Wayanad Attractions

One of the largest wildlife sanctuaries in the world, Muthanga is home to elephants, deer, leopards and all kinds of wildlife found in peninsular India. It is also an excellent birding spot. The sanctuary is 45 km away from the resort.

A must-visit for travellers and nature enthusiasts, the Tholpetty Wildlife Sanctuary is located 54 km from Morickap Resort. Enjoy the park with a safari drive, spot a plethora of animal and seasonal birds.

Situated 13 km away from the resort, Meenmutty Falls is one of the most mesmerizing sights in Wayanad. A trek of about 2 km leads you to the fall, which is, truly a sight to behold.

The dam, amid mist-clad hills of Wayanad, is just 13 km away from the resort. Banasura Sagar Dam is renowned for its exotic flora and fauna which are networked with 44 rivers. See what else there is to do around the dam →

Located at a distance of 26 km from Morickap, Chembra Peak comprises a heart-shaped lake on the way to the top of the peak. A view that would stay etched in your memory forever. Trekking conditions and permit details vary by season — October to February is the most reliable window.

Located 41 km away from the resort, this is the only island surrounded by a naturally purified water source in Kerala. A boat ride here during the full moon is a memory that stays for a lifetime!

Tranquility and peace surround you at Pookode Lake, Wayanad! A scenic freshwater lake, Pookode Lake nestles amid evergreen forests and mountain slopes at an altitude of 770 meters above sea level. It has a calm and spiritual ambience and is one of the most visited tourist places in Wayanad, Kerala. Boating facilities are there along with a freshwater aquarium with large varieties of fishes. A Children’s Park and a spices and handicrafts shopping centre add to the attraction of the picnic spot.

Get ready to be amazed by one of the highest, most scenic viewpoints in Wayanad! Lakkidi View Point is located 700 m above mean sea level, atop the Thamarassery Ghat Pass, and is one of the highest locations in Wayanad. Lakkidi is often known as the Gateway of Wayanad. There are nine hairpin curves from Adivaram (Downhill) to Lakkidi through steep mountains, and the journey through the serpentine ghat pass is quite an experience! At this scenic viewpoint, one can get amazing, picturesque glimpses of the surrounding misty hills, thick forests, gorges, streams, and plantations.

Feel the surge of adventure at the beautiful Soochipara waterfall! Located at Soochipara near Meppadi, it is a three-tiered waterfall at a height of 200 meters above sea level. Surrounded by lush deciduous, evergreen, and montane forests, the waterfall offers amazing views of some of the best tea estates in Wayanad. The pool below the waterfall is good for taking a quick refreshing swim. It is also a great place for thrilling adventure sports like white water rafting, swimming, bathing and rock climbing. The falls are at their fullest during the monsoon months.

Located 32 km from the resort, the Edakkal Caves hold Stone Age petroglyphs carved into rock roughly 6,000 years ago — the only known site of its kind in India. Set on Ambukuthi Hill near Ambalavayal, the climb up is steep but short, and the carvings waiting at the top make every step worth it.