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Gavi is an eco-tourist spot in Kerala which has widely become popular after 'Alistair International' the world acclaimed tourism major listed it among the leading eco-tourism centres and one of the must-see places in India. A must visit place for all nature lovers as Gavi is preserved in its natural scenic beauty untainted by the mighty hands of modernity. Gavi is mainly known for its wildlife. Endangered species including the Nilgiri Tahr and Lion-tailed macaque are often sighted at the outskirts of Gavi. Kerala’s very own treasure elephants can be sighted abundantly. If you are the bird watcher, Gavi is the place for you. With more than 260 species of birds including the great pied hornbill, woodpecker, and kingfishers, Gavi is a heaven for birdwatchers. A splendid spot to be visited at least once for all those who love nature.

Green Mansion, aptly named is a mansion in the lap of nature bounteously blessed with greenery has rooms ranging from 2 bed to 6 beds. From the 'Green Mansion', one can savor the spectacular view of the Gavi Lake and the adjoining forests. KFDC at Gavi has developed a unique concept of swiss cottage by pitching tents under proper shaded roofing.

Kfdc ecotourism has gathered a rundown of activities in Kerala to make your vacation an essential one. This page unites an assortment of encounters/exercises to encourage a simple look for a guest. Investigate the total rundown of best activities in Kerala here. Our activities include: Trekking, Jeep Safari, Pine and Eucalyptus plantation visit, Bird and sky watching and a beautiful garden.

The day program in Gavi starts with a healthy delicious breakfast following fabulous trip to the lush green plantations.A wonderful lunch also is a part of the day program the dishes are ethnic south indian vegetarian and will definitely wake your taste buds; you can choose from our menu varieties. A raw boat ride is an add on to the program you can enjoy the jaw dropping view of Sabarimala hills along with the smell of cardamom.

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The Complete Gavi Kerala Ecotourism Guide: From Adventure Camping To Jeep Safari In The Wild

Gavi in Kerala is a major ecotourism project that has been initiated by the Kerala Forest Development Corporation situated in the Pathanamthitta district of the state. This rich ecotourist spot and pride of Pathanamthitta offers travelers various activities including but not limited to trekking, boating, forest camping, wildlife watching, night safaris, nature trails, and much more. Tucked inside the lush and refreshing Ranni reserve forest, Gavi Kerala happens to be a significant segment of the Periyar Tiger Reserve in Thekkady as well as the Seethathode Panchayath in Ranni Taluk.

Gavi Ecotourism project recently rose to fame when the world-renowned ‘Alistair International’ tourism major featured it in its list of the best ecotourism centers in India! Gavi Kerala owes this popularity to its well preserved scenic resources and undisturbed biodiversity that it has successfully kept away from the vicious claws of modernity and reckless tourism. It is for this reason that Gavi is among the best places to visit in Kerala for nature lovers, wildlife enthusiasts, bird watchers, and adventure seekers. A plethora of endangered and rare wildlife species are sheltered by this rich reserve, including over 260 species of birds!

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What is Gavi Kerala Eco Tourism?

Gavi Kerala Ecotourism project recently rose to fame when the world-renowned ‘Alistair International’ tourism major featured it in its list of the best ecotourism centers in India! Gavi Kerala owes this popularity to its well preserved scenic resources and undisturbed biodiversity that it has successfully kept away from the vicious claws of modernity and reckless tourism. It is for this reason that Gavi is among the best places to visit in Kerala for nature lovers, wildlife enthusiasts, bird watchers, and adventure seekers. A plethora of endangered and rare wildlife species are sheltered by this rich reserve, including over 260 species of birds!

Gavi Kerala Ecotourism: General Information

Elevation: 1,036 m District: Pathanamthitta district Location: Pathanamthitta district, Kerala 685565 Geography: Gavi has a varied terrain inclusive of hills, valleys, grasslands, tropical forests, sholas, waterfalls, and cardamom plantations

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Best Time To Visit Gavi Kerala

You can visit anytime from September to February in order to experience the best of what Gavi has to offer. The Gavi Kerala weather during this time is most suitable for undertaking all kinds of tourist activities and sighting wildlife in their natural habitat. The weather during this time is pleasant throughout the day. You will end up getting a surreal holiday experience thanks to the awesome Gavi climate in winter months. If you wish to enjoy Gavi’s heavy monsoon season, you should plan your trip between June and September.

