- Distance
- About 165 km by road
- Drive time
- 4.5–5 hours one way
- Pickup
- Cochin
- Destination
- Thekkady, Kerala
- Trip type
- One way, or stay over and return
- Vehicles
- Sedan, SUV, tempo traveller, coach
About the trip
Thekkady is the gateway to Periyar Tiger Reserve in the Idukki hills, known for boat rides on Periyar Lake where elephants and bison come to the water. Visitors also tour spice gardens, watch Kathakali and Kalaripayattu shows and walk forest trails with local guides. The road from Cochin climbs through Muvattupuzha and Kuttikkanam, passing rubber and tea estates.
What to see in Thekkady
- Periyar Lake boat ride
- Periyar Tiger Reserve nature walk
- Spice plantation tour
- Kathakali and Kalari shows
- Chellarkovil viewpoint
- Murikkady tea and cardamom estates
On the road
Take the road via Muvattupuzha, Thodupuzha and Kuttikkanam. The drive is long and hilly, so stay a night to catch the early boat ride.
Choose your vehicle
Airport runs, couples and small families on short trips.
The usual pick for family trips, ghat roads and long days on the highway.
Extra room and comfort for special occasions and senior guests.
Extended families, pilgrimage parties and office outings.
Weddings, school trips and temple tours with a big party.
Every car is air-conditioned and comes with an experienced driver. Our quote is all-inclusive — fuel, tolls, parking, interstate permit and driver batta — and is confirmed in writing before you book.
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