North Kerala

Wayanad

Pristine hills, ancient caves, and lush spice plantations

Taxi Fare Estimate

₹3,500 - ₹5,000

Kozhikode to Wayanad (Round Trip)

Distance

260 km

~7 hours from Kochi

Best Time to Visit

October to May for trekking; June to September for waterfalls.

Recommended Stay

3 days

Plan for a relaxed itinerary

About Wayanad

Wayanad, often called the "Green Paradise," is located in the north-eastern part of Kerala. It is a land of spice plantations, ancient forests, and rich tribal heritage. The district is unique for its geography, sitting high on the Western Ghats with altitudes ranging from 700 to 2100 meters. Wayanad is the only district in Kerala that shares borders with both Karnataka and Tamil Nadu, making it a melting pot of cultures and landscapes.

Best Time to Visit

October to May for trekking; June to September for waterfalls.

Recommended Stay

3 day(s)

Travel Details & Taxi Costs

Distance from Kochi

260 km

~7 hours

Kozhikode to Wayanad (Round Trip)

₹3,500 - ₹5,000

Professional drivers, AC cars

Top Attractions

Banasura Sagar Dam

₹40

The largest earth dam in India and the second largest in Asia. The islands formed in the reservoir during the monsoon are a visual treat.

⏱️ 2 hours

Edakkal Caves

₹50

Famous for their Neolithic rock engravings. These are not technically caves but a cleft or rift caused by a corner of a rock splitting off from the main body.

⏱️ 3 hours