Plan your visit to Periyar National Park in Idukki, Kerala. Use this page to check entry fees, wildlife highlights, and the best season — then open the app to book safaris and stays.
At a glance
- Location: Idukki, Kerala, India
- Landscape: rainforest
- Best season: October – March (cooler, less rainfall)
- Gate hours: 06:00 – 18:00 (local)
- Entry fee (Indian): ₹45
- Entry fee (foreign): ₹500
- Official site: https://www.periyartigerreserve.org/
Key wildlife
- Tiger
- Elephant
- Lion-tailed macaque
Things to do
- Lake boat safari
- Bamboo rafting
Safari zones & gates
- Thekkady (Boat landing / ecotourism centre)
Getting around
Private vehicles are not permitted inside core zones. Entry is by registered gypsy / forest safari vehicles only.
Parking available near main entry gates; follow forest staff directions to designated lots.
Featured stays nearby
- Spice Village — 4.4★, ~1.5 km from Thekkady entrance gate · premium
- Greenwoods Resort — 4.2★, ~2.8 km from Thekkady entrance gate · midrange