While there are no restrictions against visiting Gavi Kerala in the summer months from March to May, it is not preferable since the weather is very hot and dry. If you wish to indulge in forest tent camping inside the Gavi forest, then you must visit during the winter time from November through March as it’s only available during this period. Just make sure you book well in advance.

How To Reach Gavi Kerala

Gavi in Kerala is actually quite easy to reach via various modes of transport. While you may have to switch between different modes to get there, it’ll surely be an enjoyable journey filled with endearing sights of Kerala’s natural beauty! We have compiled below all the details for how to go to Gavi so that you pick the most suitable means as per your convenience and budget.

How To Reach Gavi By Air

The nearest airports to Gavi include the Cochin Airport located about 5 hours away and the Trivandrum Airport located 5.5 hours away. From there you can either rent a vehicle to drive to Gavi via scenic routes, or avail the KSRTC Bus service to get to Kumily. From Kumily, Gavi is just a jeep ride away!

How To Reach Gavi By Train

The nearest railway station to Gavi is Kottayam Railway Station located 128 km away. From the station you have the option of either taking the KSRTC operated bus or renting a vehicle to Kumily from where you can hire a jeep to get to Gavi.

How To Reach Gavi By Road

Gavi has a rather well-connected road network with a lot of major cities and towns in Southern India. If you enjoy road trips, you’ll find that the journey to Gavi via road is a lot more scenic and exciting than by other means of transport. The nearest town to Gavi is Vandiperiyar located 28 km away, followed by Thekkady (51 km away) and the Pathanamthitta District Headquarters (109 km away).

KSRTC runs regular bus service to and fro all major cities in Kerala. Whether you rent a vehicle, drive down your own car, take a bus, or indulge in a fun Gavi bike trip with your gang, you are sure to have the most rejuvenating experience riding through tea plantations, hills and valleys, grasslands, and forest tracts or Kerala!

Gavi Kerala Entry Fee

Entry passes can be acquired easily from the Forest Checkpoint en-route Vallakadavu. However, make sure you book your Gavi-Kakki entry pass in advance with the Kerala Forest Development Corporation Ltd to avoid unnecessary hassles at the last minute. Gavi has a downright nominal entry fee that everyone can afford.

Gavi entry charges: INR 25 per person Vehicle charges: INR 50 per vehicle Camera charges: INR 100

For Gavi-Kakki Ecotourism online ticket booking and jeep safari booking you can write to Kerala Forest Development Corporation Ltd

Where To Stay In Gavi

The lavish and eco-friendly KFDC Gavi Hotel – Green Mansion Gavi Kerala is the best option for a comfortable, scenic, and value-for-money stay. Gavi stay packages of this beautiful jungle lodge offer a variety of activities like boating, jeep safari, plantation visits, nature walks, trekking to Sabarimala viewpoint and plenty of facilities to make your trip a memorable one. The best way to experience the serenity and natural bounty of this enchanting eco-friendly hub in Kerala is by staying in this handsome jungle lodge tucked inside the forest reserve itself.

Wake up fresh every morning to the lovely sounds of nature and bask in the opportunity of spotting exotic birds and wildlife from your verandah itself. Staying at Green Mansion Jungle Lodge inside Gavi also makes it convenient for you to indulge in all the activities in Gavi with absolute ease, including early morning jeep safaris through the jungle, owing to its strategic location inside the forest. Your comfortable stay at this lodge also includes basic amenities like dinner and breakfast.

Things To Do At Gavi Kerala

One of the largest tourism ventures by Kerala Forest Development Corporation, Gavi Eco Tourism Project aims to let people interact with untampered and unmodernised nature through a variety of activities like the ones mentioned below:

At Gavi Kerala, you have the chance to row over the emerald waters of Kochupamba with your travel buddies. Boating to Kochupamba is a part of all Gavi tour packages from Pathanamthitta and is among the most enjoyable activities here for adventure seekers and nature lovers. It is a day programme offered at the eco center that takes you across the Gavi reservoir into Kochupamba through an incredibly scenic route. As a part of your Gavi tour package, all required gear and equipment like life jackets will be made available to you at Gavi itself.

