With 26% forest cover, far greater than any other district in Kerala, Waynad is home to two major wildlife sanctuaries: Muthanga and Tholpetty. Taken together, these two sanctuaries are home to an incredible range of flora and fauna, including several endangered species.
As part of the Western ghats, they constitute an important swathe of the last surviving tacts of a unique ecosystem.
The western ghats serving as a huge barrier sheilding kerala from the rest of the peninsular india, there have always been a small trickel of visitors transgressing this mountain terrain.
Relics and edicts found in various parts of wayanad speak of an important prehistoric era. Isolation further enhanced development of unique ways of life traces of which survive intact Wayanad's tribes to this day. more »
A convenient hop away from cities like Bangalore, Calicut and Cochin, Wayanad is the perfect weekend getaway.
Still uncrowded, clean and friendly, the district offers a host of options for those looking to just relax away from the stress and bustle of city life. more »
Home to fascinating legends, mysterious mountain caves, hidden treasures, aborigine tribes, treehouses, jungle trails and exotic wild life, this little known district of Kerala is the perfect setting for a hundred great adventures!
Dominated by the Western Ghats, one of the world's last surviving tracts of tropical biodiversity, Wayanad's terrain is characterised by extensive streches of wilderness.
Former Secretary DTPC and Sub Collector, Manananthavady Sri.S.Harikishore.IAS has appointed as the Director, SC ST Development Department, Govt. of Kerala @ Thiruvananthapuram.
DTPC keeps a data base of all leading tourist Guides in Wayanad District. Tourists can easily hire those Guides through DTPC. Contact:
Tel. 91 4936 202134, 91 9446072134
