located at about 50 kms north east of Thiruvananthapuram, Peppera Wildlife Sanctuary is spread over an area of 53 sq km. The sanctuary has a catchment area, constructed across Karamana River to supply drinking water to the Thiruvananthapuram City. The sanctuary is home to various species of animals including tiger, panther, wild dog, gaur, mouse deer, Nilgiri langur and sambhar.
Thattekkad Wildlife Sanctuary
Located in the Northern bank of the Periyar river, Thattekkad Wildlife Sanctuary is one of the most popular bird sanctuary in Kerala. It is home to various species of bird of around 500 different species. The most popular birds that one can see during Thattekkad Wildlife sanctuary is Falcon, Jungle Fowl, white brested water hen, rose billed roller, hornbill and frogmoth.
Well talking about Kerala wildlife sanctuaries, there are so many exotic animals and parks which are ideal for safari for viewing various species of animals and birds. Along with the wildlife tours one can also enjoy tours to many other wonderful destinations with immense pleasure and delights.
So what are you waiting for? Choose the right and the tailor made tour package and explore the bewilderments of the wildlife sanctuaries and enigmatic beauty of Kerala tourism.
So come and explore the beauty of this beautiful paradise on earth and take back home incredible memories to relish in forever.
Abhay is an eminent analyst and writer in Travel & Tourism related topics. He has authored many books on tour guide for Kerala backwaters.
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