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2. Trekking

With such abundant natural beauty to explore in Gavi, trekking will definitely prove to be an enjoyable and scenic feat. Trekking in Gavi is available to travelers as a full day programme that commences at around 8:30 in the morning and takes you to Kerala’s surreal cardamom plantations. Travelers are accompanied by an experienced guide to make the hike a safe, enjoyable, and informative experience. Once there, you’ll granted ample time to explore the plantations on their own and rest, before returning to base for lunch.

3. Jungle Jeep Safari

Untouched by commercialization and modernity, Gavi’s natural environment provides shelter to a number of species of birds and wildlife. A jeep safari through Gavi’s sunlit forests brimming with lush foliage and resonating with nature sounds will truly give you a taste of what heaven looks like! Your adventure-packed safari will give you a rare glimpse at some of India’s endangered species of wildlife like the Nilgiri Tahr and the Lion-tailed Macaque. Since

Gavi is also home to over 260 bird species, you’ll get to experience the thrill of sighting a number of delightful birds like the Great Pied Hornbill other than Kingfishers and Woodpeckers. You can do your Gavi jeep safari booking when you book a tour package by simply emailing your requirements to Kerala Forest Development Corporation Ltd

4. Plantation Visits

A leisure stroll through Gavi’s dreamy plantations of cardamom, pepper, and coffee will give you an incredibly enriching experience for sure! If you look for Gavi photos on the internet, you’ll be mesmerized to see these sprawling plantations looking like rolling carpets onto Gavi’s fertile lands, a sight that will entice you to book a trip to Kerala at once! You’ll be accompanied by a trained guide who will provide useful and intriguing insights into Kerala’s blooming cardamom and coffee plantations while also letting you explore them on your own.

5. Sabarimala Viewpoint Visit

Sabarimala Viewpoint in Gavi Kerala is known to offer stunning views of the rolling Sabarimala hills, which are a part of the surreal Western Ghats enveloped in lush greenery. Sabarimala is a Hindu pilgrimage center located in the midst of these hills that plays host to one of the largest annual pilgrimages in the world. It is said an estimated 45-50 million devotees visit it each year from all across India and many regions of the world. This place also boasts of a deep ravine, a forest, and a bizarre museum where you’ll find skeletons of animals on display!

6. Jungle Camping

You must not not miss a chance to stay inside Gavi forest where you can get up close and personal with animals roaming free and birds wake you in the morning with their melodious chirping. As a part of your trip programme, Green Mansion Gavi Kerala will arrange for you a memorable tent stay in Gavi packed with all basic amenities, adventures, and meals.

Apart from a lavish experience of camping in the wilderness, your package will also include activities like boating, plantation visits, trekking, and jeep safari. You have the option of staying either in these portable tents or in tree houses and comes highly recommended for those who wish to taste real adventure in the forests of Kerala.

Flora And Fauna Of Gavi Kerala

You’ll be able to spot a number of rare and endangered species of animals here, including the Nilgiri Tahr and Lion-tailed Macaque. Other than these, you can easily find Kerala’s mighty elephants, gaur, Sambar deer, Barking deer, wild dogs, tigers, and a number of reptile species.

With over 260 species of birds, Gavi is also a haven for bird watchers. Great Pied Hornbills, woodpeckers, mynas, bulbuls, cuckoos, and kingfishers are some of the species you can find here. In terms of flora, Gavi has a varied terrain with a number of plant species, including the distinct Nageia Wallichiana trees that can grow up to 54 meters in height!

What Makes Gavi Kerala Project Special

The Gavi Eco Tourism Project wasn’t just initiated to give people a deep insight into Kerala’s bountiful natural resources, but also to support the local community here. By hiring this region’s local people for jobs like tourist guides, gardeners and cooks, this project not only enables them to earn their daily bread and butter, but also helps them make visitors more aware about the importance of conservation of nature.

