Hotel Profile :
The drive to Thekkady itself is enchanting as the road winds through tranquil countryside, rich plantations and thick jungles. The sanctuary is, 60 kms from Idukki, 190 kms from Cochin, 130 kms from Madurai and 114 kms away from Kottayam and is open throughout the year, but the best season is from September to May. The sanctuary is centered around the large artificial lake formed by the dam across the Periyar river. The main attraction is a boat trip over an area of 26 sq. kms. in the man-made lake of Thekkady. The forest department would also provide elephant rides and trekking for 10 kms in the sanctuary.
Thekkady falls in the picturesque hill district of Idukki in Kerala. Idukki derives its name from the Malayalam word Idukki meaning a narrow, steep gauge. Thekkady in Kerala State, India, one of world's most fascinating natural wildlife sanctuaries, where you can watch and pet wildlife at handshaking distance. The vegetation, the flora and fauna and the birds of Thekkady are uniquely rich, vast and varied that it does not bear resemblance to any other wildlife sanctuaries in the world. Even a casual visitor to this place will not fail to observe the peculiar ecological pattern of Thekkady. Thekkady - The very sound of the name conjures up images of elephants, unending chains of hills and spice scented plantations. Here, in the crisp, cool air of the Western Ghats you will experience the most enchanting holiday with the animals of the wild and the simple unsophisticated mountain people.
The Periyar Tiger Reserve named after the Periyar river is one of the most prestigious wild life tracts on the Western Ghats. The Periyar Lake which runs through the middle of the sanctuary was created in 1895 by building a dam across the Periyar River to divert the water for irrigation. The forests around the lake were declared as Reserve Forests. The first step towards conservation was taken by the Maharaja of Travancore by appointing Robinson as the first game warden in 1899. Based on his recommendations, the forests around the lake was turned into a sanctuary called Nellikkampetty Sanctuary in 1934. The sanctuary was declared as a Tiger Reserve in 1978 under the Project Tiger Scheme. In 1982, the core area of the Sanctuary (350sq.kms) was notified as a National Park.
Close to civilization and yet totally removed from it, these charming thatched roof villas fit right in with their surroundings?the famous Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary. Rich in comfort and natural materials, this retreat offers a welcome respite of relaxation and seclusion.
How to Reach :
Airport: 175 kms from Cochin Airport
Railway Station: 150 kms from Kottayam Railway Station
Bus Stand: 3 kms from Thekkady
Hotel Services :
Safe
Packages
Health Centre
Credit Cards
Business Centre
Travel Desk
Restaurants and Bars
Doctor On Call
Child Care Centre
Baby Sitting
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Playground
Indoor Games
Fitness Centre
Children Activities
Basketball
Shopping Arcade
Pool Table
Coffee Shop
Beauty Saloon
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Room Facilities :
Attach Bath With Hot Cold Water
Television
Minibar
Tea / Coffee making facility
Working Desk
Non smoking rooms
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Direct Dialing Telephone
Air conditioning
Electronic safes
Internet access in guest rooms
Hair dryer
Inter connecting rooms
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Food Types :
Indian - Continental - South Indian - Chinese.
Restaurant :
Periyar RoomThe Periyar Room offers international favourites as well as authentic Kerela cuisine.
Bar :
Hornbill barGuests can find inspired refreshment at Hornbill bar.
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