Wayanad Trek & Camping
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- Difficulty - Moderate
- For 10+ years
- Best Season - Winter (Nov, Dec, Jan) Spring (Feb, March, April) Monsoon (Aug, Sept, Oct)
God’s Own Country – isn’t that how some advertising agency decided to refer to Kerala as?
But when you take a trip to this gorgeous state you will realise that the ad people were not really wrong.
So, the next time you are looking for a weekend escape from the chaos of your work life or stress of your academics, consider one of the Wayanad trekking packages from Plan The Unplanned.
Through the heart of Kerala’s wonderland, we will take you on a trip that will blur the lines between real and magical. Bring along your sense of whimsy and adventure and you will return with the most magnificent memories.
From cardamom-scented mountains to spotting elusive wildlife at the Nagarhole Tiger Reserve, there is so much to wonder at. You will walk through gurgling streams and gaze at cascading waterfalls, all while savouring the sounds of silence.
And when we say that there is no dearth of adventure on this trip, we kid you not – from the exciting Glass Bridge in 900 Kandi Eco Park to the exhilarating longest zipline, this will become the trip you will never forget!
Trek highlights
This Wayanad trekking trip goes beyond just trekking – it’s an all-in-one adventure that you will want to talk about, long after you are back in Bangalore. You will get to experience the true beauty of Kerala and take that well-deserved break from boardrooms and all-night cramming sessions.
- Your journey starts with a ride through the Nagarhole Tiger Reserve in the quiet of the night
- Be enamoured by the story of your homestay owners who live within elephant territory
- Drift away to the warming aroma of cardamom and wake up to fresh clean air
- Embark on the Adventurous Aranamala trek, and witness the magic of the river
- Step onto the 900 Kandi Glass Bridge for some memorable clicks
- Return to a luscious spread, Kerala style
- Head out again to explore rockier terrains and trek more challenging paths to the Aranamala Waterfalls
- End the day with a luscious dinner, campfire and some star gazing
- Wake up to the most gorgeous sunrise, enjoy a hearty breakfast and then head out
- Thrill seekers will definitely want to try out the longest zipline in Wayanad
- Try local delicacies such as fruits dipped in vinegar or local spiced buttermilk
As you head back to Bangalore, you will travel through the Bandipur National Park and just maybe spot some more wildlife. Plan your trip with Plan The Unplanned and we will take care of all the planning for you!
Highlights
Day 0
‣ Depart from Bengaluru by 8:30pm
Day 1
‣ Arrive at the camp
‣ Freshen up and breakfast
‣ Lunch
‣ Trek to Rocky River
‣ Rest for an hour
‣ High tea and snacks
‣ Dinner
Day 2
‣ Wake up and have breakfast
‣ Leave from campsite
‣ Try the longest zipline adventure (self-sponsored)
‣ Lunch enroute
‣ Arrive at Bengaluru at 10:30pm
*All timings are an estimate and subject to change
Day 0 - Depart for Wayanad
Private Vehicle (Non-AC Vehicle ( Tempo Traveller/Mini-bus with Push Back seats ))
Stay Not Applicable
Meals Not Included
Your journey begins at Bengaluru when you are lost in the star-studded sky, with the city lights fading in the background. With excitement in the air, we begin with a few ice-breaking sessions - the best way to get to know your fellow trekkers and unwind from the long weekday stress. As the night lingers on, it’s best to settle down and fall into a short slumber - allowing your bodies and minds to get that much needed rest. Enjoy the calm and relax as we arrive at our start point for an exhilarating adventure ahead.
Day 1 - River Stream Trek
Trek (Jeep Ride)
Tents
All Meals
Just before dawn you roll into Meppadi in a muzzy state, which is also peppered with excitement. The air is fresher here and so is the rush. There is a jeep that helps you to get off the grid to the bumpy forest trails of Chooralmala and Aranamala. You are going 30 km in the wilderness, where people lose access to WiFi and nature becomes the premise.
The campsite is more like a secret that somebody is telling you about the forest, hidden in the green chrysalis. Your day begins with a refreshing shower after which you are greeted with a hot cup of black tea and a local breakfast which is simple, soulful and all you need to wake your senses.
Then comes your initial actual encounter of the wild side of Wayanad - the stream trek. Having buckled on your floats, with high spirits, you follow a barrier of a fallen tree, the work of nature herself, an arch-way. The trail runs through water, through rocks, through roots- you will re-cross the river a hundred times but safely under the guidance of your local guide. You can hear the forest talking all around you and every splash reminds you of nature.
First you hear a bit of road buzzing in the distance, civilisation telling you that it is there, only briefly. In a short time you are back in the trees, moping by the river, feet in cool water, drinking in the silence. The last stage travels through the Elephant Forest - a jungle path that tells you ancient jungle stories - until the campsite again welcomes you like a friend.
Hunger is calling by this time. The lunch is hot and fresh and you eat it up like a person who deserved these meals.
The day also sports a hidden waterfall, a mere 2 km hike away, in case you are lucky enough to be around in August-December. As you come very near it becomes louder and louder - and here it is, tumbling down to a natural pool, as clear as the sky. Swimmers jump off. Non swimmers walk along the borders. All feeling alive.
