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Thekkady (Periyar Lake) Boating: How Booking Works

Seats are limited and sell out on busy days — plan ahead.

By Mahesh Kumar R., naturalist Updated 2 min read

At a glance

Operator
Official, inside Periyar TR
Seats
Limited per slot
Tickets
Online & counter
Best slot
Early morning
Guarantee
None
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Quick answer

Periyar lake boating at Thekkady is run by the official operator inside Periyar Tiger Reserve, with a limited number of boat trips at set time slots each day. Tickets are sold online and at the counter, and popular slots sell out, especially early morning and on holidays. Elephants, gaur and birds are often seen along the shore; sightings are never guaranteed.

Tips

  • Book online as early as possible.
  • Carry ID matching the booking.
  • Reach the entry gate early; there is a bus/walk to the jetty.

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