Veettikunnu Island Nest was an old Communication Outpost located in a remote island inside Parambikulam Reservoir. Subsequently it was up-cycled to form a tourism facility. Being remote, the island has negligible connectivity (including mobile network) and can be reached only through a 1.5 hour journey in a fiber row boat.
Availability of the accommodation is subject to the weather as it involves a 5 kms journey through the reservoir which is prone to severe wind gusts and waves.
Food is NOT included in this package. Guests need to purchase provisions (you are advised to buy food provisions before crossing the Sethumadai check-post) and our guides will cook and serve it for you.
The island offers a view into the reservoir sharing interstate boundary with Tamil Nadu. Often times Elephants and deer can be spotted swimming in the reservoir.
This remote accommodation is designed for adventurers who want to experience minimal living as close to the wilderness as possible; away from the noise, pollution, hustle of city living and NOT for visitors looking for a luxurious stay.
The package includes Safari in your own vehicle.
Groups of guests making booking in multiple accommodations in different categories of accommodations may please note that different categories of accommodations are located at different points in the Reserve. Therefore, travelling between them might be be difficult and also restricted at night. Read the descriptions of different types of accommodations to see their locations within the Reserve. Click to see the location of Veettikunnu Island in Google Maps
The visitors will be accompanied by a trained naturalist and four boatmen employed by Parambikulam Tiger Conservation Foundation. All proceeds from the program is recycled to remunerate them and for conservation and upgradation of the Tiger Reserve
Note:
Check-in Time : 12:00 PM at Anappady Information Centre and Check-out Time is by 09:30 AM at Anappady Information Centre on the subsequent day
Early Check-ins and Late Check-outs shall not be allowed.
Even though the program includes 'Trekking', it is strongly advised that small children and those with difficulties in walking may refrain from participating. Trekking requires a certain level of physical endurance, especially since the reserve has Elephant presence in all trails.
Rules:
Children below the age of 10 years shall not be allowed to participate in this program
The maximum number of visitors that are allowed is limited to 5.
Tariff quoted is for a group of persons consisting of 5 persons, it shall not be reduced even if the group size is less.
Visitors should procure their own food provisions.
Safari shall be done by using their own vehicle
The guest shall allow a naturalist or guide to accompany them in the vehicle for their safety and for providing information.
Power supply in the island is based on Solar Power and may not be available throughout the year.
Since journey to the island is long and difficult, guests have to report at Parambikulam strictly according to the specified check-in time.
Check-post entry charges shall be additional.
Schedule:
Check-in shall be completed by 12:00 PM at Information Centre, Anappady
Safari shall commence by 12:30 PM
Travel from Parambikulam to Veettikunnu shall commence by 02:30
Trek at island by 04:00 PM
Tea, Dinner and Breakfast shall be prepared as per provisions purchased by guests and based on their convenience.
Check-out and Return journey to Parambikulam shall commence by 09:30 AM
10 авг 2023
