Thenmala

THENMALA...................ENJOY NATURE....

Thenmala, which lies at the Kollam-Shencottah road and the Trivandrum-Shencottah Road

 India's first planned Ecotourism destination.

 It has 10 Ecotourism spots that cover the great hill ranges of Thiruvananthapuram, Pathanamthitta and Kollam districts.

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The surrounding dense forest is also known for the timber that is in much demand across the country.

boating...

Its terrain is dotted by forests, rubber and tree plantations

Thenmala is located 66 kms to the east of Kollam and is a treasure trove of activities. From boat rides to leisurely walks to even adventure sports

 A visit to the nearby Deer Rehabilitation Centre is a must as various species of deer are bred here.

They are released into the forest when the population reaches optimum levels

deer park......

The Elevated Walkway winds through a thick canopy of trees, home to many native birds. 

enjoy fresh air and natural beuty...............

Information Desk
Thenmala Ecotourism Promotion Society
Thenmala Dam Junction
Thenmala P.O. 691308 Kollam District
Kerala, India
Phone:91-475-2344800
E-mail: info@thenmalaecotourism.com
Website: http://www.thenmalaecotourism.com/

 

Getting there

Nearest railway station

 Shenkottah, about 29 km and Kollam

Nearest airport

 Trivandrum International Airport, about 72 km

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Vandaloor Biological Park

 

Location:situated at Vandalur which is 32 Km away from the city of Chennai

On the side of the  road is the zoo over a sprawling area of  602 ha.

 

There is direct service from various parts of the city to Vandalur Arignar Anna Zoological Park bus stop.

Also by local train, train going to chengalpettu stops at Vandalur Railway station which is about 1 km from the zoo

 

Vegetation

The vegetation of the zoological park is dry evergreen forests.  About 138 plant species are found in the area

The Zoo maintains a viable population of threatened and endangered species of the Western and the Eastern Ghats. It has many threatened exotic species also. 

Special Attractions

Environment Friendly:While maintaining high standards of cleanliness, facilities and attractions, pollution free battery operated safari vans for tourists .

Star Attractions:
Nocturnal animals house,

Reptile enclosures, 

Walk through aviaries,

Butterfly house,

Children's park

Gardens, Lawns, Rest area. etc. 

 

Lion Safar

Deer Safari

Flamingoes, Seagulls, Teals, Storks, Herons, etc. These are seasonal birds sighted only between October and February. .

Terrestrial Birds Walk-through Aviary

Reptile House

Crocodile Enclosure

Primate House:
Arignar Anna Zoological Park has  endangered primate species like the Liontailed Macaque, Nilgiri Langur, Capped Langur and Chimpanzee. 

Elephant House

Butterfly House
which attract many species of butterflies like the common mormon, blue tiger, lime butterfly etc.

Amphibian House

Flamingo Exhibits

Small Mammals House

Visitation

The zoo is open through out the year.

The zoo is closed on Tuesday.

Bus Root:

Routes from Thambaram 
M18(Thambaram-Guduvancheri)
M52(Pozhichalur-Guduvancheri)
M80(Aadanoor-Thambaram)
T60(Changalpettu-Thambaram)
T60(Guruvanmedu-Thambaram)
T60(Kelambakkam-Thambaram)
T60(Thiruporur-Thambaram)
T60(Mahabalipuram-Thambaram)
T60(Mambakkam-Thambaram)

CONTACT US

Arignar Anna Zoological Park, 
The Chief Conservator of Forests and Director or the Deputy Director or the Zoo Education Officer,
Arignar Anna Zoological Park, Vandalur, Chennai - 600 04.
Phone - 044-22751089, Fax - 044-22750741

Timings: 

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

 

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