Yes! Vythiri in Wayanad is indeed a whole different hill station of its own. Wayanad covers a pretty vast area and therefore to explore Wayanad you need at least a 3 nights/4 days stay. Vythiri is an ideal starting point for your Wayanad tour and also the best place to stay in Wayanad. Considering its geographical location, its gifted natural beauty and numerous sightseeing options, there are some of the best hotels in Wayanad at Vythiri. Sprawling tea Plantations, shimmering lakes, lush vegetation, cloud kissing hills and adventure, there is something for every kind of traveler.
For a comfortable stay, there are plenty of good hotels in Wayanad suiting your pockets and travel style. Look for hotels in Vythiri if you really look forward to spend some quality time. Also, Vythiri is well connected to all sightseeing places in Wayanad which makes it easier for you to cover all the other most promising sights.
To make it easier for you we have come up with a list of 5 best places to visit near Vythiri-
- Pookode Lake
Pookode Lake is a gorgeous lake in Vythiri with beautiful verdant hills at its backdrop. It is perfect for a quality time with your family and loved ones. Pedal boating at the Pookode Lake is the favorite activity among travelers here.
- Banasura Dam
Another gem of a place you must mark in your Wayanad tour itinerary. This place is a mix of everything you look for in a hill station. Hills, lake, fun and adventure, you can spend a whole day here. Speed boating in the Banasura Lake is the most recommended activity.
- Soochippara Waterfalls
A beautiful waterfalls near Vythiri, Soochippara is a delight for any traveler. Witness the milky water gushing down from 200 meters height and forming a beautiful natural pool. You have to hike some distance from the entrance point to reach this gorgeous falls though. The hike itself is entertaining and as you reach, this is what you see-
- Chembra Peak
One of the most favorite haunts of the thrill seekers coming to Kerala, the Chembra Peak is a massive mountain towering over 2100 meters above the sea level. It is a hiking heaven. The Heart Shaped Lake half way along the Chembra peak is the prime attraction of this place. Also do remember to checkout the view from the top. The feeling of standing atop the highest point in Wayanad is something to take pleasure in.
- Lakkidi View Point
This particular view point at Lakkidi is pretty popular among the travelers who have been to Wayanad. It is located along the famous Thamarassery Ghat road which connects Wayanad and other downhill cities in Kerala. The spectacular view of the Wayanad Hills from the Lakkidi View Point is out of the World. The rolling hills clubbed with the serpentine Ghat road are also a hit among the landscape photographers.
So, that was our list of Best places to visit near Vythiri Hill station in Wayanad.
As said, there are many beautiful resorts and hotels in Vythiri.
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