Its an part of agasthyavanam biological park circle
Elephant have been an integral part of India's history,tradition,myth and culture.they have been captured,tamed,domesticated and bred in captivity.they have been used in battle,hunting,religious and ceremonial occasions and to manage other elephants.the giant beats enjoy a very special place in the minds of people and culture of kerala.
LOCATION
The rehabilitation centre is located 3 kms from kottor and 30 km from trivandrum city.from kovalam the access is through balaramapuram-kattakkada.the site is flanked by waters of neyyar reservoir and moist deciduous forests and grass lands
TIME TO VISIT
Morning between 9.30 and 11.30 is ideal.it is the time when elephants are bathed and fed
JOIN ELEPHANT BATH
Bathing of elephants in the reservoir is interesting to watch.visitors can also lend a helping hand to the mahout in scrubbing the elephant to clean them
EXPERIENCE ELEPHANT RIDE
visitors can experience the thrill of an elephant ride in the centre
ENJOY FEEDING ELEPHANTS
Cooked rice and jaggery are made in to the shape of balls and feed into their mouth.visitors are permitted to go near elephant to witness this lovely seen
WATCH ELEPHANT
BEHAVIOUR
Observing different moods of elephants is very interesting...
STAY IN FOREST HOSTELS
Nature enthusiasts,elephant lovers,nature study tour groups etc can stay in the forest hostels available at the center.essential catering facilities are attached to the hostels
TREKKING PACKAGES
ONE DAY TREKKING TO KATTADIKKUNNU(4 KMS)
TWO DAYS TREKKING TO MEENMUTTY FALLS(15 KMS)
THREE DAY TREKKING TO MEENMUTTY-THEERTHAKKARRA-AGASTHYARKOODAM.
DOS and DONT'S in this place
Observe total silence and discipline in the centre
Do not smoke and consume alcoholic drinks in the centre
Do not disturb or tease the elephants
Do not harm the Eco system of the locality
Do not attempt to swim in the reservoir
Do not pollute reservoir
Do not litter surroundings of the centre
Keep the centre a plastic free zones
Trekkers are advised to use jungle boots and leech proof socks
Avoid perfumes when approaching elephants it may irritate them
Keep a watch on children accompanying you
Do not collect plant materials from the locality
Respect local culture and heritages
Obey the instructions of the guides and officials
Carry drinking water and snacks during trekking
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