India's first planned eco-tourism destination: a suspension bridge over the river, forest trails, a deer park and the Palaruvi waterfall nearby.

Highlights: Suspension bridge, Deer park, Palaruvi Falls, Forest trails

Itinerary

7:30 AM — Pickup
Central · East Fort · Trivandrum Airport
9:30 AM — Thenmala Eco-Tourism zones
Suspension bridge, forest walks, butterfly safari and the leisure zone. (Tickets own expense · check opening days)
11:30 AM — Deer rehabilitation centre
A short drive within the eco-tourism area.
1:00 PM — Lunch
Own expense
2:30 PM — Palaruvi Waterfalls
A tall forest waterfall near Aryankavu. (Entry own expense · seasonal)
4:00 PM — Thenmala (Parappar) Dam
Reservoir views on the way back.
6:30 PM — Drop-off
Central, East Fort, Airport, or your own stop

🎫 Tickets: Eco-tourism zones sell separate tickets or packages — pay at the counter. Opening days can change; we re-confirm before your trip.
💧 Palaruvi: Best after the monsoon; low flow in peak summer. Entry is by forest department ticket and shuttle.
🌳 Forest rules: No plastic, no feeding animals. Wear shoes with grip for trails.
🛣️ The drive: About 2 hours each way. Pairs well with a Jatayu or Kollam trip on another day.

Thenmala Eco-Tourism Day Trip