Also known as Thekkady, Periyar is well known as the life line of Kerala and of course most popular tourist destination located in the mountain regions of the Western Ghats. Famous for its picturesque landscapes, exotic wildlife parks and varied ranges of floras and faunas, Thekkady has not any substitute in the planet. Its heart grabbing attractions and blissful ambiance draws the attention of vacationers from every nook and corner of the world.

 Famous for exotic wildlife sanctuary, Periyar is among the most sought after destinations of the south India wildlife tour. If you are visiting Kerala, with the intention of explore the numerous species of birds and animals, then do not forget to visit Periyar Wildlife Park visited by scores of tourists round the year. Mother Nature generously gifted this park with ever green and semi green rain forests which cradles a wide variety of flora and fauna. Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary has 62 different kinds of mammal, 320 bird species and 45 different types of reptiles. Some of the most popular animals and bird species that one can explore there are Elephants, Tigers, wild dogs, mongoose barking dear, leopard, foxes, sambar, mouse deer and many more. The boat ride is the most thrilling way to discover the scattered charm of the Periyar Wildlife sanctuary.