Eravikulam Wildlife Sanctuary

Eravikulam, a part of the district of Idukki is a beautiful location situated very close to the marvelous hill station of Munnar. Located in the midst of lovely grasslands over an area of 97 square kilometers, Eravikulam Wildlife Sanctuary was established for the conservation of the endangered Nilgiri Tahr. Today, Eravikulam Wildlife Sanctuary houses the most number of Nilgiri Tahr in the world. The Wildlife Sanctuary houses many other animals like Gaurs, Elephants, Langur, Leopard, Tiger, and Lion-tailed Macaque.

Accommodation is readily available near the Eravikulam Wildlife Sanctuary. Many hotels and lodges offer excellent accommodation facilities and extraordinary facilities like local sightseeing, trekking, safaris to the wildlife reserve. The hotels offer good accommodation facilities at extremely affordable rates.

Eravikulam National Park is well accessible from different parts of the country by road, rail and air. The nearest airport to Eravikulam Wildlife Sanctuary is Kochi which is about 135 kilometers away. The nearest railway station is Aluva which is about 115 kilometers from the Eravikulam National Park.

Eravikulam Wildlife Sanctuary has a pleasant climate throughout the year. However during monsoon which is between June and August, Eravikulam Wildlife Sanctuary receives heavy and erratic rainfalls. April and May are the hottest months at the Eravikulam Wildlife Sanctuary. The best time to visit the Wildlife Sanctuary is between September and December. January and February are also good to visit Eravikulam Wildlife Sanctuary.