WAYANAD :: LEISURE



Pookote lake

Set in a beautiful valley and surrounded by evergreen forests and wooded hills, Pookote is one of Wayanad’s top visitors draws. This natural lake near Lakkidi is just a short distance off the National Highway 212.
It has been developed as a recreational centre having boating facilities, children’s park, shop for souvenirs and spices, and a fresh water aquarium. Replete with a café and restaurant,  this is a good setting for day outings with family.

Distance from Hiliya Resort : 37 Kms

Kanthanpara Falls

Relatively smaller than Sentinel Rock, and rather less frequented, Kanthanpara and its surroundings are nonetheless very pleasant. An easy hike away from the main road. It’s perfect for picnics.

Distance from Hiliya Resort : 35 Kms

Sunrise Valley

As the name indicates, Sunrise valley is a great place to watch the rising and setting sun set amidst dramatic mountain scenery. The place also offers a panoramic view of the valley beneath with the River Chaliyar meandering along gracefully.

Distance from Hiliya Resort : 32 Kms

Phantom Rock


Located close to Ambalavayal town, Phantom Rock; named so because of its skull head shape, is locally called Cheengeri Mala. The immediate surroundings offer excellent photo opportunities.

Distance from Hiliya Resort : 16 Kms

Kuruva Island

The Kuruva Island with 950 acres of evergreen forest lies on one of the tributaries of the River Kabini. This calm and peaceful island is home to a variety of birds, butterflies and orchids.

Distance from Hiliya Resort : 20 Kms

Sentinental Rock Falls

Locally known as Soochipara, this is a very popular leisure destination. While younger visitors love to romp in the pool formed the foot of the fall, the more restrained can have equally good fun just taking in the scenery.

Distance from Hiliya Resort : 45 Kms

RARS

The Regional Agricultural Research Station located in Ambalavayal town is part of the Kerala Agricultural University. This station conducts research on spices, tropical and sub tropical fruits, vegetables and hill paddy. RARS also has a nursery with a large collection of rare roses and ornamental plants. Visitors can purchase seeds and saplings at the sales Counter.

Distance from Hiliya Resort : 22 Kms

Karapuzha Dam

This is large irrigation based dam site is set amidst picturesque surroundings. It is another fine venue for picnics.

Distance from Hiliya Resort : 41 Kms

Pazhassi Park

A good recreational site, Pazhassi Park, has a children’s play area and boating facilities set on the Mananthavady river.

Distance from Hiliya Resort : 24 Kms

Karaland lake

A 7-acre lake with a charming grove surrounding it, Karalad is now being developed as a recreational park with facilities for boating and angling.

Distance from Hiliya Resort : 38 Kms
 
 
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