Adventure
Paragliding
Vagamon is a high-altitude destination in the God’s own country that is located at the border of Idukki and Kottayam districts in Kerala. This cozy, little hill station is bestowed with verdant meadows, tall pine forests, spectacular waterfalls, and lush tea estates. Vagamon has always been a trekker’s go-to place and paragliding is a new adventure addition to this alluring place. The greenery of this place is unmatched and paragliding at Vagamon lets you fill your eyes with such blissful scenery. High in the air through the clouds and mist, paragliding at Vagamon gives you a bird’s view of the astounding valley below.
Water Sport
Apart from wildlife tourism and lush greenery, Wayanad has water bodies that are a sight to behold. With only a small fraction of Wayanad relatively urbanised, tribals form a larger portion of the population here. Naturally, a simple mode of transport like bamboo rafting is a wonderful example of indigenous living. Why not try your hand at this rustic water activity while you’re here? Cruising along the calm green waters on a bamboo raft, surrounded by the serene landscape of Wayanad..now that’s an experience that cannot be missed.Another must-visit location in Wayanad is the largest earth dam in India, the Banasura Sagar Dam.
Wildlife Safari
With 16 wildlife sanctuaries and five national parks nestled in the Western Ghats, Kerala offers countless options for wildlife safaris. The rich flora and fauna as well as the unique topography of the sanctuaries make every safari truly special. Enjoy majestic views of the forest perched comfortably on the back of an elephant. Follow a tiger trail. Come face to face with wild boars, otters, exotic birds and more. A boat safari through the Periyar Lake will enable you to spot herds of elephants, sambar deer etc. by the water’s edge.
Scuba Diving
Adventure makes dull life interesting and the same goes with travel. When we travel to different places sometimes sightseeing is not enough. Moreover, if you are an adventure lover then your journey can’t be complete without exciting adventurer activities. Now if you are a traveler and planning a wonderful holiday for water adventure to a place then the place which first comes to your mind is Rishikesh. It’s a wonderful place for water adventure sports but there are other options in India. Today we will talk about Kerala, God’s Own Country. Not only it’s one of the best destinations to visit in India for holidays but also it has amazing options for water adventure sports.
Rock Climbing
Sentinel Rock Waterfalls or Soochipara Falls is perhaps the most picturesque travel place located in the periphery of Wayanad. This top tourist attraction of Wayanad is truly a treat for eyes to see the milky white stream of water making its way to the rivers by passing through the rocky cliffs and clinging trees. The waterfall at the end joins Chaliyar River. Tourist can enjoy activities like swimming in the pool in which the water of the fall accumulates. Also, while walking towards the main pool of the waterfall, visitors can see tea plantation, rocky edge and dense forest.
Off Road Jaunts
A much sought-after venue for India’s premier off-road events, Kerala has the right terrain to put your driving skills to the test. Rugged land, slushy trails, gentle canals, shallow river beds, dense forests, green valleys and mist-capped mountains…take them all on two wheelers or 4x4s of your choice. The boulder -filled terrain of Ponmudi in Thiruvananthapuram, the steep rocky cliffs and stream crossings of Peerumedu in Idukki district, the raw and rustic landscape of wayanad…Kerala presents immense possibilities for the adventurous.Spared across 2,132 sq.km on the lofty Western Ghats, Wayanad’s interesting mix of hills, forests, savannahs and plantations makes it perfect for off road events.
Cycling
Indeed, there is no better way to make a Kerala tour better than to include a cycle or a bike expedition in it. The state is undoubtedly an ideal destination for bike tours as it is blessed with long shoreline, serene stretches of backwaters, picturesque hill stations, exotic wildlife areas, breathtaking waterfalls, sprawling plantations, lush paddy fields and rich heritage. Bike through dairy farms, tea estates, sandalwood forests or the ancient dolmens, canal bund road amidst green paddy fields and the meandering historical lanes, a Kerala cycle and bike tour is definitely going to be an experience of a lifetime.
Bird Watching
Have you ever explored an extensive variety of life amidst a humming metro! If not, then visit Mangalavanam Bird Sanctuary which is situated in the heart of Kochi, Kerala. Popular as the ‘green lung of Kochi’, it’s very famous for the mangrove vegetation and a home to various species of migratory birds. It’s a true mangrove area that has shallow lake surrounded by thick mangrove vegetation. Placed behind the Kerala high court building, it is a perching place for several kinds of resident and migratory birds. Sprawled over 2.74 hectares of area, the sanctuary is a perfect paradise for birders. Thickly planted with a variety of trees and plants, this sanctuary enjoys a pleasant temperature.
Bamboo Rafting
Periyar & Neyyar beckon visitors with rich swathes of greenery brimming with diverse flora and fauna. Travellers stand a high chance of spotting exotic wildlife like the giant squirrels and the Nilgiri Langurs. Various birds, elephants, gaur, sambar during the rafting trip.
While rafting across the lake you can also feast your eyes on the thick greenery of the shores and on a good day, you may even get to see aboriginals fishing in the lake.