Full Day Sightseeing Tour
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The tour starts by covering the interesting places of Wayanad such Pookode Lake for Boating. The beautiful freshwater lake is said to be shaped like India's map, nestled between evergreen forest & Western Ghats. You can sight blue lotus, blue water lilies & numerous fresh water fishes. Pethia Pookodensis is a species of cyprind fish, which is said to be found only here. An ideal place for phographers & natue lovers. Secondly visit Soochippara waterfalls also known as Sentinel Rock Waterfalls which is a three-tiered waterfall surrounded by Evergreen & Montane forests. This waterfall is 200 metres & offers a cliff face that is ideal for rock climbing. Another attraction here is the Banasura Sagar Dam which is reckoned as the largest earth dam in India & the second largest of its kind in Asia. The dam is made up of massive stacks of stones & boulders. During monsoon small islands can be seen in the dam's reservoir. The vast expanse of the crystal clear water of the dam dotted with small islands is a photographer's delight. Later visit Pazhassi Raja Tomb- the memorial of Veera Pazhassi Raja & Pazhassi Raja museum. The museum has a limited display of local artefacts. One item that takes up a lot of attention is the sword of Pazhassi Raja. Kuruva Island is protected river delta, comprising a cluster of islands over the middle of Kabini River. This island is densely populated with rich flora & fauna. Dwelling deep into this island, you can sight attractive bridges made up of bamboo trees & other rare species of trees.