Days 1 and 2
Follow the two-day itinerary: Edakkal, Phantom Rock, Karapuzha and Nellarachal on day one; Chembra or Soochipara, Pookode, En Ooru and Lakkidi on day two.
Day 3, option A: the Banasura side
- 7:30 AM · Banasura hill trek (about 4 hours, guided, minimum age 11), or a gentler walk to the first tier of Meenmutty falls from 10 AM.
- 2 PM · Banasura Sagar Dam Boating on the reservoir; it is quieter late in the afternoon.
- Sunset · Tropics at Taj Wayanad A pool-side drink over the water (reserve ahead).
Day 3, option B: a wildlife morning
- 6–7 AM · Muthanga safari The first slot is the best for elephants; book online or arrive early.
- 10 AM · Breakfast in Sultan Bathery at Jubery or Cafe Corner House.
- Afternoon · rest at the estate, or visit Uravu for bamboo crafts.
Got a fourth day?
Go north for a long day: Kuruvadweep river islands in the morning (open roughly September to May), then Thirunelli temple and the Tholpetty afternoon safari.