KSTDC Package — Marketed by Padaki Travel Desk
Bangalore · Wayanad
3 days in Kerala's lush green highlands — Himavad Gopalaswamy's forest peak, misty Pookode Lake, the thundering Kanthanpara Falls, India's largest earth dam at Banasura Sagar, and the ancient prehistoric engravings at Edakal Caves.
🏔️ Himavad Gopalaswamy🌊 Pookode Lake💧 Kanthanpara Falls🏗️ Banasura Sagar Dam🪨 Edakal Caves
2 Nights
Duration
3 Days
Itinerary
Every Fri
Departures
₹5,550
From / person
🏔️Himavad
Gopalaswamy
Gopalaswamy
🌊Pookode
Lake
Lake
💧Kanthanpara
Falls
Falls
🏗️Banasura
Sagar
Sagar
🪨Edakal
Caves
Caves
Tour at a glance
Duration
2 Nights · 3 Days
Starts & ends
Yeshwanthpura, Bengaluru
Price from
₹5,550 per person
Transport
AC Deluxe Coach
Frequency
Every Friday
Departure
6:00 AM
Hotel
Hotel (KSTDC arranged), Vythiri
Guide
Professional multilingual
Senior discount
20% off on transport
LTC facility
✓ Available
Booking fee
Zero via Padaki
Returns
Day 3 — Evening Bengaluru
About this tour
This 3-day KSTDC nature tour from Bangalore covers Wayanad — Himavad Gopalaswamy Hills, Pookode Lake, Kanthanpara Falls, Banasura Sagar Dam, Lakkidi Glass Bridge and Edakal Caves with prehistoric petroglyphs dating back 6,000 years.
Day 1 visits Himavad Gopalaswamy Hills temple en route and Pookode Lake on arrival in Wayanad. Day 2 covers Kanthanpara Falls, a photography stop at rolling tea estates and Banasura Sagar Dam — India's largest earth dam. Day 3 visits the Lakkidi Glass Bridge and Edakal Caves on Ambukuthi Hills (1,200m) before returning to Bangalore.
Departs every Monday and Friday at 6:00 AM from Yeshwanthpura, Bengaluru. Returns Day 3 at approximately 9:30 PM.
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Departure schedule
Pickup point
KSTDC Counter, BMTC Yeshwanthpura, Bengaluru
Departure time
6:00 AM
Frequency
Every Friday
Hotel
Hotel (KSTDC arranged), Vythiri, Wayanad
Contact
+91 97315 56663
Returns
Day 3 — Evening Bengaluru
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1Bengaluru → Himavad Gopalaswamy → Pookode Lake → Vythiri
6:00 AMDeparture from KSTDC Booking Counter, BMTC Bus Stand, Yeshwanthpura, Bengaluru. Report 15 minutes before departure
8:00–8:30 AMBreakfast halt en route (own cost)
Himavad Gopalaswamy Hills — Temple in the Bandipur Forest at 1,450m
11:00 AM–1:00 PMHimavad Gopalaswamy Hills (1,454m) — a sacred peak inside Bandipur Tiger Reserve. Sri Gopalaswamy Swami Temple at the summit. Forest Dept vehicles transport pilgrims to the top (charges at actuals)
1:30–2:15 PMLunch break on the way (own cost)
Pookode Lake — Pristine Freshwater Lake in Wayanad's Evergreen Forest
4:30–6:30 PMWayanad Viewpoint, Lakadi — panoramic views over the Kerala–Karnataka border hills. Then Pookode Lake — serene natural freshwater lake surrounded by shola forests. Boating available at actuals
EveningNight halt at Hotel (KSTDC arranged), Vythiri, Wayanad
Day 2Kanthanpara Falls · Tea Estate · Banasura Sagar Dam — Night Vythiri
8:30 AMDeparture after breakfast from Vythiri hotel (own cost)
Kanthanpara Falls — Waterfall Through Wayanad's Tea & Forest Country
Lakkidi Glass Bridge & Edakal Caves — Prehistoric Petroglyphs at 1,200m
9:30–10:30 AMKanthanpara Waterfalls — a scenic waterfall cascading through forested hills near Ambalavayal; one of Wayanad's most picturesque falls
11:30 AM–12:00 PMPhotography stop at a Tea Estate — rolling green tea bushes against misty hillsides; a signature Wayanad experience
1:00–2:00 PMLunch break (own cost)
Banasura Sagar Dam — India's Largest Earth Dam at 2,223m
3:00–4:00 PMBanasura Sagar Dam — the largest earth dam in India and second largest in Asia. Scenic boating on the backwaters (at actuals)
6:00–6:30 PMLocal shopping and halt at Vythiri. Night halt
Day 3Glass Bridge · Edakal Caves · Return to Bengaluru
9:00 AMCheck out after breakfast (own cost)
9:00–10:00 AMGlass Bridge at Vythiri — a suspension bridge with glass floor offering thrilling views above the forested Wayanad valley
Edakal Caves — Rock Art Dating Back 6,000 Years on Ambukuthi Hills
11:00 AM–1:30 PMEdakal Caves — natural rock formations at Ambukuthi Mala featuring prehistoric pictographs dating to 6,000 BCE. Short trek through forested hills to reach the caves
1:30–2:30 PMLunch break (own cost)
2:30–9:30 PMReturn drive to Bengaluru. Tour ends at KSTDC Head Office, Yeshwanthpura
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AC Deluxe Coach transportation
2 nights hotel accommodation (Vythiri)
Professional multilingual guide
GST included in ticket fare
LTC facility for govt. employees
20% senior citizen discount on transport
All meals (own cost)
Boating charges at Pookode Lake / Banasura Sagar
Forest Dept vehicle charges at Himavad Gopalaswamy
Personal & shopping expenses
Tour pricing
Single
1 person / room
₹8,850
per person · incl. GST
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Double
2 persons / room
₹6,100
per person · incl. GST
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3 persons / room
₹5,550
per person · incl. GST
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2 persons × ₹6,100 (Double)
₹12,200
* Includes 2-night accommodation + transportation + guide + GST. Meals, boating and entry charges are additional.
