Kerala · most people spend 6–8 days
ThekkadyTravel guide · tours · day trips · things to do
Discover Thekkady
Good forCultureFoodLocal ExperienceHeritage
Our own itineraries · private car and driver throughout · real photographs only
Most people spend 6–8 days From ₹4,500 per person 6 itineraries include Thekkady Kerala
The short version
About Thekkady
Thekkady is a city in Kerala.
Thekkady has 4 places to visit, including Periyar Tiger Reserve, Periyar Lake Boat Safari and Spice Garden Tour, 28 places to stay and 1 travel agent.
Thekkady is best known for Periyar National Park, Jatayu Earth Centre and Kovalam Beach. Most visitors give it 6–8 days.
It combines well with Alappuzha, Athirapally, Bekal and Guruvayur, all within a day of Thekkady.
Worth knowing
- State
- Kerala
- Good for
- Culture, Food, Local Experience, Heritage
- Typical stay
- 6–8 days
Last updated 5 October 2026 · Compiled by The Trip India from verified listings, destination records and traveller reviews.
- Visit Thekkady during winter for pleasant weather
- Hire a local guide for the best experience
What people come for
Places to visit in Thekkady
These are the Thekkady sights our own itineraries actually visit, ranked by how often they appear — so the order reflects what a Thekkady trip really includes.
Bookable on their own
Day trips in Thekkady
Short outings that book on their own — no package needed. Each is a one-day trip from Thekkady with a private car and driver.
Our own itineraries
Thekkady tour packages
Ours, not resold. A private car and driver throughout, and Thekkady is in every itinerary. Prices are per person on twin sharing.
Weather and seasons
Best time to visit Thekkady
The year divides into three seasons, and each changes what there is to do.
WinterNov-Feb
SummerMar-May
MonsoonJun-Sep
Nov-FebWinter
19–29°C
≈285 mm rain
0 deg45 deg
Mar-MaySummer
22–31°C
≈434 mm rain
0 deg45 deg
Jun-SepMonsoon
22–26°C
≈1162 mm rain
0 deg45 deg
What it costs
- Budget
- ₹800/day
- Mid-range
- ₹2,000/day
- Luxury
- ₹5,000+/day
Is Thekkady safe?
Thekkady is generally safe for tourists.
SponsoredAdvertise in Thekkady
Who to book with
Popular travel agencies in Thekkady
Local operators based in Thekkady, promoted first.
Top travel agencies in Thekkady
Combines well with
Places to visit near Thekkady
Real photographs only
Thekkady photos
Every image below is a real photograph from one of our Thekkady itineraries. Stand-in image files are never shown.