Tips For Visiting Gavi Kerala

Here are a few tips you must keep in mind when you’re visiting Gavi:

Do not litter. Dispose off the trash in designated trash bins around you. Carry water bottles that you can refill. Do not feed, scare, or disturb the wildlife in any way. Do not smoke inside the forest area. Do not walk or hike inside the forest area without the assistance of a guide. Keep children close at all times. Make sure they do not wander off. Do not get off the vehicle during your safari ride unless your guide permits you to. Do not pluck or damage plants and trees inside the forest area. Such actions are strictly prohibited. Try to not use a flash while taking pictures inside the forest area. Drink plenty of water to keep yourself hydrated. Wear comfortable cotton or linen clothes. Wear proper hiking shoes when going for a trek or visiting the plantations. Carry insect/mosquito repellent.

With so much to explore and enjoy, a trip to the Gavi Kerala is bound to leave you mesmerized! Whether you visit with family, explore it with your best buddies, or tour it with your partner, you will end up making memories to last you a lifetime! So, what are you waiting for? Go through our Gavi tour packages and pick the one that best suits your needs and preferences. A fun and adventure-packed holiday awaits you here!

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Gavi, the wild beauty

Gavi is a destination reached through the forest paths winding around misty hills, crossing over four dams and weaving through wildlife reserves. Many restrictions have to be overcome if you wish to visit the wild beauty called Gavi which is a part of the Periyar Tiger Reserve. Only genuine nature lovers who would do no harm to these virgin forests are allowed entry.

From Pathanamthitta, the eco-tourism centre of Gavi is about 100 km via Angamoozhy. Out of this, about 73 km is through forests. Elephants, bison, deer, lion-tailed macaque etc are normally encountered on the way; and on a good day, even jungle cats and tigers may be sighted.

The route is around green hills and through thick forests. A chill wind blows even around midday. If mist descends over the slopes, nothing can be seen. It gives a feeling of floating on clouds.

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The route also goes over the dams of Kakki and Anathode which are part of the Sabarigiri hydro-electric project – the 2nd largest in terms of the amount of electricity generated. Besides, there are Moozhiyar and Gavi dams to cross. The Kochu Pampa dam can also be sighted on the way.

These forests are also renowned for the large number of bird types found. Tree varieties like 'Rudraksha' and Frankincense, popular in the urban areas, are also plentiful in this forest area. There are two serene boating facilities amidst the murmur of the jungle and away from the commotion of the cities. To top it all, if there is some accommodation facility to stay overnight, it will be a bonus.

While coming from the direction of Pathanamthitta, visiting pass has to be obtained from Goodrical Forest Range Office at Angamoozhy. Only 30 vehicles are allowed per day. Vehicle entry is allowed between 08:30 and 11:00. For online booking, visit:

https://gavikakkionline.com

Phone: 0473-5279063/8547600900.

The entry is through the Kochandi check-post. All the plastic items carried by the visitors will be inventoried here. Beyond Gavi, at the Vallakkadavu check-post, these items are checked again. This is a precaution taken to prevent plastic disposal in the forest area.

Carrying alcohol and travelling in a state of inebriation are strictly prohibited and so is getting off the vehicle inside the forest. There are many points where the visitors undergo random check by the police or forest officials. At Pachakkanam, another entry pass has to be obtained.

Gavi can also be accessed directly from Vandiperiyar on the Kottayam-Kumily Road via the Vallakkadavu check-post.

The Kerala Forest Development (KFDC) offers different tour packages that facilitates maximum exposure to the forest's charms. These packages include boating, trekking, wild-safari, and overnight stay in tents. There are daytime packages too.

For more information, visit: https://gavi.kfdcecotourism.com

Phone: Vallikkadavu 8289821306

Kumily: 04869253270//9947492399//82898 21306

Email: [email protected]

The boating near Kochu Pampa costs only Rs 100/-

Phone: 94952 84900

Lunch can be arranged if pre-booking is done.

The Pathanamthitta District Tourism Promotion Council (DTPC) offers Gavi package including coracle ride at Konni/Advai.

Phone: 0468-2311343 (Kozhencherry)

0468-2326409 (Pathanamthitta)

0468-2247645 (Konni)

Bus service

The bus service from Pathanamthitta via Gavi and Kumily covers one of Kerala's longest and one of the more beautiful routes in Kerala. There is no need to take entry pass while travelling in the bus. The checking is also not that stringent. It could get quite crowded on holidays.

