VYTHIRI - TRAVEL INFO
Hill Station
Distance (From Kalpetta (wayanad)): 10 Kms
Commonly Visited From: Kalpetta (wayanad)
Trip Duration (From Kalpetta (wayanad), Including Travel): 1-2 Hours
Transportation Options: Bus / Cab / Auto
Travel Tips: None
At a distance of 5 km from Lakkidi, 12 km from Kalpetta and 64 km from Kozhikode, Vythiri is a small Hill Station situated in Wayanad district of Kerala. It lies at an altitude ranging between 3750 to 4500 feet and is a beautiful summer resort in Kerala state.
Vythiri is a classic blend of old world charm, peaceful environs & modern amenities. Vythiri is famous for its evergreen rain forests and plantations of coffee, tea, rubber, cardamom and pepper. The forests of Vythiri are home to a wide variety of wildlife. The bird watchers can enjoy exploring this place and get a chance to look at a wide variety of migratory birds from close quarters. This is an ideal place for tourists to soak in the dense green covers and explore the breathtaking surroundings.
There are many places to visit in and around the region, including Pookote Lake, which lies 3 km away. The Chembara Peak, Soochipara & Meenmutty Falls, Edakkal caves, Banasura Sagar dam and Muthanga Wildlife Sanctuary are the other major attractions of Vythiri. Karalad Lake is situated 8 km from Vythiri. It offers facilities for angling and boating as well as a recreational park. The trek to this lake is also quite exciting.
There are many accommodation facilities available in Vythiri. The eco-friendly Vythiri Resort situated about 4 km from Vythiri offers Tree Houses which are quite famous among foreign tourists visiting the place.
Vythiri has pleasant weather throughout the year, but the best time to visit is October - May.
