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Full day Trekking and Bamboo Rafting at Periyar Forest

This is the most thrilling activity in Periyar. It includes a nearly 20 Km trek and Bamboo rafting along the Periyar Lake. Every day 2 groups of 8 members each are allowed for this program. Each group will be accompanied by 4 Forest guides and 1 armed guard. You will also be handed packed breakfast, lunch, refreshments and water bottles to carry.

The program starts at 8 Am in the morning with a 7 Km trek right through the Periyar forest. As you go deep, the jungle ambience will take you by surprise. The feeling is intense with the cricket sound getting so loud that you realize you are in the core forest area.

After a near 2 hours trek you will reach the bamboo rafting area where you can have your breakfast. Post breakfast your Bamboo rafting session starts. Enjoy gliding along the glistening Periyar Lake. If you are lucky you will spot many wild residents of Periyar such as Bison, Elephants, Deer or even a Tiger.

A 1-hour session of rafting and you reach a beautiful spot where you can have your packed lunch. Next up if you wish the guides would take you for a small walk again at this part of the Periyar Forest. You might come across Bisons, Lion Tailed Macaque, Nilgiri Langur, and small Deer who frequent this area. By 2 Pm, hop onto your raft and start floating back. Another 7 km walk takes you to the Finishing point where the program ends.

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Duration :

8 Hours

Starting Time :

8 AM

Ending Time :

4 PM

Meeting Point :

Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary Gate

Finishing Point :

Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary Gate

Special Instructions :

  • Alcohol or Drug use is not entertained during this program.
  • Follow the guide instructions and be on track lead by him/her.
  • Do not try to explore unknown pathways yourself.

Inclusions :

Guide, Packed Breakfast, Packed Lunch, Refreshments, Water Bottles, Bamboo Rafting, Trekking, Life Jackets

Exclusions :

Transport to and from Starting/Finishing Point, Periyar Sanctuary Entrance [Foreign Nationals: INR 495, Indian Nationals: INR 60] and all other expenses not mentioned in the inclusions.

Recommended :

Wildlife lovers and all those who are physically fit

Suitable Period :

Anytime of the year

What to carry?

  • Trekking shoes
  • Rain cheaters are recommended during July- October months
  • Warm Clothes
  • Sun screen lotion and other personal care items

Frequently Asked Questions

This program is a thrilling adventure in the Periyar Forest that includes a 20 km trek and a bamboo rafting experience along Periyar Lake. It is a full-day activity that allows you to explore the dense forest and enjoy the serene beauty of the lake.
The package typically includes trekking, bamboo rafting, breakfast, lunch, and the services of a guide and armed guard.
Periyar Trekking and Bamboo Rafting program allows for two groups of 8 members each per day. Each group is accompanied by 4 Forest guides and 1 armed guard for safety and guidance.

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