Eco-Lodge & Centre for Experiential Learning
“I am the ancestral oblation. My bamboo clumps may whisper old folklores in the new hours of night. The wind may rattle my tender reeds to make soft screams. I am the bamboo grove…”
Eco-Lodge & Centre for Experiential Learning is a unique initiative run exclusively by the Forest Department to support and empower local communities. Nestled amidst lush bamboo thickets, this eco-lodge features fifteen well-maintained bamboo cottages, each equipped with modern, hygienic amenities.
The tranquil ambiance of Bamboo Grove offers guests an immersive experience—where the whisper of bamboo culms, the chirping of birds, and the gentle flow of streamlets from the surrounding Periyar meadows create a harmonious retreat in nature.
Highlights of the Bamboo Grove Programme:
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Eco-friendly accommodation in double-bedded bamboo cottages
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Orientation session on conservation and local ecology
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Visit to a tribal colony for cultural understanding
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Wildlife film shows, bird watching, and guided trekking
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Complimentary boat ride on the iconic Periyar Lake
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Meals included: Lunch and dinner on Day 1, breakfast on Day 2
In addition, the centrally located ‘Kalari’ Conference Hall is ideal for conducting eco-conscious seminars, workshops, training programs, and symposiums. It is equipped with modern audio-visual facilities.
Programme Details
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Accommodation: Double-bedded cottages (2 persons per cottage)
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Capacity: Maximum 30 tourists (15 cottages)
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Duration: Full-day package
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Age Limit: Only children aged 12 years and above are permitted
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Booking: Confirmed only upon 100% advance payment
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Note: Entrance fees not included in the package rate
