Tholpetty Wildlife Sanctuary

Tholpetty Wildlife Sanctuary

Tholpetty Wildlife Sanctuary  which is also called Wayand wildlife sanctuary situates along the northern region of Wayanad, which is bordering Coorg district of Karnataka. Tholpetty Wildlife Sanctuary is connected to Muthanga and to the Nagarhole National Park in Karnataka, and is an integral part of the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve. Flanked by towering mountain ranges on all four sides, Tholpetty covers an area of 345 SqKm. The sanctuary’s deciduous forest cover, rich in bio-diversity, is home to 900-odd wild elephants, apart from numerous other species of animals. Location : It is 24 km east of Mananthavady and 8 km west to Negerhole National park.

How to reach : By air: Kozhikode Airport – 120 km, By rail: Kozhikode – 96 km, By road: KSRTC buses connect Tholpetty with all nearby towns.

Sights around : Thirunelli temple, which is 32 kms from Mananthavady, Kuruva Island which is at 17 kms distance and Pakshipathalam which is 7.5 kms from Thirunelli.

Safari in Tholpetty : Available with entry from 7 am to am and 3pm to 5pm (Best season November to May).

Important to note : The forest is quite thick and chances of spotting wildlife is of course a matter of luck and patience. Listen to the jungle and refrain from conversing. Observe and the jungle talks back – this is not our advise, but the forest department official who accompanies every jeep for security and guidance.

Muthanga Tour Packages

Tourism in Kerala is now moving towards Northern districts and Wayanad is one among them. If you wish to visit Wayanad, we can help you to plan your tour effectively and efficiently according to your budget and time. Please contact us for travel advise tournorthkerala@gmail.com

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