Alluring Ecotourism of Thenmala, Kerala

Thenmala which is 78 km away from Thiruvananthapuram is nestled at foothills of Western Ghats is renowned for its thick forest and amazing flora and fauna.

Shenduruney Wildlife Sanctuary can be called as an apprentice of nature because this amazing sanctuary is renowned for its ecotourism resource.

Thenmala ecotourism which is an initiative of the government to create another base for nature to flourish is a humble approach and today this ecotourism which has plenty to offer for its tourist and can be regarded as one of the booming tourism destinations in entire India.

What is more amazing about this approach is it allows tourist to interact with nature and the various eco friendly activity has made this place share delight for nature lovers.

Thenmala ecotourism is the joint approach to embrace cultural and natural aspect of Gods own country kerala. So a journey here could well relate your thirst for enjoying tropical hamlets and its periphery.

Cultural Zone Of Thenmala Ecotourism

Nakshatravanam

Sprawling garden which comprises 27 trees along with the 27 birth stars will look to display you the beauty and wonders of nature and if you are interested to get more information regarding the origin you would require to buy a ticket which would cost you around Rs 250.

Butterfly Safari

Here you are going to witness an abode of the butterflies playing with nature. Beauty that thrives in adverse condition has thrived here perfectly within an open ambiance. Guided walk along the trail of nature would be a beautiful experience for birdwatcher.

Musical Dancing Fountain

Here sounds of music would not be that of electrical instruments but a pure synchronization of nature like that of water, sound and light would come together to perform melodious ballet for you.

Leisure Zone

Sculpture Garden

Amazing in its existence, highlight of this garden is man and nature, it looks to put it focus regarding human behaviour towards nature and nature reaction on it. Artistic sculptures and natural features comes together to play their part in terms of interacting with nature.

Adventure Zone

Elevated walkway

Here one can listen to the whisper of winds as the name suggest it takes you to the height and would allow you to discover amazing flora and fauna that lives inside the zone. Through canopy which ends at Thiruvananthapuram Shenkottah road would offer you a brilliant opportunity to sneak inside the wonders of time.

Other Attraction

One can witness surreal charm of Palaruvi Falls, which is at a distance of 16 km from Thenmala, Deer rehabilitation centre is another place where you could pass your time and for adventure lovers trekking within a beauty of Myristica Swamp Forest would be some of the experience.

Facilities

Dormitory and tented accommodation could well speak your mind of adventure here at Thenmala. How to Reach

Nearest railway station is Kollam-Shencottah railway line which is well connected with other cities and states of India.

Nearest airport is Thiruvananthapuram airport, which is at a distance of 76 km.

Via road, private and state buses are well connected and run through the street from Thiruvananthapuram to Thenmala.