Parambikulam

Parambikulam Tiger Reserve

Looking for some jungliness? Do you wish to talk with the wildlife or put yourselves on some adventure? – If yes, then pack your bags and head to the wilderness of Parambikulam! The spellbinding sights at the Parambikulam Tiger Reserve won't let down you.

Located in Chittur, the rural heartland of Palakkad, the Parambikulam Tiger Reserve is a 285 sq. km wide plethora of rich wildlife and plants!

The picturesque beauty of the place is increased by the artistic hill ranges whichrangefrom altitudes of 300 to 1400 m above the main sea level. The wilderness is made more poetic with the panoramic landscape, fresh water streams, magical waterfalls, tranquil waters of the reservoir, painted stretch of hills and valleys etc.

Parambikulam have the borders of other wildlife sanctuaries of Kerala and Tamilnadu sharing boundaries with it, making it one of the richest wildlife spots in the world! From the majestic Indian Tigers to the Furious leopards or the Mighty Indian Elephants or even the creepy fresh water crocodiles are all spellbinding scenes for a visitor!

As per the recent surveys, the reserve of Parambikulam and the neighbouring sanctuaries are home to around 36 tigers. The reserve also houses around 39 species of mammals, 15amphibian species, many number of species of reptiles, fishes, butterflies and birds and over a thousand species of insects. Parambikulam is also a birdwatchers’ paradise.

Geographically, the tiger reserve is nestled between the mighty Anamalai hills and the beautiful hills of Nelliyampathi. These valleys provide perfect spots for photographs and offers scenic view points!

The Karimalai hills of the Parambikulam reserve provides a splendid view of the Thunakadavu and Parambikulam water reservoirs. Tourists can get on top the watchtower to have a panoramic view of the rivers and nearby lush green valleys.While at the place, tourists are taken for trekking through the hills and also for regular jungle safaris at the reserve.

Parambikulam is credited for creating the first scientifically managed teak plantations of the world, which was later merged with the forest land.This plantation in fact also has the world's tallest and oldest teak tree named the ‘Kannimara’ (Connemara – an Irish name). The tree is believed to be around 350 years-old and is about 40 metres tall and 7 metres wide!

The indigenoustribal communities living in the junglesof Parambikulam believe that the Kannimara tree isthe abode of celestial beings. They conduct worship and special prayers at the place.

With all its beauty and wilderness, Parambikulam Tiger Reserve and the wildlife inside it is a treat for any wildlife lover and nature enthusiast!

So, take the wildlife lover in you to explore the jungles of Parambikulam! Experience the Jungle Safaris and Wildlife Trekking! Get immersed in the peace of the wilderness!

The tiger reserve is open from 7:00 a.m. till 5:00 p.m. every day and also houses various accommodation facilities inside the tiger reserve for the tourists and wildlife enthusiasts.