Wayanad, Kerala
Wayanad Backpacking Trip
- Duration
- 2D / 1N2 days · 1 night
- Starts from
- Bangalore
- Trip type
- Adventure
Soochipara Waterfalls, Kerala's longest zipline, the 900 Kandi glass bridge and a Banasura Sagar Dam sunset on a 2D/1N weekend escape from Bangalore.
- Adventure
- Heights
- Waves
- Nature
- Culture
Dates
- 30 Oct 20262 days₹5,599
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Prices are per person.
The trip
Hidden in Kerala's Malabar region along the Western Ghats, Wayanad is a lush, sparsely populated haven of misty hills, winding streams, sprawling tea estates and wildlife-rich forests. Known as the 'Spice Garden of India', the air here carries the aroma of cardamom, black pepper, star anise and cumin.
This action-packed 2-day, 1-night getaway from Bangalore packs in the best of Wayanad: a morning at the Soochipara Waterfalls, Kerala's longest zipline with giant swing, sky cycling and ATV rides beside a tea plantation, an off-road jeep ride up to the 900 Kandi Glass Bridge for sweeping mountain views, and an evening of bonfire, music and stargazing at a campsite or roomstay. Day 2 takes you to the Banasura Sagar Dam, India's largest earthen dam, for boating and kayaking against the Western Ghats, followed by a century-old wooden Tea Museum, spice shopping and live banana-chip making before the scenic drive home through the Bandipur forest stretch.
Travel by AC Tempo Traveller, stay on a sharing basis in tents or rooms with modern amenities, and enjoy breakfast on both days and dinner on Day 1. Lunch is self-sponsored. Perfect for friends, solo travellers and anyone who wants a quick reset in the hills.
Highlights
Day 1 · 2:00 PM900 Kandi Jeep Ride & Glass Bridge
Day 2 · 9:00 AMBanasura Sagar Dam
Day by day
Overnight Departure from Bangalore, Soochipara Falls, Zipline & 900 Kandi
Leave the city noise behind on Friday night as we set off towards the lush green hills of Wayanad, Kerala. Board your travel coach from your designated pick-up point at 09:30 PM and enjoy an overnight road trip of around 8 hours through quiet highways into the Western Ghats, resting up to arrive fresh for a weekend packed with waterfalls, adventure and tea plantations. Pick-up Locations & Timings: 09:30 PM: Udupi Grand (Teacher’s Colony, HSR Layout) 10:00 PM: KLM Fashion Mall (Marathahalli Village) Reach the roomstay or campsite in Wayanad early in the morning, freshen up and fuel up with an authentic Kerala breakfast. Drive through tea estates to the Soochipara Waterfalls, then head to the adventure zone for Kerala's longest zipline, giant swing, sky cycling and ATV rides along a tea plantation walk. After lunch at a local eatery, take the off-road jeep ride up to 900 Kandi and step onto the Glass Bridge for stunning views across the Wayanad mountains. Wind down with dinner at the stay, followed by a bonfire, music and stargazing (bonfire 9 to 10 PM, weather permitting) before retiring to your tents or rooms.
- 6:00 AMArrival at the Roomstay / CampsiteReach the roomstay or campsite in Wayanad after the overnight drive, freshen up and settle in. Stay is on a sharing basis in tents or rooms with western washrooms.
- 8:00 AMKerala BreakfastFuel up with an authentic Kerala breakfast at the stay before heading out for a packed day.
- 9:00 AMSoochipara WaterfallsDrive through tea estates to Soochipara Waterfalls. Trek down the short trail, click pictures and soak in the natural splash pool. (Kanthampara Falls may be visited instead, subject to conditions.)
- 11:00 AMLongest Zipline & Adventure ZoneKerala's longest zipline, giant swing, sky cycling and ATV rides beside a tea plantation walk. Adventure activities are self-sponsored.
- 1:00 PMLunch at a Local EateryLunch at a local eatery nearby (self-sponsored). This is an offbeat location, so food options are simple and limited.
- 2:00 PM900 Kandi Jeep Ride & Glass Bridge (a highlight)Off-road 4x4 jeep ride up to 900 Kandi and a walk out on the Glass Bridge for stunning views across the Wayanad mountains. Jeep ride is self-sponsored.
- 7:00 PMDinner, Bonfire & Musical NightReturn to the stay and freshen up. Dinner at the stay, then gather around the bonfire (9 to 10 PM, weather permitting) for music, stories and stargazing before turning in to your tents/rooms.