Senior citizens (60+) receive a 20% discount on transportation. Carry valid age proof at the time of booking.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the KSTDC Wayanad tour cover?
Day 1: Himavad Gopalaswamy Hills, Pookode Lake, halt Vythiri. Day 2: Kanthanpara Falls, Tea Estate, Banasura Sagar Dam, halt Vythiri. Day 3: Glass Bridge, Edakal Caves, return Bengaluru by evening.
What is Himavad Gopalaswamy Hills?
Himavad Gopalaswamy Hills (1,454m) is a sacred forested peak inside Bandipur Tiger Reserve. The Sri Gopalaswamy Swami Temple at the summit is accessible via Forest Department vehicles. The misty hills offer spectacular views of the Nilgiri foothills.
What are Edakal Caves?
Edakal Caves are natural rock formations at Ambukuthi Mala featuring prehistoric pictographs dating to 6,000 BCE — among the oldest rock art in India. A short climb through forested hills leads to the cave entrance.
What is Banasura Sagar Dam?
Banasura Sagar Dam near Padinjarathara is the largest earth dam in India and second largest in Asia, set in a valley ringed by the Brahmagiri Mountains. Boating available at actuals.
What is the price of this KSTDC Wayanad tour?
₹8,850 (single), ₹6,100 (double), ₹5,550 (triple) per person. All include GST.
When does this tour depart?
Every Friday at 6:00 AM from KSTDC Booking Counter, BMTC Bus Stand, Yeshwanthpura, Bengaluru. Report 15 minutes before departure.
Are meals included?
No. All meals are at own cost throughout the tour.
What should I carry for this tour?
Comfortable walking footwear, a light jacket (Wayanad can be cool and misty), valid government photo ID, booking confirmation, and cash for meals and entry charges.
Does this KSTDC tour include Edakal Caves?
Yes. Edakal Caves on Ambukuthi Hills (1,200m) are visited on Day 3 — natural rock formations featuring prehistoric petroglyphs (rock art) dating back over 6,000 years, with images of humans, animals and symbols from the New Stone Age and Iron Age.
Is Banasura Sagar Dam on this tour?
Yes. Banasura Sagar Dam is visited on Day 2 — India's largest earth dam at 2,223m long and the second largest in Asia, with a scenic reservoir and boating available.
Does this tour cover Pookode Lake?
Yes. Pookode Lake is visited on Day 1 on arrival in Wayanad — a pristine natural freshwater lake in the middle of an evergreen forest, one of the few freshwater lakes in Kerala's highland region.
Is Himavad Gopalaswamy Hills on this tour?
Yes. Himavad Gopalaswamy Hills temple is visited en route on Day 1 — a Vishnu temple set in the Bandipur forest at 1,450m altitude, accessible through the tiger reserve, famous for the early morning mist and wildlife sightings.
Does this tour include Kanthanpara Falls?
Yes. Kanthanpara Falls is visited on Day 2 morning — a waterfall set in Wayanad's forests, approachable by a short trek through tea plantations and forest.
Is Lakkidi Glass Bridge on this tour?
Yes. Lakkidi Glass Bridge is visited on Day 3 morning — a glass-floored suspension bridge on the Lakkidi viewpoint, offering a dramatic bird's-eye view of the Wayanad valleys and the Western Ghats.
Important notes
GST inclusive in all fares. Management may cancel if fewer than 15 seats. Children above 5 years charged full fare; below 5 no seat allotted. Report 15 minutes before 6:00 AM. Bus will not wait. Forest Dept vehicle and boating charges at actuals. Smoking, alcohol and tipping strictly prohibited.
Cancellation policy
More than 48 hours before departure10% deducted
Between 48 and 24 hours before departure25% deducted
Within 24 hours of departureNo refund
Ticket transferabilityNon-transferable
Terms & conditions
- 1.KSTDC is not liable for cancellations due to breakdown or events beyond management control. A proportionate refund applies if no alternate arrangement is made.
- 2.For all booking, cancellation or modification queries contact Padaki Travel Desk: +91 97315 56663 / muralidhar@karnatakatravelguide.in.
- 3.Tickets are not transferable to another person.
- 4.Management is not responsible for loss of luggage or personal belongings during the tour.
- 5.Management reserves the right to cancel the trip if fewer than 15 seats are booked. A full refund will be provided in such cases.
- 6.Children above 5 years of age are charged full fare. Children below 5 years are not allotted a separate seat. Valid age proof must be produced at the time of booking.
- 7.Passengers must report 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time. The bus will not wait for late arrivals under any circumstances.
- 8.Smoking and consumption of alcohol are strictly prohibited inside the coach throughout the journey.
- 9.Tipping the guide, driver, or any KSTDC staff member is strictly prohibited. All staff are paid by KSTDC.
- 10.Package tariff covers accommodation and transportation only. Food, entry tickets, and all personal expenses are borne by the tourist. Senior citizens (60+) are eligible for a 20% discount on transportation. LTC facility is available for State Government, Central Government, and PSU employees.
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