Tour Packages for Periyar

Situated in the ranges of Western Ghats in God's own Country, Kerala, Periyar is most famous for its Wild Life Sanctuary. A unique feature of this Sanctuary is a picturesque lake, which lies right at the centre of the place. The lake owes its conception to the Mullaperiyar Dam that was built in 1895 and the lake has been a permanent source of water for the wild life of the sanctuary ever since. From elephants to tigers all one out of their habitats to either drink water or to take a dip in the water once a day, providing the tourists with an enthralling sight of observing the animals in their natural habitat.

Apart from elephants, who are seen in large number here, other attractions of the sanctuary include tigers, Gaur, Wild Pigs, Sambar, Barking Deer, Mouse Deer and Dole or Indian Wild Dog. At present, there are about 40 tigers in the place. The bird population at the Sanctuary comprises of Darters, Cormorants, Kingfishers, and the great Malabar Hornbill and racket-tailed Drongoes. The reptilian inhabitants boast of Monitor Lizards that can be spotted lazing in the sun, on the rocks along the lakeshore.

Sprawled over an area of 777 sq. kms is one out of the 27 tiger Reserves in India. The place enjoys a wonderfully equitable climate with soft breeze blowing over the area, all the time adding more charm to its already captivating beauty. Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary is also famous as a trekker's paradise and one might often come across a Python or a King Cobra while on one's adventurous trip. You can also have this enthralling experience with Tour Packages for Periyar.