Kerala Wildlife Sanctuaries

Best known for its wildlife, Kerala is a must-see for all visitors who are interested in taking a detour from the usual Kerala backwater tours. The virgin land of Kerala is a veritable paradise for all wildlife lovers. Where else can one view the animals in their natural surroundings while cruising on the Periyar Lake or better still come within a few feet of a herd of wild Elephants and still be at ease. Observation towers are set about the reserve for more enthusiastic of nature lovers. If the boat cruise of Periyar Lake and sanctuary is a unique delight, then the Vembanad Lake and the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary are an ornithologists paradise and a favorite haunt of migratory birds like the Siberian Stork, Egret, Darter, Harren and Seal.