Experiences at Niraamaya Retreats Cardamom Club, Thekkady

You are spoiled for choice in Thekkady !!

Choose from an evening of vivid Kerala culture, to wildlife adventure and bird watching.Many visitors come to the destination to try and spot the elusive Tiger and to watch the Asian elephant in all its glory but few know that Periyar Sanctuary and Thekkady is an Ornithologist's and Lepidopterist's dream hideaway.

Watch Malabar grey hornbills and raucous Racket tailed drongos from the indulgence of your porch , better still trek in our estate and try and spot the threatened Malabar pied hornbill (Anthracoceros coronatus) or larger Great pied hornbill (Buceros bicornis) with its magnificent casque and almost pterodactyl style of flight.

Highly recommended is a morning of languid bamboo rafting or a visit to the Elephant camp.To those who prefer something less adventurous a visit to a Tea Estate and Factory established in 1941 or an amble through a spice plantation could be the perfect evening out.

Thekkady has something for every lover of nature.

dining-by-design

Experience a range of culinary delights only with us.

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Learn the art of cooking to impress with our dedicated chefs specially assigned to assist you om every step of the way.

boating

With the gentle sound of the river beneath you and a chance to breathe in the fresh air, a boat ride on the Periyar Lake is a must.

nature-walk

A plethora of animals and birds await. On a nature walk through the sanctuary.The extremely adventurous could opt for a 6 hour trek or even brave the wildlife at night !
 

spice

The secret to our Chef’s cuisine is the freshness of the spices that are harvested on the property as well as the immediate environs.

bird-watch

The environs of Niraamaya Retreat include our coffee and cardamom estate that sprawls right upto the Periyar Tiger Sanctuary Border.
 

boutique

Keep some time aside to browse through our handpicked selection of local crafts, statuettes and exquisite fabrics.
 

cumbum

Enjoy a farm tour that takes you beautiful outskirts of Cumbum in Tamil Nadu.