Thattekad Bicycle Tours
Bicycles are the most eco friendly and efficient way to explore less travelled and pristine areas around any tourist destination. At Thattekad we organize a variety of local cycling programs that take you around local attractions ,village life, plantations and pristine nature. You can select or tailor a trip according to your physical and cycling capabilities. These small trips along the unpaved roads, through forest and villages with greenery and fresh air around you will be a refreshing experience for your mind and body.
Kayaking & Boating
Paddle on the beautiful Periyar, the longest river in Kerala. At Thattekad, Periyar is calm and wide, thaks to Bhootattankettu dam down stream. Evergreen Thattekad bird sanctuary forest on one side and rubber plantations on other bank make this a picture perfect location with unpolluted water and serene environment. One can use kayak or pedal boat to explore the lagoons spread across the forest. Motor boats are available for small groups to cruise along the main river.
Birding and Nature Walk
Dr. Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary, popularly known as Thattekad Bird Sanctuary is a birding hot spot for low land forest birds. This includes western Ghats endemics and winter migratory birds. A visit to the sanctuary is a must if you are travelling to Thattekad. Guided birding and photography tours are available for those interested. Butterfly garden and boating on Periyar river are among the other attractions.
