India /Kerala /Kochi /Thattekad Bird Sanctuary

The region of Thattekad houses a very famous bird sanctuary that is also called as Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary. This famous bird sanctuary is located in the Kothamangalam taluk, in Ernakulam district. The bird sanctuary is located near the Periyar River, in the shadow of the Western Ghats. A lot of tourists throng to this bird sanctuary during the peak season, both families & bird watchers alike. You can wander through the evergreen forests of Thattekad and catch glimpses of some rare species of birds during your stay there. Some of the birds that you’ll spot during your trip to the region of Thattekad are Jungle Nightjars, Grey Drongos, Woodpeckers, Baya Sparrows, Robins, Indian Hill Mynas, Cuckoos, Large Pied Wagtails and Darters. You can also visit the other places nearby, including the Cardamom Hills and Alleppey. You can take a serene boat cruise on the backwaters too. The Periyar Tiger Reserve that is located nearby is a must visit destination while on your honeymoon in Kerala.

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Category : Nature

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 686691

STD Code: 484

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Best Time to Visit:  Oct – Mar

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Thattekkad is one of the two bird sanctuaries in Kerala. Situated in Ernakulam district, this PA is a feast to the eyes and music to the ears. Several species of birds found in South India are seen here. The famous ornithologist, Dr. Salim Ali, was the architect of this sanctuary. He reported 167 birds during the Travancore-Cochin Bird Survey. The Bombay Natural History Society had identified 253 species of birds in Thattekkad. Spread over an extent of 25.16 sq. km, Thattekkad attracts nature lovers from far and wide.

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By Air : The nearest airport is at Kochi, and local flights will charge around Rs 4000 to 8000.

By Train : The nearest railways station from Thattekad is the one in Aluva. This railway station lies around forty eight kilometres away from Thattekad and trains to the cities and towns of Alapuzha, Kanyakumari, Ernakulam, Korba, Trivandrum, Mangalore, Delhi and Madgaon will be frequently available. Train charges start from a minimum of Rs 160, and can extend up to Rs 900 depending on the class of travel.

By Bus : You can opt for buses to Thattekad from Kochi, as the city lies just sixty kilometers (60 km) away from the bird sanctuary. Both semi deluxe and deluxe buses will be available, and you will have the option of choosing between government local buses and private buses. Kothamangalam also lies near the Thattekad Bird Sanctuary, and buses from here can also be taken. The distance from Kothamangalam will be around thirteen kilometers (13 km). Bus fares from Kothamangalam will range around Rs 20 and bus fares from Kochi will range around Rs 50 to 100, depending on the class of travel.

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