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Adventure tourism in Edamalakudy tribal area in Idukki

adventure tourism, Edamalakudy tribal area, Muthuvan tribe

Kerala Tourism has sketched out a plan for adventure tourism in Edamalakudy tribal area in Idukki. Idukki is one of the districts in Kerala where majority of tribals exists.

Edamalakudy, the first tribal grama panchayat in the State, was carved out of Munnar grama panchayat. To reach Edamalakudy, one has to travel about 20 km by jeep till Pettimudy, and walk on foot for another 15 km through dense forest tract. The tribal settlement has 28 Muthuvan hamlets, each lying three to four km away from each other. The Muthuvan tribe here is one of the most reclusive forest tribes in the State. They have a distinct tradition and lifestyle.

One can walk through the idyllic landscape, guided by the Tribal people, who have intimate knowledge of the forest terrain, on a daylong adventure. Different nature trails traversing diverse habitats form the trekking routes, generally 10 to 15 km in length. Hosted and accompanied by trained local tribes, the visitors can go for trekking and bird watching in the many trails around. Wilderness night camps will be the highlight of the trail.

The development of this area will benefit tribals and offer job opportunities for them. As a result, their standard of living will be raised.