Spice Village
The best place to stay in Periyar with its beautifully designed cottages and surrounding spice gardens.
Shalimar Spice
Shalimar Spice, Thekkady & Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, India
A 10 minute drive from Kumily, where most of the other accommodation serving Periyar is located, brings you to the tranquil setting for Shalimar Spice Garden. In this rural location, surrounded by fruit trees and plantations, Shalimar Spice is the nearest you will get to a jungle experience in Periyar. It has a total of 15 bedrooms, all in traditional thatched cottages with modern boutique style interiors. Each room is individually decorated with bright splashes of color provided by the soft furnishings. The rooms have individual sit-out areas overlooking the spice gardens where a wide variety of birds can be spotted and heard. Spices from the garden are used in the cooking and dishes for the evening buffet. An a la carte menu is also sometimes available. An Ayurvedic center offers a range of treatments and there is also a small pool to further your relaxation.
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Honeymoon Cottage, Shalimar Spice <<Full advance 60 days before arrival>>, Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary
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Experiences while staying here
The following activities are designed to give you the most authentic experiences of the area where you’re staying. We work with local guides, who use their knowledge and often a resident’s eye to show you the main sights and more out-of-the-way attractions. Our specialists can also suggest outdoor pursuits and activities, such as cooking classes, that will introduce you to the traditions of the area’s inhabitants.
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Spice Plantation
Driving just a few kilometers from the village of Kumily, you will come to the spice plantations. Owned and cared for by the local villagers, the plots are generally around two acres.
