Wayanad - Trekking

Chembra Peak

At 2100 meters, the spectacular Chembra Peak, located towards the southern part of Wayanad, is the tallest summit in the region. Climbing this peak is a challenging mountaineering endeavor and takes a full day. It is blessed with a heart-shaped small lake at the top.

Details:

• Entry Time: 7:00 AM to 12:00 Noon
• Entry Fee (up to 5 persons): Rs. 1770 + GST (Indians), extra Rs. 200; Rs. 3540 + GST (Foreigners), extra Rs. 600.
• Distance: Kalpetta - 17 km, Sulthan Bathery - 42 km, Mananthavady - 52 km.
• Note: Entry restricted up to the lake/halfway; it is not possible to go to the top.

Brahmagiri Hill

Brahmagiri is a mountain range in the Western Ghats at a height of 1600 meters. Situated in North Wayanad near Thirunelly Temple at the border of Kodagu district (Karnataka), it offers lovely scenery of grasslands, shola forest, evergreen forest, birds, and animals.

Details:

• Entry Fee (up to 5 persons): Rs. 2355 + extra Rs. 236 (Indians); Rs. 3200 + extra Rs. 531 (Foreigners).

Pakshipathalam

Located deep within the forest in the Brahmagiri Hills at an altitude of more than 1700 meters, Pakshipathalam is a formation of large boulders, some as tall as two-story buildings. The deep caves found here are home to a wide variety of birds and distinctive species of plants. The trek involves an arduous 7 km journey through the forest, starting at Thirunelly.

Note: This trek is partly closed.

Wildlife Trekking - Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary

A 4-5 hour trek inside the forests of the wildlife sanctuaries. Advance booking is required.

Details:

• Entry Time: 8:00 AM
• Fee: Rs. 1500 + Rs. 150 (Foreigners); Rs. 60 each (Indians) for a group of 1 to 5 people.
• Note: This trek is partly stopped by the Forest Department (partly closed).

Banasura Mountains

Situated at a height of 2020 meters above sea level, the Banasura Mountain Ranges are ideal for adventure tourism trips in Wayanad. It is a full-day trek.

Details:

• Entry Fee (1 to 5 persons): Rs. 3110 (Indians); Rs. 3500 (Foreigners).

Kolagappara Trekking

Kolagappara is a medium trek near Meenangadi, offering a beautiful view from the top.

Details:

• Entry Fee: No.

Vellarimala Trek

A long trek through dense forests. Advance permission is required.