The bonfire sparks into flames as the dusk casts the trees in the golden color. Stories and laughter and the smell of a dinner camp cooker are in the air. Amidst the glittering of stars you have at last settled yourself at last, the forest breathing all about you, the city as far away as it bottom.
New paths are in tomorrow. But tonight you sleep in the midst of Wayanad - wild, full and free.
Day 2 - Sunrise hike & Try out Longest Zipline Adventure in Wayanad
Try out Longest Zipline
Private Vehicle
Stay Not Applicable
Breakfast
The forest tenderly wakes you up - the soft beams pass through the trees, and the sky runs in pastels. You put on your hiking shoes at sunrise. There is no one on the trail, the air is clean. The world seems to come to a standstill and at that moment it is you talking to nature in silence.
On returning to the campsite there is a hot breakfast to welcome us. You wash up and pack your luggage, and you have to leave the forest but a new adventure awaits you.
Next station: Wayanad longest zipline with a spectacular scenic view of the tea estates. This is self-sponsored but the thrill of flying through the air? Totally priceless. Wind howls, your heart is pounding and the scenery underneath is postcard perfect.
Top up on small local snacks buttermilk, crunchy foods and fruits dipped into vinegar (you will thank us later). Then it is lunch (self-sponsored) and a last bite of Kerala before the road beckons.
We take a scenic farewell with the wild through Bandipur National Park on our route back. Keep your eye to the forest edge - there may be a deer, a tusker, perhaps a tiger - you don’t know who may come around.
When we arrive in Bengaluru at 10:30pm, the journey might be over but something remains there; the friendships you made, the jokes you shared, the fresh smell of the wet earth, the tales you will continue to share.
Meet your host
Plan The Unplanned
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What’s life without adventure? Isn’t the real purpose of life to travel, to experience new places, and witness the sunrise from new mountaintops? This thought is what united Jatin and Tarun over a cup of chai, in spite of being from two unrelated backgrounds (CA and IT). They knew each other since the time Jatin was helping Tarun learn the ways of the wilderness through weekend treks and outings with another traveling group. Their love for traveling and trekking together motivated them to start something of their own. Thus was born “Plan The Unplanned”, where travel goals come true. Under the Companies Act, Plan The Unplanned is incorporated as Unplanned Journeys Private Limited They started their journey on unsteady ground, much like any other company, but they shared an infatuation for travel and adventure with their customers, which amplified their determination, and thus, Plan the Unplanned family keeps getting bigger every day! Just about any travel idea can come alive with Plan The Unplanned…treks, adventure activities like rock climbing, kayaking, rafting, backpacking trips across the country, cultural outings, photo walks; everything that fellow travelers need, to explore the great outdoors together. Well now that the wanderlust has kicked in and you can already see a vacation in your nearest future, here’s what we have to offer!
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Inclusions
- Round-trip via non-AC tempo traveller or minibus (based on group size) with push-back seats
- Cozy shared accommodation (tents)
- Separate zones for men and women
- 2× Breakfast • 1× Lunch • 1× Dinner
- Off-road jeep ride
- Forest and State Department entry fees
- Inter-state taxes, road permits, and tolls
- Trained outdoor leader from Plan The Unplanned & a local guide
- The overall experience that you gain during the trek
Exclusions
- Any meals beyond those listed
- Any kind of personal expenses
- Any kind of insurance (health, medical, life and accidental)
- Anything not expressly mentioned in the inclusions
Things to carry
✅ Soft copy of your Aadhaar or Voter ID (mandatory for permits)
✅ Lunch box and reusable cutlery to carry your packed lunch
✅ Small backpack to carry your essentials during the trek
✅ Extra cash for any meals not covered in your itinerary
✅ A comfortable pair of trekking shoes with good grip
✅ Compact raincoat or backpack cover to stay dry
✅ Power bank and charging cable for your phone
✅ Portable chargers for other electronics
✅ Flip-flops for lazing around the campsite
✅ Torch or headlamp for visibility at night
✅ Extra pairs of clothes to change into
✅ Poly bags to pack your wet clothes
✅ Warm layers and jackets
✅ 2x one litre water bottles
PICKUP LOCATIONS
Udupi Grand HSR
Yamaha Showroom Domlur
St. Marks CathedraL
Nayandahalli Metro
Policy and more
Refund/Cancellation Policy – Weekend Trips from Bangalore
In the event that YOU cancel your trek, this is the cancellation policy we follow
Intimation Period*
Cancellation Fee** | |
7 days or more | 10% of the total invoice value |
Between 3-6 days | 50% of the total invoice value |
Between 0-2 days | 100% of the total invoice value |
- *Intimation Period means the number of days before the tour is scheduled to start
- **Cancellation Fee is the amount of money that will be deducted from the total billing amount before offering the refund.
- Refund/Cancellation requests are accepted only by email at [email protected] and not via call or Whatsapp.
