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Why an Earth Resort?
Earth certainly is not amongst the most popular materials used in modern architecture. It is usually seen as a fragile material ill-suited for construction of large structures. But our research threw up countless examples of large earthen structures that have survived for centuries.
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Eco Tourism
Chembra Peak – A Perfect Destination for Trekkers
The Chembra Peak is the highest peak in Wayanad. Located near the town of Meppady and 14 km from Kalpetta, it is part of the Wayanad hill ranges in Western Ghats, adjoining the Nilgiri Hills in Tamilnadu and Vellarimala in Kozhikode district in Kerala. The peak stands 2100m above sea level and offers spectacular views of the surrounding hills and valleys. Chembra is accessible by foot from...
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Adventure Tourism, Trekking Tours
Soochipara Waterfall
The Soochipara Waterfall, also known as Sentinel Rock Waterfall, is a three-tiered waterfall located in Vellarimala village about 13km from the town of Meppadi in Wayanad. Locally referred to as Soochipara ("Soochi" meaning "Needle" and "Para" meaning "Rock"), the half hour drive from Meppadi to Sentinel Rock Waterfalls offers scenic views of some of the best tea, coffee and spice plantations in...
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Nature Tourism, Wayanad Attractions
Edakkal Caves
Edakkal caves certainly top the list of must see destinations for anyone who visits Wayanad. The caves are located 1,200 metres above sea level on Ambukuthi Mala 25km from Kalpetta, 12km from Sulthan Bathery, and just 3km away from Ambalavayal. They lie beside an ancient trade route connecting the high mountains of Mysore to the ports of the Malabar coast. The name “Edakkal” literally means “a...
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Adventure Tourism, Nature Tourism, Wayanad Attractions
Meenmutty Falls – A Trekker’s Paradise
The Meenmutty Waterfall is located in the middle of a lush, moist, tropical forest, off the Ooty Road, around 29 kilometers from Kalpetta in Wayanad district of Kerala. The largest and most spectacular waterfall in Wayanad, Meenmutty is a three-tiered fall. The water plunges down from about 300 meters in three stages, and all the three stages require separate treks. The path is quiet dangerous...
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Waterfall destinations, Wayanad Attractions
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