Banasura Sagar Dam, Tea Museum, Spice Shopping & Return to Bangalore
Wake up to crisp morning air and lush views. After breakfast and check-out, head to Banasura Sagar Dam, India's largest earthen dam, set against the majestic Western Ghats. Explore the scenic surroundings and, weather permitting, try speed boating, kayaking or a coracle ride (dam tickets included; boating is self-sponsored). After a wholesome Kerala-style lunch at a local restaurant, visit a century-old wooden tea factory built in 1911 and now converted into a Tea Museum to learn the secrets of tea making. Wrap up with a quick stop at local spice outlets and watch live banana chips being made before driving back to Bangalore through the scenic Bandipur forest stretch, reaching the city late in the night with memories of a perfect weekend.
- 7:00 AMBreakfast & Check-outWake up to the morning views, freshen up, enjoy breakfast at the stay and complete the check-out formalities.
- 9:00 AMBanasura Sagar Dam (a highlight)India's largest earthen dam, set against the Western Ghats. Explore the scenic surroundings; optional speed boating, kayaking and coracle rides (self-sponsored, subject to weather). Dam tickets included.
- 12:00 PMKerala-style LunchWholesome Kerala-style lunch at a local restaurant (self-sponsored).
- 1:00 PMCentury-old Tea MuseumVisit the three-storied wooden tea factory built in 1911, now a Tea Museum, and learn how Wayanad's tea is processed.
- 3:00 PMSpice Shopping & Banana ChipsQuick stop at local spice outlets for cardamom, pepper and star anise, and watch live banana chips being made before picking up some for the road.
- 4:00 PMReturn Journey to BangaloreDrive back through the scenic Bandipur forest stretch with tea and dinner breaks on the way (self-sponsored). Reach Bangalore by around 11:30 PM to midnight.
What’s included
7 items · extras
Gear & extras, 7 items
- Accommodation on sharing basis in tents/rooms depending on the property.
- Trip captain throughout the trip.
- Experience of group travel and a lifetime of memories.
- Meals: Breakfast on Day 1 & Day 2 and dinner on Day 1.
- Entire travel as per the itinerary by AC Tempo Traveller.
- Stay in tents or a roomstay with western washrooms, dining area, indoor & outdoor games and a bonfire & chill area.
- Tickets of Banasura Sagar Dam.
Not included, 9 items
- Travel, Accidental and Medical insurance.
- 900 Kandi jeep ride.
- GST @ 5%
- Lunch on both days and any meals not mentioned in the inclusions.
- Personal expenses and tips.
- Costs arising due to uncontrollable circumstances like bad weather conditions, landslides or public protests.
- Zipline, ATV or any other adventure/water sports activity (self-sponsored).
- All entry tickets not mentioned in the inclusions.
- Anything not mentioned under inclusions.
Questions about this trip
Items to carry?
• Soft copy of your Aadhar card • Face mask and sanitizer • Cargo/track pants/shorts • T-shirts • Sunscreen • Good traction shoes • Water bottles (2) • Cap and sunglasses • Personal medical kit • Flip-flops for lazing around the campsite • Polybags to carry your wet clothes • Extra cash for meals not included in the itinerary • Powerbank • Small backpack to carry your essentials during the trek • And most importantly, your sense of humor and the spirit of adventure!
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What is the check-in policy and how strictly is the daily activity timeline followed?
Activity & Daily Timeline: The hourly activity schedule provided is tentative and designed to give you the best experience. The order of places visited or timings may vary or be adjusted due to weather/climatic conditions, traffic jams, local government restrictions, or road conditions. Water activities at Banasura Sagar Dam and the bonfire (9 PM to 10 PM) are subject to weather conditions. Early Check-in: Standard check-in times apply as per the stay/campsite policy. Early check-in is strictly subject to availability upon arrival at the property. In cases where early check-in isn't available, common washrooms/freshen-up areas will be provided so you can get ready for the day's plan without delay.
Terms & conditions
Cancellation/Reschedule & Refund: No refund is made on the initial booking amount for any cancellation or reschedule. If cancelled/rescheduled 7 days before the trip start date, 50% of the trip cost is charged as cancellation fee; 3 days before, 75%; within 3 days of the start date, 100%. In case of unforeseen weather conditions or government restrictions, certain activities may be cancelled; we will try our best to provide an alternate feasible activity, but no refund will be provided for the same. We reserve the right to rearrange the itinerary to suit availability without changing the total number of days or compromising on any service. All guests must carry a government-issued ID card. Confirmation of physical and mental health is required before starting any trek or tour. No refund will be provided for problems due to government orders, harsh weather, protests, landslides or other unforeseen circumstances.
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