This document describes 14 different ecotourism programs offered at Periyar Eco Tourism in Kerala, India. The programs include guided nature walks, treks, camping, rafting, and opportunities to learn about local tribes and wildlife. Activities range from half-day hikes to overnight jungle camping trips. Most programs are offered in small groups of up to 6 people at different times and along different routes through the forests and landscapes at Periyar Tiger Reserve.

1. Periyar Eco Tourism
Nature Walk
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NATURE WALK
The guided day trek
An interpretative programme offering an excellent opportunity to watch birds, butterflies and other
wildlife. The trail often passes through evergreen and moist deciduous forests interspersed with
marshy grasslands. One can feel nature, hear her whispers and smell her flowers through this
programme. A maximum of 6 persons can go in a slot. There are two slots offered along two routes
every day.
Starting time – 7.00 am & 7.30 am, 11.00 am & 11.30 am, 2.00 pm & 2.30 pm
Reporting venue – Boat Landing
Green Walk
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GREEN WALK
The guided day trek
This informative trekking programme through a variety of landscapes such as grasslands, evergreen
forests and moist deciduous forests is an ideal opportunity for nature enthusiasts. Listen to the
myriad sounds of nature and be astounded by the sheer variety of life forms that the forests have to
offer. A maximum of 6 persons are allotted to each time slot, with three slots each along two routes
through the Reserve.
Starting time – 7.00 am & 7.30 am, 11.00 am & 11.30 am, 2.00 pm & 2.30 pm
Reporting venue – Near Tiger Bungalow, Anavachal
Jungle Scout
JUNGLE SCOUT
Shepherding the jungle

2. The programme envisages a three-hour trek during the night hours, providing a rare opportunity to
observe some of the interesting night-life of Periyar Tiger Reserve, such as civets, mouse deer, flying
squirrel and various nocturnal bird species, at its silent best. Visitors will also be contributing
directly to protecting the buffer zone and fringe areas of the Reserve, as they travel in the company
of forest watchers, and trained guides. Visitors intending to participate in this programme are
expected to have good level of physical and mental fitness, required for traveling through the
wilderness at night. Three slots are offered along 2 routes.
Slots: 7.00 pm – 10 pm, 10.00 pm - 1 am, 1 am & 4 am
Reporting venue – Entrance Gate & Bamboo GroveÂÂ
Tiger Trail
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PERIYAR TIGER TRAIL
Adventure trekking and camping
A unique programme conducted by a team of ex-poachers-turned-protectors of the forests. They are
having extensive knowledge of forest terrain and biodiversity. Here, visitors obtain an opportunity to
encounter some of the interesting wildlife of Periyar Tiger Reserve, such as Nilgiri langur, giant
squirrel, elephant, gaur, sambar and, who knows, even the tiger! The trek route covers hills and
valleys with a variety of tropical plant life. Vegetarian cuisine and tents for stay will be provided
during the memorable night that follows. Remember to listen to unusual and hair-raising adventure
stories from your hospitable guides accompanying the team.
Visitors can either choose a 1 night / 2 days package or a 2 nights / 3 days package, with a maximum
of 6 visitors in each programme.
The reporting time for the start of the programme is 8.45 am.
Border Hiking
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3. BORDER HIKING
Traversing along the mountain ridges
A conservation oriented hard trek, starting at 8.00 am and ending in the evening. The route passes
through undulating terrain, ranging in altitude from 900 to 1300 MSL. Serious trekkers get an
opportunity to traverse lofty escarpments and vast plains of Periyar Tiger Reserve. Gaur, sloth bear,
elephant, sambar etc. are often sighted, apart from innumerable birds and butterflies. Two different
routes are offered for this programme, with a maximum of 6 visitors along each route. Each group
will be accompanied by one guide and a forest guard.
Reporting time : 7.45 am
Starting point : Bamboo Grove / Entrance Gate
Jungle Inn
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JUNGLE INN
A niche in the jungle
Jungle Inn, located in a quiet and serene location within the forests of Periyar Tiger Reserve, is
custom-made for couples who want to get away from the madding crowd. Here one can experience
natural calmness, tranquility and peace of mind while unearthing the mysteries of the jungle night
and listening to the rhythms of the forest. Included in the package are activities such as trekking,
bird watching and complimentary boating on the Periyar Lake.
Bamboo Rafting
BAMBOO RAFTING

4. A unique voyage across the Periyar Lake
A day-long rafting-cum-trekking programme
through some of the riches forest tracts of
Periyar Tiger Reserve. The programme offers a
memorable navigating experience across the
famous Periyar Lake. Apart from the rafting
experience, one can travel through a mosaic of
pristine habitats. Visitors can get an opportunity
to sight elephant, gaur, sambar etc. at close
quarters. A maximum of 5 visitors can go in a
single raft and there are 3 rafts available per day, all of them plying simultaneously.
Reporting time – 7.45 am
Reporting venue – Boat landing.ÂÂ
Tribal Heritage
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Tribal Heritage
tribal art performance…
Periyar Tiger Reserve is a model worldwide for the harmonious co-existence between indigenous
tribal communities and forests. There are six tribal communities nestled in Periyar Tiger Reserve
namely Mannans, Paliyans, Malayarayans, Mala Pandarams, Uralis and Ulladans. The Tribal
Heritage tribal art performance provides an exclusive opportunity to witness the rich cultural
heritage of Paliyans’ and Mannans’ tribal dances. This one-hour tribal dance
performance also includes a brief introduction to the tribal communities, information on various
musical instruments and costumes used for the dance performance as well as a memorable photo
session with these tribal communities.
 Time :   6.00 pm – 7.00 pm
Venue :   Vanasree Auditorium, Anavachal.ÂÂ
Jungle Camp
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Jungle Camp
Feel the Wilderness

5. Jungle Camp is envisaged as a programme where visitors get an opportunity to camp outdoors in
tents in the sylvan surroundings of the forest. The site is located at the river viewpoint along the
banks of the Periyar river at Vallakkadavu in Periyar Tiger Reserve and nestled in picturesque
surroundings.
This ecotourism package includes an orientation programme, a safari to Gavi, wildlife film shows,
bird watching, trekking and a complimentary boat trip (optional) on the famous Periyar Lake. Dinner
on the first day and breakfast and lunch on the second day are included in the package.
No. of tents       15 nos. (double occupancy).
Max. persons   2 nos./tent.
03.30 pm       Check in.
02.00 pm       Checkout (complementary boating can be availed after the
checkout time).
Bamboo Grove
 Bamboo Grove
Bamboo Grove is an eco-lodge and peaceful haven placed between bamboo thickets and is an ideal
location for experiential learning. This is a miniature habitat where man and nature can co-
exist. Bamboo cottages are nestled in a milieu of grassy downs, sedges, bamboos and stream
fringed with screw pine. The Bamboo Grove package programme consists of accommodation, food,
trekking, visit to a tribal village, wildlife film show, bird watching and a COMPLIMENTARY BOAT
TRIP on the famous Periyar Lake.
No. of huts                15 nos.(double
occupancy).
Max. persons            2 nos./hut.
fly first class cheap
12.30 Pm              Check in.
11.00 Am             Checkout.