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Parambikulam Wild Life Sanctuary - Wildlife in Kerala

Parambikulam Wild View or the Parambikulam Wildlife Sanctuary is situated in Palakkad district, huddled between the Nelliyampathy ranges of Kerala and Annamalai Hills of Tamil Nadu. Even though it is a part of Kerala state, it can be accessed only through Pollachi in Tamil Nadu. It has the status of being the first ever scientifically managed teak plantation in the world.

Parambikulam Wild Life Sanctuary

The Kannimara teak tree, which is the oldest and tallest teak trees in the world is located here and is believed to be over 350-years-old.

This sanctuary is a marshy land with scattered patches of grassland and is thickly forested with sandalwood, rosewood, teak and stands of bamboo.

In 2009, the Parambikulam Wildlife Sanctuary was declared as a Tiger Reserve to protect the overall ecosystem. This entire region of Parambikulam along with the Western Ghats mountain range and Anamalai Hills are currently under consideration for recognition as a heritage site by UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Best Time to Visit:

September to May is the best time to visit Palakkad Parambikulam Wild View.

Opening & Closing Time:

7 AM to 6 PM.

Entrance Fee:

No entry fee.

Things to see :

  • Thuvaiar water fall.
  • Wildlife.
  • “Kannimara” - Oldest and largest trees in the world.
  • Dams.
  • Medicinal Plants

Nature Education :

  • Hornbill Watching.
  • Paid Nature Camps.

Night Halt Packages :

  • Full Moon Census.
  • Treetop Experience.
  • Machan World.
  • Peep through Watch Towers.
  • Thellikkal Nights.

Trekking :

  • Cochin State Forest Tramway Trekking.
  • Foresters' Dwelling.
  • Pugmark Trail
  • High Range Hiking.
  • Kariyanshola Trail.
  • Elephant Song Trail.
  • Dolmen Trail

Jungle Camps :

  • Tented Niche.
  • Wilderness Camps.
  • Veettikunnu Island Nest.
  • Eco- meditation

Day Packages :

  • Bamboo Rafting.
  • Parambikulam Boating.
  • Kannimara Safari.
  • Tribal Symphony.
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  • Parambi Cruise.

How to reach

 By Air - Coimbatore International Airport is the nearest airport to Palakkad Parambikulam Wild View which is situated at a distance of 113.1 Km.

 By Rail -  Coimbatore Railway Station is the nearest railway stations to Palakkad Parambikulam Wild View which is situated at a distance of 98.9 Km.

 By Road -  Palakkad Parambikulam Wild View can be accessed by road from the town of Pollachi.