Wayanad Trek

Wayanad is a beautiful hill station located in the Western Ghats in the state of Kerala. The region is known for its lush green forests, pristine waterfalls, and misty mountains. Trekking in Wayanad is a popular activity among adventure enthusiasts. Here’s a detailed trek itinerary along with essential trekking information, fitness and training tips, safety tips, things to carry, costs, etc. for the Wayanad Trek.

Day 1:

• Reach Wayanad early in the morning and check into a hotel
• After breakfast, head towards the Chembra Peak base camp (around 17 km from Wayanad)
• From the base camp, start the trek to the Chembra Peak (about 6-7 hours)
• The trek starts with a steep climb through dense forests, followed by a grassland stretch, and ends with a steep rocky climb
• On the way, you’ll come across a heart-shaped lake called the ‘Hridaya Saras’ and a beautiful view of the surrounding hills and valleys
• After reaching the peak, rest and enjoy the stunning view of the surroundings before descending back to the base camp
• Return to Wayanad and spend the night at the hotel

Day 2:

• After breakfast, head towards the Soochipara Waterfalls (around 20 km from Wayanad)
• From the parking area, start the trek to the waterfalls (about 1-2 hours)
• The trek starts with a steep descent through rocky terrain, followed by a walk through a small stream, and ends with a climb to the waterfalls
• Spend some time at the waterfalls, enjoy the scenery and take a dip in the natural pool
• After the trek, return to Wayanad and spend the night at the hotel

Day 3:

• After breakfast, head towards the Kuruva Island (around 40 km from Wayanad)
• From the entrance, take a boat ride to the island and start the trek (about 2-3 hours)
• The trek takes you through dense forests, bamboo groves, and a series of small streams and ends at a serene natural pool
• Spend some time at the natural pool, enjoy the scenery, and take a dip

After the trek, return to Wayanad and depart for your next destination