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Activities: To make your stay at Rain Country Resorts more interesting and adventurous, we have taken the liberty to plan out some activities for our guests that is safe, close to nature and refreshing. You as our guest can choose your activities that interests you.
Trekking & Adventure: The natural scenic beauty of Wayanad and its rich natural resources offer several opportunities for adventure tourism. The hills rocks and valley which make the very unique character of Wayanad provide a lot for catering to the ever increasing demand for adventure tourist.
Chembra
peak: Trekking
to the Chembra peak is one of the toughest tourist endeavors. Chembra
peak is the highest peak in Wayanad at 2100m. above mean sea level.
It is14 kms. west of Kalpetta. Trekking to the top of this peak takes
almost a day. Tourists can also stay one or two days at the top of
the peak in temporary camps. (Please let us know if you would like
to camp here in advance so that we can make necessary arrangements
for sleeping bags, canvass huts and permission from forest department
and District Tourism Promotion Council) The scenic beauty of Wayanad
which is visible from the top of Chembra is very challenging and thrilling.
The blue eyed water in the lake at the top of the hill never dries
up even in the peak of summer. All along the steep and slippery way
to the top of the hill, the whispering of the flowing spring which
sprouts from the top of the hill accompanies the tourist. If he is
fortunate enough, on his way he may come across a passing wild beast,
may be a leopard who may instantly hide behind the bushes. Camping
in the night with camp fire and sleeping bags at the top of the peak
in shivering cold is everlasting experience. Only for die hard trekkers.
Pakshipathalam: Pakshipathalam in Bramha Giri hills at Thirunelly is a challenging tourist spot. It is 7 kms. north-east of Thirunelly temple and is situated 1740m. above mean sea level. To reach 'Pakshipathalam', 17 kms. have to be covered through wild forest. The deep rock caves formed among the thick blocks of rocks at the northern top end of the Brahmagiri is the abode of various birds and wild beasts. To go to 'Pakshipathalam' special permission has to be obtained from forest department. Lucky guests will get to encounter elephants on the way to
Pakshipathalam. Bisons, elephants and deer are a common site. Only meant for physically fit and real adventure seeking hearts.
 Meenmutty Water Fall: 12 kms. east of Meppadi. Water falls to a depth of more than 500m. in 3 steps. This a refreshing scene to any tourists. To reach this fall, a tourist has to trek down steep hills through jungle. For the adventure seeking but light trekking experience.
Kanthanpara Water Fall: Beautiful water fall of about 30m. in height, 8 km east of Meppadi and 12 kms. south-east of Kalpetta. A leisure trek.
Chethalayam Waterfalls: 12 kms from Sulthan Bathery on the Pulpalli Main Road, is located this astounding waterfall. For a glimpse of this lovely waterfall, one has to trek a distance of around 4 kms from
Chethalayam.
Lakkidi
Ghat Pass
It is the Gate Way of Wayanad above the Thamarassery Ghat Pass of western
ghat, at an elevation of 700m above mean sea level. Deep valley to the
south with winding roads through thick forest attract many. Just 3 Kms
from the resort, guests can try a trek through the ghat pass which is
long but not very tedious. The whole distance pass is a stretch of 14kms.
Soochipara
Waterfalls: Soochipara Waterfalls is another beautiful water fall in
Wayanad. Waterfall can be seen from a far which is a beautiful view. To
reach the waterfall, one has to trek down 2kms through dense equitorial
forest over steep rocks.
Thusharagiri: A trekker's paradise. This is located near the Lakkidi
Ghat Pass. This is a full day trek through dense virgin forest and rocks.
There are couple of heavy waterfalls too. Needs stamina and strength to
do this trek. One can take help of tree branches and roots to climb steep
rocks. At the peak is a rich waterfall where camping can be arranged.
Extremely risky if one got too adventurous.
