Parambikulam Tiger Reserve, which also includes the erstwhile Parambikulam Wildlife Sanctuary, is a 643.66 square kilometres (248.5 sq mi) protected area lying in Palakkad district and Thrissur district of Kerala state, South India. Parambikulam Wildlife Sanctuary was declared as part of the Parambikulam Tiger Reserve on 19 February 2010.
Parambikulam Tiger Reserve is a biodiversity park brimming with a wide variety of flora and fauna. Pollachi and Valparai are the nearby taluks encircling the park region while Thrissur and Mukundapuram are the places bordering the national park area. Connemara Teak, Orientation Center, Thunakadavu Dam, Parambikulam Dam, Dam View Point, and Vanasree Eco shop are some of the popular places of interest in the tiger reserve area.
Parambikulam is also a birdwatcher’s paradise with a wide variety of avian species. You can spot birds like the great pied hornbill, Malabar pied hornbill, and the rare white-bellied treepie.The reserve offers several eco-tourism activities for visitors, including guided nature walks, boat rides, and trekking. Parambikulam Tiger Reserve is part of the global network of biosphere reserves and is dedicated to the conservation and protection of its unique ecosystem. It plays a crucial role in the conservation of the Western Ghats’ biodiversity.
The tiger reserve is a year-round destination but monsoon (June – August) is not an ideal time to visit the Parambikulam. However, October – March is highly preferred by tourists because of the pleasant weather conditions. Parambikulam Tiger Reserve offers a unique opportunity to experience the natural splendor of the Western Ghats and witness some of India’s most iconic wildlife species in their natural habitat. It is not only a haven for wildlife enthusiasts but also a significant area for biodiversity conservation.
