An easy day on Wayanad's water: the ghat view from Lakkidi, a forest lake at Pookode, Karlad's quiet lake and India's largest earth dam at Banasura Sagar.
Highlights: Lakkidi viewpoint, Pookode Lake, Karlad Lake, Banasura Sagar Dam
Itinerary
7:30 AM — Pickup Kalpetta KSRTC bus station · Sulthan Bathery bus station · your resort on the way (Bathery 7:30 · Kalpetta 8:15)
8:45 AM — Lakkidi viewpoint & Chain Tree The view down the Thamarassery ghat, and the legend of the chained tree. (Photo stop)
9:30 AM — Pookode Lake A freshwater lake ringed by evergreen forest, with pedal boats. (Entry & boating own expense)
11:45 AM — Karlad Lake A quiet lake below the hills; kayaks and a zipline for the brave. Lunch nearby, own expense. (Activities paid direct)
2:00 PM — Banasura Sagar Dam India's largest earth dam, with islands in the reservoir and the Banasura hills behind. (Entry & speedboat own expense)
5:30 PM — Drop-off Kalpetta, Sulthan Bathery, or your resort
Good to know
🌧️ Rain & closures: Boating and adventure stop in heavy rain or wind; red-alert days can close the lakes and dam. We check the evening before and call you if plans change.
🚶 Walking: Banasura is an uphill walk from the car park; buggies may run, own expense. Pookode and Karlad paths are easy but can be slippery.
🎟️ Tickets: Entry, boating, kayak and zipline are paid at each counter. Carry cash and UPI; weekend queues are long at Banasura.
🗓️ Staying longer?: Edakkal, Thirunelli and Muthanga are our other Wayanad day tours. Combine two for a full Wayanad weekend.
