Idukki, the beautiful hill station of Kerala derives its name from a Malayalam word 'idukku', which means narrow gorge. Idukki is known as the land of massive mountains, variegated valleys and splendid streams. Located in the southern portion of Kerala, Idukki offers diverse tourist attractions like hill ranges, mountain treks, spice plantations, virgin beauty of nature and wild life sanctuaries.

Located at an altitude of 750-meters above the sea level the clean and luxuriant Idukki hills enthrall you with their enigmatic and bewitching appeal. Idukki is of course famous for the sprawling wildlife sanctuary that supports a whopping variety of wild animals and birds.

Idukki district in Kerala is known for the Periyar and Idukki wildlife sanctuaries and the hill station of Munnar. This area of the hill ranges in Kerala is also known for many picturesque waterfalls and verdant views.

The Idukki Wildlife Sanctuary is the prime attraction of the hill town of Idukki. It is spread over an area of 70 sq km in the vicinity of the Arched Dam. The Idukki Wildlife Sanctuary is rich in green forest cover and vibrant flora and fauna. Tourist may easily spot animals like the elephant, bison, sambhar, deer etc. you may also find a wide variety of snakes and birds like the jungle foul, laughing thrush etc.