Neyyar & Kottoor Day Trip

An easy family day close to the city: the elephant rehabilitation centre at Kottoor, then lake and forest at Neyyar Dam.

Itinerary

• 8:00 AM — Pickup
  Central · East Fort · Trivandrum Airport
• 9:15 AM — Kottoor Elephant Rehabilitation Centre
  See rescued elephants being bathed and cared for at Kappukad. (Entry own expense · check timings)
• 11:30 AM — Neyyar Dam & reservoir
  Forest-ringed lake in the Neyyar Wildlife Sanctuary. (Boating optional, paid direct)
• 12:15 PM — Crocodile rehabilitation centre
  Next to the dam, inside the sanctuary.
• 1:00 PM — Lunch
  Own expense
• 4:30 PM — Drop-off
  Central, East Fort, Airport, or your own stop

Good to know

• 🐘 Kottoor: Timings and feeding/bathing sessions vary — we re-confirm before your trip. Follow the keepers' instructions; no touching or feeding the elephants.
• 🌳 Neyyar: A protected sanctuary — no plastic, no loud music. Boating is optional and paid at the counter.
• 👨‍👩‍👧 Families: Short drives and short walks: good for children and elders. Back in the city by late afternoon.
• ☀️ Weather: Warm middays — carry water and a hat. Mornings are best for the elephants.

Included

• Shared seat, solo to 15
• Water & snacks
• Free drop within the city
• Caretaker for 10+ guests

Not included

• Lunch
• Entry and boating fees
• Tolls and parking (private trips)

What to carry

• Hat and sunscreen
• Comfortable shoes
• Cash for entry fees

Cancellations follow our cancellation & refund policy.

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