meanders around the contours of the wooded hills, providing a permanent
source of water for the local wildlife. Though its a Tiger Reserve, tourists
come here to view the Indian elephants in the act of ablution and playfulness
by the Periyar lake. Major Wildlife Attractions in Periyar National Park Apart
from Elephants, the other animals to be seen in the Periyar sanctuary are
Gaur, Wild Pigs, Sambar, Barking Deer, Mouse Deer, Dole or Indian Wild
Dog and very rarely, a Tiger. There are, now, an estimated 40 tigers here.
Four species of primates are found at Periyar - the rare lion-tailed macaque,
the Nilgiri Langur, Common Langur And Bonnet Macaque. Periyar also
happens to be the habitat of the elusive Nilgiri Tahr, which is rarely to be
seen. The birdlife comprises of Darters, Cormorants, Kingfishers, the great
Malabar Hornbill and racket-tailed Drongoes. The reptilian population boasts
Of Monitor Lizards that can be spotted basking in the sun, on the rocks along
the lakeshore. Visitors who trek into the Periyar national park often see a
Python and sometimes even a King Cobra. In the lap of the mountains, the
Periyar wildlife sanctuary's environ is like a canvas of many shades. The
fresh air of the moist deciduous forest gives one a chance to experience the
peace and serenity and long to return for more. Proceed from Periyar to
Kumarakom. Overnight at Kumarkom.
Day 9:
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Morning depart by surface to Kovalam. On arrival transfer to
hotel in Kovalam.
Day 10:
Full day free to relax on beach.Spend the moments of leisure
at the beach site, especially during sunset. Laze on the
golden sands and walk on it, to marvel at lush greenery all
around. Relish at variety of vegetarian and non
vegetarian cuisines that will delight the foodies. The restaurants alongside the
beach serves some lip-smacking Kerala sea food and continental cuisines
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