NOTE:
Cancellations on the day of departure or a day prior due to work/family emergencies, health issues, etc. would not be entertained, and no refund or transfer to further dates shall be allowed for the same.
If you are wanting to cancel out on the day of departure and move the trek to a future date an additional charge of RS 1500 would have to be incurred to make the movement to a future date. This can be availed only within 3 months from the date of the actual trip departure.
Additional charges would be deducted (based on from where you booked) if you cancel the trek at any given date (along with the scenario described above), as payment gateway/event listing charges.
Transfer of Dates Policy
If you wish to shift your date of booking due to any unforeseen circumstances, the same should be intimated to us not less than 72 hours before the date of the event. (Not valid for group or corporate bookings)
Only one transfer per booking shall be permitted. Your booking shall stand canceled if you fail to join the event on the transferred dates.
Once the option of data transfer is made, the booking amount shall be held as credits with us, and in no case will a refund be made further on.
Transfer of Dates is not valid for Bhutan, Meghalaya, Himalayan Treks, Spiti or any other event worth is above 5000/- INR.
Transfer of dates on the day of departure shall be possible at an additional charge of 1500/- per person (applicable for few events).
In the pandemic everything is unpredictable, and we are doing our best to give you the finest services. We are also abiding by guidelines laid by government for everyone’s safety. In this, if the government issues a lockdown notice 24 hours before the departure date, we will issue full refund. The money will be directly credited to your account.
In another scenario, if lockdown notice is imposed on the departure date, we will secure your amount in the form of credits that you can use for further bookings. Consider it your bank for future bookings. Your money is safe with us.
For all the above choices, you can transfer your tickets to your friends. We would be more than happy to have them on board and you could save your hard-earned money.
Frequently Asked Questionss
Q: I have booked the trek when will I get further updates regarding the trek?
A: Well, most of our treks are usually confirmed by Thursday and you would receive a BON VOYAGE mail that would contain details as regards Pickup Points ( Location and Timings ), Outdoor Leader ( Point of Contact ), Do’s and Don’ts. You’ll be added to Whatsapp Group for all the further updates.
Q: Would I be added to a WhatsApp Group once the trek is confirmed?
A: Yes, the Bon Voyage mail would contain a link for Whatsapp Group through which one can join and interact with fellow travelers and outdoor leaders.
Q: I'm a solo traveller, Can I join?
A: The interesting thing about travelling alone is that you get to meet new people from diverse backgrounds, and towards the end, you are no longer strangers. Hence solo travellers are always welcome to join us on our trips. Read more about solo travelling here and get inspired! https://www.plantheunplanned.com/solo-yet-accompanied/
Q: Is it safe for Women/Girls?
A: Safety and security are our priority at all times. Hence it is safe for women/girls to join us on our treks and travels. Our trek leaders accompany the team at all times, and our campsites are secured and safe for accommodation. We also have female trek leaders who accompany us on most of our treks.
Q: Do I have to carry luggage all the way during trekking?
A: Not at all. You could keep all the extra luggage back at the campsite/homestay and carry only the necessary stuff for the trek (Raincoats, Torchlight, Waterbottle, lunchbox, and your valuable)
Q: Do you have Washrooms during the trek?
A: Well, you are in the mountains and none of our trails have a washroom facility during the trek.
Q: Do I have any other boarding points apart from the ones mentioned?
A: Yes, we do have options for picking a traveller on board with a few locations provided they are on the route to our destination. The following are the same:
-Croma Store, Sony World Signal
-Trinity Circle Metro Station
-Yeshwanthpur Metro Station
-Goraguntepalya Metro Station
-Nayanadahalli Metro Station
Q: How do I avail discounts?
A: Details for availing discounts are mentioned in the following link, https://www.plantheunplanned.com/membership/
Q: What is "Without Travel" option during my booking process?
A: Well, if you select this option, all the travel arrangements for your entire itinerary must be managed by yourself, and Plan the Unplanned crew will not be managing anything related to your travel. We recommend you come via car for a smooth travel experience to, from and within the destination.
Q: Would I be able to postpone to a future in case I do not attend the trek on the day of departure?
A: We are extremely sorry, you cannot postpone to any future date in case you fail to attend the trek on the mentioned date for any reasons whatsoever ( family/health/work emergencies ). You can write to us at [email protected] as regards and our team will get in touch with you on the same
Q: I've never gone on a hike before, so can I do this one?
A: Yes, you can do this trek as this is an easy trek.
Q: What about the Wayanad trek's cellphone network and connectivity?
A: There will be no cellphone connectivity for Airtel subscribers. Jio, BSNL, and Vodafone customers would get signals.
Q: Can we leave the luggage at the homestay/tents?
A: Yes, it is possible to leave your luggage at the homestay/tents and carry the necessary things on your trek.
Q: Is the trail filled with leeches?
A: Yes, you might encounter leeches along the trail.
Q: What is the best time to visit Wayanad?
A: Wayanad is best visited between October and May. The months of December to February are much colder than the rest of the year, with temperature drops of up to 10°C. As a result, many visitors consider this to be the finest time to visit Wayanad.
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