Nelliyampathy, Pothundi Dam
Swathes of greenery wrap the hills of Nelliampathy. Tucked in the Western Ghats, the hill station is popularly called ‘poor man’s Ooty’. The roads curve in hairpin turns and pass through dense forest, making the destination a popular choice for road trips.
Thattekad
Thattekad translates to “flat forest”. The lowland jungle area houses Thattekad Bird Sanctuary and is often visited by nature lovers.
Muzhappilangad Beach
Situated 15 kilometres from Kunnur, Muzhappilangad Beach is the only drive-in beach in the state. A 5 kilometres stretch, it offers views of stunning sunsets.
Periyar National Park
While Periyar National Park or Periyar Tiger Reserve is not off the grid, it is home to rare lion-tailed macaques. One can also spot tigers, elephants, sambar deer, leopards and Indian bison.
Drive through Neyyar dam,Trivandrum
Neyyar Dam is a gravity dam on the Neyyar River in Thiruvananthapuram. It makes for a good picnic spot away from the hustle and bustle of the city.