Things to do in Peechi-Vazhani Wildlife Sanctuary, Kerala
Peechi-Vazhani Wildlife Sanctuary is a wildlife sanctuary headquartered in Peechi, Thrissur District of Kerala, India.
9 places to visit in and around Peechi-Vazhani Wildlife Sanctuary, best known first. Tap a place for directions, or let Turkart turn them into a day-by-day plan.
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- 1Chimmini Wildlife Sanctuary
Chimmini Wildlife Sanctuary is a protected area located along the Western Ghats in Chalakudy taluk of Thrissur District of Kerala state in India.
Wikipedia - 2Peechi-Vazhani Wildlife Sanctuary
Peechi-Vazhani Wildlife Sanctuary is a wildlife sanctuary headquartered in Peechi, Thrissur District of Kerala, India.
Wikipedia - 3Valara
Valara is located in between Neriamangalam on the eastern border of the Ernakulam District and Adimali of Kochi - Madurai National Highway. It is in Idukki district, Kerala, at a distance of 14 km from Adimali.
Wikipedia - 4Chimmini Dam
Chimmini Dam is situated in Echippara in Chalakudy taluk of Thrissur District of Kerala state of India. It is constructed across Kurumali river, a tributary of the Karuvannur river.
Wikipedia - 5Peechi Dam
Peechi Dam thrissur is situated 22 km outside Thrissur city in Kerala, India. The dam was started as an irrigation project for the surrounding villages in Thrissur.
Wikipedia - 6Mangalam Dam
Mangalam Dam is a dam built across the river Cherukunnapuzha in Palakkad district of Kerala, India. The dam has a capacity of 25,340,000 cubic feet.
Wikipedia - 7Kainoor Shiva Temple
Kainoor Shiva Temple is located at Kainoor village in Thrissur district. The temple preceding deity is Shiva in the sanctum sanctorum facing east.
Wikipedia - 8Trikkur Mahadeva Temple · in Nenmanikkara
Trikkur Mahadeva Temple is a rock-cut cave temple in Trikkur village in Thrissur District in Kerala believed to have been built in the 7th or 8th century. Being a cave temple, Buddhist and Jain monks used the site to meditate alongside the Hindu monks.
Wikipedia - 9
Peechi-Vazhani Wildlife Sanctuary by interest
- Good with kids: Chimmini Wildlife Sanctuary, Peechi-Vazhani Wildlife Sanctuary
- Temples and places of worship: Kainoor Shiva Temple, Trikkur Mahadeva Temple, St. Mary's Church, Vendore
- Nature: lakes, hills and waterfalls: Chimmini Wildlife Sanctuary, Peechi-Vazhani Wildlife Sanctuary, Valara, Chimmini Dam, Peechi Dam
- Lesser-known places: Kainoor Shiva Temple, St. Mary's Church, Vendore
Grouped by what each place is. Lesser-known places are ones fewer people read about on Wikipedia than most places on this page.
Best time to visit Peechi-Vazhani Wildlife Sanctuary
Best weather: Nov–Jan.
| Month | Average | Rain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | Pleasant | 27°C | 9 mm |
| Feb | Hot | 29°C | 17 mm |
| Mar | Hot | 30°C | 43 mm |
| Apr | Hot | 29°C | 102 mm |
| May | Rainy | 28°C | 229 mm |
| Jun | Rainy | 27°C | 438 mm |
| Jul | Rainy | 26°C | 403 mm |
| Aug | Rainy | 26°C | 316 mm |
| Sep | Rainy | 26°C | 249 mm |
| Oct | Rainy | 26°C | 295 mm |
| Nov | Pleasant | 26°C | 147 mm |
| Dec | Pleasant | 26°C | 31 mm |
Long-term monthly averages for the area, from NASA POWER. Festivals and crowds are not counted; check before you book.
How to reach Peechi-Vazhani Wildlife Sanctuary
- Nearest railway station: Nellayi (NYI), 21 km away.
- Nearest airport: Cochin International Airport (COK), 37 km away.
Straight-line distances; the road is longer. Check trains and flights before you travel.
What a 2-day trip to Peechi-Vazhani Wildlife Sanctuary costs
- Budget: about ₹1,800–₹3,500 per person
- Mid-range: about ₹4,300–₹8,300 per person
- Comfort: about ₹9,500–₹18,000 per person
A rough estimate for 2 adults sharing a room: stay, food, local travel and entry tickets, from typical price ranges (not live prices). Getting to Peechi-Vazhani Wildlife Sanctuary is not included.
Compare Peechi-Vazhani Wildlife Sanctuary with nearby towns
| Town | Distance | Best weather | Places to see | 3 days, mid-range, per person |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peechi-Vazhani Wildlife Sanctuary | – | Nov–Jan | 9 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Chimmini Wildlife Sanctuary | 5 km | Nov–Jan | 7 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Marottichal | 11 km | Nov–Jan | 31 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Kodakara | 20 km | Nov–Jan | 40 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Nenmanikkara | 20 km | – | 39 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
Distances in a straight line from Peechi-Vazhani Wildlife Sanctuary; trip costs are rough estimates (not live prices). Tap a town for its own page.
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What are the best places to visit in Peechi-Vazhani Wildlife Sanctuary?
The best known are Chimmini Wildlife Sanctuary, Peechi-Vazhani Wildlife Sanctuary, Valara, Chimmini Dam, Peechi Dam.
When is the best time to visit Peechi-Vazhani Wildlife Sanctuary?
Best weather: Nov–Jan.
How do I reach Peechi-Vazhani Wildlife Sanctuary?
Nearest railway station: Nellayi (NYI), 21 km away. Nearest airport: Cochin International Airport (COK), 37 km away.
How much does a 2-day trip to Peechi-Vazhani Wildlife Sanctuary cost?
Budget: about ₹1,800–₹3,500 per person; Mid-range: about ₹4,300–₹8,300 per person; Comfort: about ₹9,500–₹18,000 per person. A rough estimate for 2 adults sharing a room: stay, food, local travel and entry tickets, from typical price ranges (not live prices). Getting to Peechi-Vazhani Wildlife Sanctuary is not included.
Sources: places from Wikipedia, Wikidata, Wikivoyage and OpenStreetMap; weather from NASA POWER; stations and airports from Wikidata. Last checked Oct 2026.