Down the coast to Kannur and up the Periya ghat into Kerala's green north: Banasura's earth dam, Pookode's forest lake and Edakkal's ancient carvings — your own vehicle and driver.
Highlights: Edakkal Caves, Banasura Dam, Pookode Lake, Periya ghat
Itinerary
Day 1 · 5:30 AM — Pickup & drive to Wayanad From your door in Kasaragod — about 170 km via Kannur, Kuthuparamba and the Periya ghat, roughly 4.5 hours with breakfast. (Stay booked by you)
Day 1 · 11:00 AM — Banasura Sagar Dam India's largest earth dam, with green islands in the reservoir. (Entry & boating own expense)
Day 1 · afternoon — Pookode Lake A forest lake near Vythiri with pedal boats. Overnight in Kalpetta or Vythiri. (Boating paid direct)
Day 2 · 9:00 AM — Edakkal Caves A short, steep climb to caves with prehistoric rock carvings. (Closed Mondays · entry own expense)
Day 2 · 11:30 AM — Drive home Back via Mananthavady, the Periya ghat and Kannur; at your door in Kasaragod by evening.
Good to know
🪨 Edakkal Caves: Closed on Mondays — on a Sunday start we visit on Day 1 instead. The climb is steep: not ideal for elders or small children.
⛰️ The ghat road: We use the Periya (Nedumpoyil) ghat; it can be restricted after heavy rain. We cross it in daylight both ways.
🌧️ Seasonal spots: Boating and viewpoints can shut on rain-alert days; some spots cap daily visitors. We check on the day and swap stops.
🏨 Your stay: You book your resort or homestay; Kalpetta and Vythiri are central. Your driver's night allowance is in our price.