Timing: From Pathanamthitta, morning 6:30 and at noon 12:30

From Kumily, morning: 5:25 and at noon 1:20

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Gavi Eco Tourism

Gavi Eco Tourism – A Different Tourist Experience

Gavi Eco Tourism is an eco-tourism project located in the Ranni Forest Range of Pathanamthitta district in Kerala, India. It is a popular destination for nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts.

The eco-tourism project was started by the Kerala Forest Development Corporation in 1996. It covers an area of about 600 hectares and is home to a variety of flora and fauna, including elephants, tigers, leopards, deer, monkeys, and birds.

Gavi Eco Tourism offers a variety of activities for visitors, including trekking, camping, bird watching, and jeep safaris. There is also a visitors’ center with information about the eco-tourism project and the surrounding area.

To visit Gavi Eco Tourism, you need to obtain an entry pass from the Forest Check Post en route at Vallakkadavu. The entry fee is INR 70 for Indian adults and INR 140 for foreign adults. Children below 13 years of age are free.

The best time to visit Gavi Eco Tourism is during the monsoon season (June to September) when the forest is lush and green. However, the eco-tourism project is open all year round.

Here are some of the things you can do at Gavi Eco Tourism:

• Trekking: There are several trekking trails in the eco-tourism project, ranging from easy to challenging.
• Camping: There are several camping sites in the eco-tourism project, where you can spend a night under the stars.
• Bird watching: The eco-tourism project is home to over 260 species of birds, making it a great place for bird watching.
• Jeep safari: Take a jeep safari through the forest to see the wildlife.
• Visit the visitors’ center: Learn more about the eco-tourism project and the surrounding area at the visitors’ center.

If you are looking for a place to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and experience the beauty of nature, Gavi Eco Tourism is a great option.

Flaunted as one of the must see eco tourist spots in India,  Gavi  of Kerala has been catching attention in the tourist map for all the good points it has. To reach Gavi you have to take a 40 km drive from Kumily through the breathtakingly beautiful roads across the lush green tea plantations. The best transportation would be to select a Jeep ride; it will help you to explore every nook and corner of Gavi. What is appealing about Gavi is its pristine natural charm untouched by the mass tourism trails, verdant forests, rolling grass lands and waterfalls. It is the home of 260 avian species and is a haven for bird watchers.

The Kerala Forest Development Corporation Ltd sponsors the Gavi Eco tourism programme. It aims to promote sustainable tourism without spoiling the tranquility of the tropical forest of the Western Ghats. Gavi is not only a destination popular among nature enthusiasts; it is a favorite place of adventure tourists and research tourist who come here to explore the rare flora and fauna of Gavi.

Places Take a stroll around, merge and feel the oneness with nature. Peripheral areas will give you glimpses of rare species of animals of Gavi like Nilgiri Tahr and Lion-tailed macaue, and bird species such as Great Pied Hornbill, Woodpecker, Kingfishers, etc.

If you can take a short trek along the hill, you will reach Sabarimala Ayyappan Temple, one of the most-visited and famous pilgrimage centers of India.

The Paradise Cove at Ninnumulli is the delight of nature lovers, so make a point to visit it. Some other places that can fascinate you near Gavi are Kuttikanam, Peerumedu , Vandiperiyar and Cardamon factory visits.

Things To Do Bird watching are not the only activity in Gavi, the place is great to go for trekking, hard-core trekker will find the best trekking trail here. They can explore the deep jungle trekking through Pullumedu Peak (the way to Shabarimala shrine) the much acclaimed and chosen. Waters of Gavi and Kochupamba is the best place to go for boating and canoeing. If you are looking for some extra adrenaline rise, a night’s stay at huts in tree top, jungle night safaris through jungle roads and night camping in intense forest are some of the choices you can make.

Location The place is located at the easternmost extreme of Pathanamthitta district of Kerala and is 3400 ft above sea level.

Climate During summer it is warm with temperature raising to a maximum of not more than 25 degree Celsius, here the monsoon temperature settles at 10 degree Celsius and is colder.

Best Time to Visit The best time to visit Gavi is summer, although tourists haunt the place in monsoon too.

