Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary – Tholpetty

The unique experience

Tholpetty Wildlife Sanctuary is a Mecca for bird watching, night camping, watchtower stays and trekking- activities that offer a high adrenaline rush to you. The place is an idyllic spot to get one with nature and spend time in her lap doing  ‘nothing’ except enjoying the bounties like wildlife and pristine natural surroundings.  

About Tholpetty Wildlife Sanctuary

Positioned on the Kodagu Road, the sanctuary is merely 20 kilometers away from Mananthavady. It’s a blissful spot to entice travelers with its mind-blowing natural wonders and a vast kaleidoscope of wildlife. Animals such as tigers, monkeys, elephants, leopards, bears, and langurs are quite commonly spotted. Bird watchers will also find visiting this place interesting as it’s a haven for many kinds of birds. Butterflies and the reptilian population also inhabit the place. Many kinds of fish species are also to be found here. The wildlife park is best known for its night safari that mostly attracts travelers. One can easily spot wild animals on these safaris. 

Legend

Tholpetty, counted as one of the most beautiful places to visit in Wayanad, has a rich historical past. King Pazhassi Raja of Malabar and the British fought many battles on this land. 

More about the place

Apart from the night safari, Tholpetty is also popular for its watchtower. Visitors are taken to the tower where they can spot tigers, leopards, elephants, and bisons drinking water. The forested terrain is a botanist’s paradise as here; one can spot many different types of trees that cover the length and breadth, like Silver Oak, Teak and Eucalyptus. Also, one can see spotted deer, mouse deer, and giant squirrels very commonly during jungle safaris. 

Places to visit in Tholpetty

One can come to this wildlife sanctuary and make trips to other popular Wayanad Tourist places like Kuruva Island, Nagarhole Wildlife Sanctuary, Papanasini River and the Pakshipathalam Bird Sanctuary. All these spots are picturesque and pull hundreds of people that come here to fall in love with Mother Nature. 

What else?

Tholpetty Wildlife Sanctuary jeep safari price

The jeep safari is a must to be experienced activity and is priced at Rs. 675 per jeep for 7 persons. It is engaging and very thrilling. It is one of the major attractions in Wayanad tour packages.

How to reach

Distance in kilometers from - Calicut Airport- 96 kilometers  and Calicut Railway Station- 85 kilometers