5 Best Things to Do in Wayanad

The secluded paradise of Kerala – Wayanad, is one of the must-visit places for any traveler. Complemented by some of the best peaks of the Western Ghats and proudly protecting vast wildlife spaces, Wayanad is full of adventure, beauty, and mystery. Travelers come here to walk away from the daily puzzles of city life, and true to its nature Wayanad provides the perfect place to let go of all the tensions and relax. Full of fresh rivers, misty mountains, majestic forests, and cascading waterfalls, Wayanad is ‘the’ hill station of choice in India. What makes the place more interesting is its connection with history. Here you can find natural caves with pictorial carvings from the 10th century A.D. and even the neolithic age. Numerous temples and colonial factories add more adventure and mysticism to the city. The tourist destination is brimming with fragrant tea, spice estates, beautiful valleys, evergreen forests, and green meadows.

Swim in Natural Pools:

Wayanad is full of natural waterfalls cascading from heights and submerging the surrounding areas in its nostalgic sound. Menmutty, Soochipara, Kanthanpara, Thusharagiri, etc., are some of the beautiful falls in the district where visitors can enjoy the natural pools. These waterfalls cascading from enormous heights often form pools where people can enjoy swimming. Enjoying the surrounding ambiance, these pools provide a lifetime of experience. There are three-tiered and four-tiered waterfalls, accessible only after a few Kilometers of the trek. Visitors can enjoy trekking and exploring the surrounding areas or the beautiful hills. They are the perfect place for picnics.
Spend time in Camps:

With the Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuaries spread across the city, Wayanad’s natural habitats offer many camping options. You can book a camp lost amidst the jungle beforehand and can enjoy a night in the wild. Muthanga and Tholpetty, the two ecotourism centers in the sanctuary, present a spectrum of activities for tourists. The visitors can choose the camping facility along with other activities, including bird watching, jeep safari, a visit to elephant training camps, etc. Many resorts are located near these resorts to provide travelers with a luxurious stay amidst the wild.
Enjoy Hikes:

Fibbing in the heart of the Western Ghats and surrounded by beautiful mountains, Wayanad has been endowed by some of the highest and most beautiful peaks in the Kerala state. Chembra peaks, Banasura Hills, Edakkal caves, and most waterfalls offer adventurous trekking options. Chembra peak is the most elevated Peak in Wayanad, and once conquered, it provides a spectacular view of the surrounding. The elevation is 2100 m above sea level and is maintained by the forest department. The entire trail presents breathtaking views of the exotic fauna and flora of the region. The forest department organizes the treks here, and one can have guided tours. The most conspicuous part of the adventure is the heart-shaped lake that falls on the trekking path. If we go by the local belief, it is assumed that Goddess Sita took a bath in the Chembra Peak lake, and its water never dries. Trek to the Edakkal caves, Pakshipatalam trek, and the treks to the waterfalls are also popular among tourists.
Get lost among the greens:

The tea and spice plantations are Wayanad’s identity. The vast paddy field and the plantations add a beautiful aroma to the surroundings and more green touch to the backdrop. The indigenous tribes of the city often look after these plantations. Travelers can visit these plantations for blissful nature walks, taste the various spices (if allowed) and breathe in the fragrant air of these mesmerizing plantations. Coffee, cocoa, tea, ginger, pepper, and vanilla are the main cash crops of the province. Coffee is cultivated as a pure and mixed crop along with pepper. The black pepper farmed here is recognized in the world of spices because of its exceptional aroma and quality.
Stay at After the Rains:

Along with its untamed nature, Wayanad offers some excellent choices of stay. These shelters are luxuriously relaxing, economical, and seamlessly blend in with the surrounding. One such resort is After The Rains. It is a luxury resort set in a sixteen-acre spice garden located in the Western Ghats mountain ranges of the Nilgiri biosphere in Wayanad. The resort is loved for its world-class service, adventurous activities, delicious food, and, most importantly, its surroundings. The resort believes in sustainable development and takes utmost care of nature and its visitors. The villas are situated in the middle of the coffee and pepper plantation, which are being looked after by the tribal people. Even the guides here are from the indigenous tribe. A swimming pool and an in-house lake with experiences including fishing and bike trails to nearby villages are some of the best activities in the itinerary. It’s a “must-stay” resort located in the heart of the beautiful Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve.

Wayanad is the least populated, beautiful, vibrant, and peaceful district of Keala. Trek to mountain-top lakes and caves, visit the wildlife sanctuaries, relish the local delicacies, and cycle around twirling roads to enjoy this astonishing North Kerala region.