Ecotourism Programmes - Alampetty Zone
Marayoor Heritage Safari
Marayur is an amphitheatre surrounded by National Parks, Wildlife Sanctuaries, and Reserve forests. It has high uniqueness due to geographical, climatic and cultural richness. The presence of Muniyara) and shows the great archeological importance of this area. The and of Marayur are well known to the world. The of Muthuvans and Hill Pulayas are suigeneris by its own. The panoramic view of step cultivation lands of Marayur surrounded by huge mountains is mesmerizing. Marayur Heritage Safari explores all these enchanting uniqueness within few hours.
Visiting Places
- Ezhuthala
- Marayur Grammam
- Megalithic Park
- Anakottapara
- Sugar Cane Farm
- Kezhanthoor View point
- Kolachavayal Tribal settlement
- Bhramaram view point
- Perumala Fruit orchard
- Nachivayal Sandal Reserve
Thoovanam Log house
Thoovanam log house near water falls
There is a solar electrified and fully equipped log house facing the water falls in the deep forests with all facilities for a comfortable stay. Reporting time at 3 pm at Alampetty eco-shop. Tariff: Rs.3000/- for two Indians and Rs 4000/- for two foreigner. Extra person Rs. 1000/- Service of experienced field guides, watchers, cooks as well as complimentary food and refreshments are provided during stay.
Jellimala Log house
Jellimala log house
There is a solar electrified and fully equipped log house in the deep forests with all facilities for a comfortable stay. Reporting time at 2 pm at Alampetty eco-shop. Tariff: Rs.3000/- for two Indians and Rs 4000/- for two foreigner. Extra person Rs. 1000/- Service of experienced field guides, watchers, cooks as well as complimentary food and refreshments are provided during stay.
Squirrel house
Squirrel house
Reporting time at 2 pm at Alampetty eco-shop. Tariff: Rs.3000/- for two Indians and Rs 4000/- for two foreigner. Extra person Rs. 1000/- Service of experienced field guides, watchers, cooks as well as complimentary food and refreshments are provided during stay.
Contact
Address for communication
Asst.Wildlife Warden Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary Marayoor P O Ph:04865252039 Email: [email protected]For enquiries and reservations
Forest Information CentreWildlife Warden’s Office, Munnar PO, Idukki Dist.
Kerala, India.
PIN:685 612
Tel: 91-4865-231587
Mob. 91 8301024187, 91 8547603199 E-mail: [email protected] [email protected]
Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary is a unique protected area located in the rain shadow region in the eastern slope of Western Ghats, adjoining Tamilnadu. The area is diverse in eco systems and rich in ethnic cultural heritage. It is a well known repository of medicinal plants and supports a healthy population of grizzled giant squirrel, star tortoise, tufted grey langur, gaur, spotted deer, slender loris, wild elephant, crocodile, tiger, leopard and many a birds, insects and plants. There is an Interpretation Centre at Karimutty, two eco shops, one each at Chinnar check post and Aalampetty, an amenity centre, inspection bunglow, dormitory and cafeteria/at Chinnar check post to cater to the needs of visitors.
Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary Full map
Trekking
Koottar River Side, Watch Tower, Churulipetty River Side& Thoovanam Water Falls Trekking
The guided trekking to the dry deciduous forests and through the riparian forest along the Chinnar river, visit to the archaeological remnants, the dolmens, and the sandal forests are all the more exciting. The luxurious waterfall, spreading over about 100 meters wide will steal the hearts of all. Bird and butterfly watching are added advantages. There are chances of wild life sighting on the way.
| SL NO | CATEGORY | RATE | NATIONAL PARK/ WILDLIFE SANCTUARY | CHECK IN PLACE | DURATION | ATTARACTION |
| 1 | INDIAN | 225 | CHINNAR WILDLIFE SANCTUARY | ALAMPETTY INFORMATION CENTER | 2 & 3 hrs | THOOVANAM WATER FALLS |
| FOREIGNERS | 615 | ROCK PAINTING, etc | ||||
| 2 | INDIAN | 225 | CHINNAR WILDLIFE SANCTUARY | CHINNAR FOREST CHECK POST, INFORMATION CENTER | 3 hrs | RIVER SIDE, WATCH TOWER |
| FOREIGNERS | 615 | WILDLIFE SIGHTING , etc | ||||
| 3 | INDIAN | 600 | CHINNAR WILDLIFE SANCTUARY | CHINNAR FOREST CHECK POST, INFORMATION CENTER | 6hrs | RIVER SIDE, WATCH TOWER |
| FOREIGNERS | 1300 | WILDLIFE SIGHTING , HARD TREKKING, etc | ||||
| 4 | INDIAN | 150 | CHINNAR WILDLIFE SANCTUARY | CHINNAR FOREST CHECK POST, INFORMATION CENTER | 1 hrs | RIVER SIDE, WATCH TOWER |
| FOREIGNERS | 515 | WILDLIFE SIGHTING , SHORT TREKKING etc |
Ecotourism Programmes - Chinnar Zone
Vasyappara Ethnic Mud House
Stay at ethnic hut built in tribal style at Vasiyappara. Trekking through the scrub forest and jungles leading to Vashyappara Ethnic hut near a swamp is a pleasant experience. Reporting time 3 Pm at Chinnar Check post. Tariff: Rs. 4000/-for two Indians and 5000/- for two foreigner persons. Extra person Rs. 1000/- for Indians Rs. 1500/- for foreigner Service of experienced field guides, watchers, cooks as well as complimentary food and refreshments are provided during stay.
Karakkad tree house
Tree top huts (machans) are built and furnished in a well protected manner at two sites and provide good ariel view of surrounding forests. Water and solar power is available. Reporting time before 2 pm at Chinnar check post. Tariff: Rs.3000/- for two Indians and Rs 4000/- for two foreigner. Extra person Rs. 1000/- Service of experienced field guides, watchers, cooks as well as complimentary food and refreshments are provided during stay.
Churulipetty Log House
Stay at fully equipped log house at Chinnar valley in the deep forests. The log house with forest ambiance can accommodate two people. Reporting time 2 pm at Chinnar check post. Tariff: Rs.3000/- for two Indians and Rs 4000/- for two foreigner. Extra person Rs. 1000/- Service of experienced field guides, watchers, cooks as well as complimentary food and refreshments are provided during stay.
Koottar Log House
Stay at fully equipped log house at Chinnar valley in the deep forests. The log house with forest ambiance can accommodate two people. Reporting time 2 pm at Chinnar check post. Tariff: Rs.3000/- for two Indians and Rs 4000/- for two foreigner. Extra person Rs. 1000/- Service of experienced field guides, watchers, cooks as well as complimentary food and refreshments are provided during stay.
Pambar Log House
Stay at fully equipped log house at Chinnar valley in the deep forests. The log house with forest ambiance can accommodate two people. Reporting time 2 pm at Chinnar check post. Tariff: Rs.3000/- for two Indians and Rs 4000/- for two foreigner. Extra person Rs. 1000/- Service of experienced field guides, watchers, cooks as well as complimentary food and refreshments are provided during stay.
Periyakombu Log House
Stay at fully equipped log house at Chinnar valley in the deep forests. The log house with forest ambiance can accommodate two people. Reporting time 2 pm at Chinnar check post. Tariff: Rs.3000/- for two Indians and Rs 4000/- for two foreigner. Extra person Rs. 1000/- Service of experienced field guides, watchers, cooks as well as complimentary food and refreshments are provided during stay.