Nature
Tourism
 Pookot
Lake: Situated very close to Rain Country Resort is this perennial fresh
water lake, nestled among wooded hills, is the only one of its kind
in Kerala. Boating facilities, a children’s park, a handicrafts and
spices emporium and a fresh water aquarium are among the facilities
available here. Thick bushes and tall trees along the path round the
lake gives a calm spiritual atmosphere. . Tourists can have a pleasant
walk around the lake which stretches to a couple of kilo meters.
This is a pleasant and refreshing experience. A fresh-water aquarium
with wide varieties of fishes is managed by Fisheries Department
Kuruva
Dweep 950
acres of evergreen forest surrounded by east flowing river, Kabani. Rare
species of birds, orchids and herbs are sovereigns of this supernatural
kingdom. This is a uninhabited island which resembles a fantasy land.
Tribal colonies are situated around this island and one should take care
not to disturb them. Special permission is required to access this island
or to camp at this island. Ideal for a rejuvenating and pleasant holiday
experience. Tourists are requested not to litter this place as extreme
care is required to preserve island.
Banasura
Project: A mini hydel project with the largest earth dam in India
and the second largest in Asia is being built here. A sprawling sanctuary
and park with ever flowering trees are major tourist attractions. This
comes on the way to Edakkal caves.
 Edakkal
Caves: Edakkal
caves cosits of two caves located at a height of 1000 m on Ambukutty
Mala near Ambalavayal. The New Stone Age pictorial writings on the
walls of these natural caves at Edakkal are evidence of the civilisation
that existed in these regions in prehistoric times. The caves can
be accessed only by a 1 km trekking trail from Edakkal. Morning hours
are the best time to visit the caves. Entry is permitted only up to
1700 hrs. A must visit.
Thirunelli
Temple: Located
30 kms north west of Mananthavadi in the Wayanad district, Thirunelly Temple is known as the
"Kashi of South". Tucked away in the Brahmagiri
Hills, Thirunelli Temple is encircled by the gurgling River Papanasini.
A beautiful experience of an ancient temple preserved in the orginal form.
Thirunelly temple is a marvel of temple architecture. The shrine is shielded
with 30 granite columns and the ground is paved with huge square pieces
of granite. Make sure to visit Papanasini which is a short trek
from the temple. The crystal clear waters of the Papanasini river running
downhill add to the enchantment of the place.
Wildlife
Wayanad
has a rich diversity of forests all around. Forests at Wayanad forms an
integral part of Nilgiri biosphere reserve.
 Nagarhole
Wildlife Sanctuary: This sanctuary in Karnataka state extends over an area of 643.39 sq
km. The park houses diverse species of plant and animal life. One
of the thickest forest with thick animal population. Nagarhole boasts
of maximum number of Tigers in South India. Visiting time: 0600 -
0800 hrs and 1500 -1730 hrs.
Tholpatti
Wildlife Sanctuary: This
is an extension of Nagarhole wildlife sanctuary. Situated at the Karnataka
border, a trip down to the park itself is an experience. Animals migrate
from Nagarhole to this forest with the onset of summer heat and stay here
till monsoon. Encounters with charging elephants is an experience.
 Wayanad
Wildlife Sanctuary: Established in 1973, the Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary is contiguous
to the protected area network of Nagarhole and Bandipur of Karnataka
on the northeast and Mudumalai of Tamil Nadu on the southeast. Rich
in bio-diversity, the sanctuary is an integral part of the Nilgiri
Biosphere Reserve, which has been established with the specific objective
of conserving the biological heritage of the region. The sanctuary
is very rich in flora and fauna. The management lays emphasis on scientific
conservation with due consideration for the general lifestyle of the
tribal and others who live in and around the forest region.
Begur
Wildlife Sanctuary: Another
wildlife park at Wayanad. Even though small, has a rich variety of animals
and birds here. This not often visited by public and hence has the wild
in its real form.
Kabini /
Karapur
wildlife sanctuary: This wildlife sanctuary is a part of Karnataka which
borders Wayanad. This wildlife sanctuary has surprisingly good animal sighting because the forest is dry and not very thick. This forest is
rich in bird population. An ideal location for a serious bird watcher.
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