6 National Park in Kerala One Must Visit In 2024!

Kerala National Parks

1. Anamudi Shola National Park
2. Eravikulam National Park
3. Mathikettan Shola National Park
4. Pampadum Shola National Park
5. Periyar National Park
6. Silent Valley National Park

Kerala has always been popular for its lush greenery, enchanting beaches and one of its kind backwaters. But, there is another aspect of Kerala that testifies it as heaven, it is the rich biodiversity found in the abundance of National Parks in Kerala that makes the location a paradise for the wildlife lovers. Prevalently celebrated as God's own land, the state has a lot to offer concerning the evergreen woods and affluent landscape in the name of Silent Valley National Park and the Eravikulam National Park.

The Kerala National Parks are the perfect window to the gaudy greenery that envelops Kerala. These national parks are well maintained and the authorities make sure that none of the animals and their natural habitat is disturbed because of tourist activities. The state hosts some of the largest tiger reserves in the Periyar National Park, and one can also choose to avail a safari to enjoy the same. No matter what part of Kerala you explore, you will surely find a national park nearby as there are a number of national parks spreading over the length and breadth of the state reflecting the glory of Mother Nature.

Here is the list of best national parks in Kerela:

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Anamudi Shola National Park

Anamudi Shola National Park is located at a distance of 45 kilometers from Munnar in Idukki District of Kerala along the western ghats and beautifully sprawls over an area of 7.5 km square. The park also offers trekking opportunities and other attractions such as the Chinnar River, Pambar River and Thoovanam waterfall. This is one of the Kerala National Parks that is home to a few of the endemic creatures and diverse plants.

It boasts of Pullardi shola, Idivara shola and Mannavan shola backwoods. You can catch 62 types of plants and 174 kinds of herbs and 39 varieties of climbers in this national park. You can spot civet cats, leopards, Indian Bison, wolves, tigers, wild boars, panthers, elephants, jungle cats, sloth bears, wild dogs, flying squirrels, to name a few.

Best Time to Visit: October to March

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Eravikulam National Park

This enchanting National Park in Kerala was originally established in the form of a wildlife sanctuary way back in the year 1975 and was given the status of a national park in the year 1978. Situated in Idukki District, the Eravikulam National Park is the abode to the endangered Nilgiri Tahr, also called the wild goat. This park fortifies the Anamudi peak at 2695 meters altitude.

This national park is breathtaking in size, enclosing an area of approximately 97 square meters and has a rich diversity of flora and fauna including high-level sholas and rolling grasslands to its credit. This national park is also known for 'Neelakurinji', which is a flower that blooms once in 12 years.Some of the notable species found here are Nilgiri Tahr, leopard, tiger, gaur, panthers, Nilgiri langur, sloth bear, wild dog, giant squirrel, Atlas moth, jungle cats and Civet cats.

Best Time to Visit- November to April

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03

Mathikettan Shola National Park

This is one of the beautiful National Parks in Kerala that is located in the Idukki district and lies on the Kerala-Tamil Nadu interstate border. This national park is situated in the higher ranges of the southwestern ghats of Kerala and is a part as well as the last remnant of the Cardamom Hill Reserve. The Mathikettan Shola National Park provides a perennial supply of water for meeting the drinking water and agricultural needs of the population living in Poopara and Santhanpara.

This national park has a unique forest ecosystem and the soil here is rich in silica. This National park has tropical evergreen forests, semi-evergreen forests and moist deciduous forests with grasslands in northern and eastern boundaries. This national park is an excellent habitat for leopard, Asian elephant, sambar, wild dog, gaur, civets, wild boar, black eagle, jungle cats, Malabar parakeet, scarlet Minivet etc.

Best Time to Visit: November to April

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04

Pampadum Shola National Park

Situated in the Marayoor town of Idukki district in Kerala along the Western Ghats, the Pampadum Shola National Park is hugely popular among nature lovers around the world. Ever since it was declared as a national park in the year 2004 it has been drawing an enormous convergence of wildlife lovers.This park covers an area of 11.75 square kilometers and is managed by the Kerala Department of Forests and Wildlife.

The rough landscape present in the tropical evergreen forest of Kerala with all-natural vegetation never fails to astound the wildlife enthusiasts. The national park is home to more than 93 species of moths and 10 types of butterflies with a great variety of deers, elephants, langurs, wild canines and buffaloes.

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Periyar National Park

The Periyar National Park is situated in Thekkady and falls in the Pathanamthitta and Idukki districts of Kerala. The Periyar lake, which was built to serve as a reservoir acts as the heart of the sanctuary. The park envelopes an area of 26 square kilometers and offers an opportunity to the tourist to admire the excellent wonders of nature gifted to us by God while sailing around in the boat.

Another significant feature of this National Park in Kerala is that it is a tiger reserve. This Kerala National Park is the perfect habitat for splendid creatures such as the Bengal Tiger, Gaurs, Indian elephants, Malabar giant squirrel, Sambar, Vipet, flying squirrels, woodpecker, kingfisher, Krait, to name a few.Beautiful tea, cardamom and coffee plantations surround the park to make it a pacified destination.

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Silent Valley National Park

The Silent Valley National Park is noted for its endangered species, namely, sambhars, tigers, jaguars and a unique type of vegetation. This national park is a 90 square kilometer of rainforest and is one of the most natural and untouched rainforests present in the subcontinent.

Situated in the Palakkad district of Kerala over the enthralling Nilgiri Hills, the Silent Valley provides the habitat to several wanderers. The creatures that can be spotted here include Leopard, Malabar giant squirrel, sloth bear, spotted deer, pale harrier, Malabar pied Hornbill, gray-headed Bulbul, great Indian Hornbill among many more. The well managed and planned safari along with the beautiful stopovers around this national park makes the trip to Kerala totally worth it.

Best Time to Visit: September to March

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Periyar National Park

Experience the wonders of Periyar National Park! Nestled in the Western Ghats of Kerala, India, this biodiverse sanctuary offers a captivating blend of wildlife and pristine landscapes. Embark on thrilling jungle safaris and encounter majestic elephants, tigers, leopards, and diverse avian species roaming freely in their natural habitat. Discover lush forests, shimmering streams, and cascading waterfalls as you trek through its verdant trails.Boating on the tranquil Periyar Lake provides a unique opportunity to spot wildlife congregating at the water's edge. As a responsible eco-tourism destination, the park promotes conservation efforts and sustainable tourism.Whether you're an adventure seeker, wildlife enthusiast, or simply seeking a serene retreat amidst nature's bounty, Periyar National Park promises an unforgettable and enriching experience in the lap of pristine wilderness.

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