Abhayaranyam, an ideal weekend getaway from Ernakulam is situated near Kaprikad at Kunnathukadu Taluk in Ernakulam district, Kerala State.
Entry fee is Rs.50/-. An ecotourism shop functions near the main entry gage of the mini zoo which sells sandalwood oil and honey etc. The canopy walkway offers plenty of shade and you can walk around the park within 2 hours with a few stops along the way.
The walkway sections are divided by several themes like bamboo forest, butterfly building, mini zoo etc. There are benches all over the walkway which offer a handy spot to rest. During the walk, you can see tree houses on the way.
Deer and Sambar Park are another attraction here. Hundreds of Deers and Sambar are kept here, and visitors can enjoy the animals roaming around in a natural forest area.
Home to various species of birds, butterflies, spiders, and mushrooms, Abhayaranyam has an elephant shelter and also a training center for mahouts.
You can enjoy the green and lush of the area with the view of the river here. There is a bathing session for elephants which is an amazing site for the visitors.
Make your way back to the entrance area afterwards to follow the trail down to the lower entrance/exit. It is an ideal destination for a one-day trip.
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