Parambikulam Wildlife Sanctuary with its panoramic green and serene forestscape, meandering streams, extensive water spread of the reservoirs, rolling hills and valleys and a wealth of bio-diversity, is one of the most captivating places on earth. Hence, this sanctuary offers the best eco-tourism opportunity.

Nature Trails to explore

Tourists have the opportunity to explore nature's bounty by undertaking several treks organised and managed by the Tribal Eco-development Committees. To suit the interest and fitness of various groups of visitors, soft, medium and hard trekking trails are available in this sanctuary ranging from merely taking a short walk and losing oneself in the serenity of Shola (evergreen) forests, little climbing and having a bird's eye view of the seamless blending of forests and waterscape of the reservoirs to conquering the tallest peaks of the sanctuary. Tourists can make their choice on the spot after consulting the able tribal Eco-guides.

Wildlife Safari

For the tourists who cannot spare more time but still want to experience the wilderness and get educated regarding conservation of forests and wildlife, opportunity is available in the form of wildlife sightseeing tour conducted by the Tribal Eco-development Committees using the minibus of the forest department. The three hour ride will take them through various forest types and provide them a glimpse of the charismatic wildlife present in the sanctuary. It could be a lone tusker or a loving family of majestic elephants. It could be a huge herd of dark and muscular but docile gaurs (Indian bison) or sambar or spotted deer or a sloth bear lurking in the bushes. If fortunate, sighting a languid leopard or a terrific tiger is also not impossible. Not to mention the scores of unique birds who will score the background music during the whole trip.