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Gavi Eco Tourism

Gavi is an Eco-Tourism a project of the Kerala Forest Development Corporation located in Pathanamthitta district, Kerala. Gavi, located in Pathanamthitta district offers its visitors activities like trekking, wildlife watching, outdoor camping in specially built tents, and night safaris. Distance from Pathanamthitta To Gavi is 109 km 428 mtrs & Travel Time is 2 hour 5 mins By Road. Gavi is 14 km south west of Vandiperiyar, 28 km from Kumily, near Thekkady. Gavi is inside the Ranni reserve forest. Gavi is a part of Seethathode Panchayath in Ranni Taluk. Gavi is part of the Periyar Tiger Reserve, and the route can be covered by car from Vandiperiyar. The entrance fee is 25 rupees per person and 50 rupees per vehicle. Cameras are 25 rupees and video cameras are charged 100 rupees. Both day and night stays are available. Forest tent camping is available from November through March.[citation needed]. It has been said that most enjoyable route to Gavi is the way from Pathanamthitta. The rough journey to Gavi may better be made on a sturdy vehicle like a jeep. Entry passes must be obtained from the Forest Check Post en route at Vallakkadavu. Advance booking with the Kerala Forest Development Corporation Ltd. is highly appreciable wherein such formalities will be taken care of by the company itself.

For more details of the packages of DTPC (District Tourish Promotion Council), visit : http://pathanamthittatourism.com/gavi-package

Kerala Forest Development Corporation Ltd (KFDC) operates various packages from day programs to stay over programs at Gavi.

For more details about packages/programs, visit www.gavi.kfdcecotourism.com

For Cost & Bookings, Contact

Kerala Forest Development Corporation Ltd (KFDC) Aaranyakom, Karapuzha, Kottayam – 686003. T: +91 481-2582640, 2581205 E: info[at]kfdcecotourism[dot]com KFDC Ecotourism GAVI Gavi Via Vandiperiyar Mob: +91 99474 92399 Information Center Holiday home building Kulathupalam, Kumali, Idukki, Kerala T: +91 4869 223270 E: gavi[at]kfdcecotourism[dot]com

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Nearby airports are Cochin airport (COK) and Trivandrumnm (TRV) Airport.

133 Kms from Chengannur Railway Staion.

28 Kms from Vandiperiyar ( a town on NH- 212) 51 Kms from Thekkady. 109 km from Pathanamthitta District Head quarter KSRTC Bus is running an Ordinary bus service from Pathanamthitta To Kumaly Via the hilly forest tracts of Moozhiyar, Kochu-Pampa, Pachakkanam and Gavi.

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Gavi is one of the major eco-tourism centres in Kerala, which has been...

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Gavi is one of the major eco-tourism centres in Kerala, which has been listed as one of the must see place in India by World Acclaimed Tourism major , Alistair International. It is a part of the Periyar Tiger Reserve. This place is a perfect blend of nature’s marvels with various other attractions that has not been explored too much and has still retained its beauty . The journey to Gavi is itself an exciting and rejuvenating experience . Way to Gavi is mainly known for its wildlife. During the journey you will be attracted by the sight of Gavi, endangered species of Nilgiri Tahr , Lion tailed macaque, Wild Gaur and Elephants. Sholai Forest and grass lands are the other major attractions throughout the way to Gavi. Presence of Gopher tree , the tree which is identified as Gopher (also known as Nirampalli) is an important thing. Gopher wood is a term used once in the Bible. Bird watchers must not miss the chance to visit Gavi as they can spot a lot of rare avian species at this place. With more than 260 species of birds including the great pied hornbill, Woodpecker and king fisher,Gavi is a heaven for birds. This is a perfect place for nature explorers that offers a chance to get acquainted with the unique flora of the Western Ghats . In short a splendid spot to be visited at least once for all those who love the nature.

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Kerala is noted for many destinations with captivating natural beauty. Most of them provide visitors with a tranquil ambience ideal for relaxation. One such place is Gavi, an eco-tourism project managed by the Kerala Forest Development Corporation. The picture that we have for you is that of the tranquil lake at Gavi, near Vandiperiyar in Pathanamthitta district of Kerala. Visitors to Gavi find it relaxing to go for canoeing in the lake. The eco-lodge - Green Mansion ' at Gavi has facilities for boarding and from the lodge itself one can enjoy the spectacular view of the Gavi Lake and the adjoining forests. Here, visitors can go for activities like trekking, wildlife watching, outdoor camping in specially built tents and night safaris.

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