Wayanad Wilderness
Forest, caves and waterfalls up north.
The journey
Kerala’s green north — Wayanad’s forests, waterfalls, ancient caves and spice plantations, at an outdoors pace. For travellers who’d rather walk a trail than tick a list.
What makes it special
Forest & wildlife
Sanctuary edges and birdsong mornings.
Waterfalls & caves
Edakkal’s carvings and roaring falls.
Plantation stays
Sleep among coffee and spice.
Quiet, green north
Fewer visitors, deeper calm.
Day by day
A guide to the rhythm — every day flexes to your pace.
Day 1
Arrive & climb to Wayanad
Met at Kozhikode and up the hairpins into plantation country.
Day 2
Waterfalls & caves
Edakkal caves and a waterfall or two, with time to linger.
Day 3
Sanctuary & spice
An early wildlife drive and a spice-plantation walk.
Day 4
Lakes & viewpoints
Pookode lake and long green views, unhurried.
Day 5
Down to the coast
A last plantation morning and the drive back for onward travel.
What’s included
- Handpicked stays throughout, on twin-sharing
- Daily breakfast (and dinner where noted)
- Private air-conditioned car with chauffeur
- All transfers, sightseeing and toll/parking
- A dedicated Lumiere trip planner on call
- Welcome assistance on arrival in Kochi
Not included
- Flights and any airfare
- Lunches and personal expenses
- Entry fees at monuments/parks unless noted
- Anything not listed under inclusions
A glimpse
Good to know
Is this a fixed package or can we change it?
Every itinerary here is a starting point. Tell us your dates, pace and interests and we reshape it entirely around you — nights, stays and stops all flex.
What does the price include?
Stays on twin-sharing, daily breakfast, a private car with driver, all transfers and sightseeing, and a planner on call. Flights and lunches are separate. A precise quote follows your enquiry.
When is the best time to travel?
October to March is clearest and coolest. June to September brings the lush, quiet green season — lovely for couples and wellness stays.
This package is a ready-made starting point for our Festival Trails signature journey — read how we shape the full experience.