Idukki Wildlife Sanctuary

No one denies the fact that Kerala is richly blessed with the most exotic gifts of nature. The state boasts of a pristine flora and fauna. One of the ways to acquaint yourself with the greenery and the animal species, you can make a trip to the Idukki Wildlife Sanctuary which covers 77 sq km of tropical semi evergreen forests and deciduous forests. Declared as a wildlife sanctuary back in 1976, Idukki is the wildlife haven include the regions of Udumpanchola and Thodupuzha districts of Kerala.


Wildlife of Idukki Wildlife Sanctuary
Canopied by lush greenery, the Idukki Wildlife Sanctuary has an undulating hilly terrain with elevation ranging between 450 m and 758 m. Elephants and the Indian bisons are the major draws for wildlife fanciers here. Besides, the sanctuary harbours animal species like tiger, leopard, Niligir langur, wild dog, jungle cat, wild boar etc.

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Not only mammals, Idukki wildlife sanctuary also has a considerable variety of reptiles and birds. King cobras, kraits, vipers and other non-venomous snakes are the commonly sighted reptilian species. Bird watchers too can have a good time with avian species like hornbill, jungle fowl, myna, laughing thrush, black bulbul, peafowl, woodpecker, kingfisher etc.


Adventure Safaris Offered in Idukki Wildlife Sanctuary
You can choose from the options of an elephant safari, jeep safari or touring the jungles in your own vehicle. A tourist guide is always available to keep you on the track and inform you about the major floral and faunal population of the sanctuary. To keep low on your budget, you can also share a jeep with other fellow travellers.
The ideal time to visit the sanctuary is between December and April.


Other Attractions In & Around Idukki Wildlife Sanctuary
» Idukki Arch Dam : The world renowned arch dam of Idukki is built across the Kuravan and Kurathi Hills. A major draw for visitors to Idukki, the dam has the distinction of being the first arch dam to be erected in Asia. The dam measures 550 ft in height and 650 ft in width.

» Kuthumkal Waterfalls : Much popular with tourists as a picnic spot, the picturesque waterfalls rushes down from wooded hills and offers a splendid sight for tourists and travellers to soak up. Here, you can also interact with the locals of the nearby towns and villages.

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Accessibility
Cochin or Kochi, which is 133 km from Idukki, is the closest airport both domestic and international flights to the key destinations of the country and the world. Kottayam, 133 km away, is the closest railhead with connecting trains to all the major parts of Kerala and outside. National Highway 49 passes through the Idukki providing Idukki link with the key destinations of the state and the outside. You can avail of regular KSRTC bus services from the Thodupuzzha bus station.