Vandiperiyar accommodation from NZ$39

The Silver Oak Plantation Bungalow can be found 19 kilometres from the centre of Vandiperiyar. Or, alternatively, the Elephant Court is situated 10 kilometres away. Some other hotel and apartment options worth looking into include the Cardamom County and the Sterling Holidays Woods n Spice, Thekkady.

After you've explored Vandiperiyar for a while, spread your wings and discover Kerala's other charms. Visit the traditional villages in Kerala, or head off and admire the area's beaches, coastal plains, forests and canals. Or join the locals mountain biking, mountain climbing and hiking while you're here.

Thekkady is 10 kilometres to the east of Vandiperiyar and is home to the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary and Periyar Boat Landing. If you'd like to spend a few nights in Thekkady, be sure to check out the Greenwoods Resort and Spice Village. Alternatively, you could stay in Munnar, 55 kilometres to the north of Vandiperiyar, where you can choose from the Devonshire Greens and Cool Resort. Should you choose to stay in Munnar, be sure to visit the Mount Carmel Church, Eravikulam National Park and Mathikettan Shola National Park.

Get your fix of local sport by making a trip to Nagambadam Stadium, which is 60 kilometres to the west of Vandiperiyar. Stay nearby to the action at the Backwater Retreat - Honeymoon House or the Windsor Castle.

Travellers transiting through Cochin International Airport may plan to stay at the Flora Airport Hotel or the Courtyard Kochi Airport, both of which are a short drive away.