Konni Reserve Forest

We travelled through this forest while coming from Sabarimala to Achan Kovil. Beautiful dense forest we noticed some a deer which is around 6 feet tall disappear in a moment we couldn't even able to snap a shot in our camera, some elephants and a cobra snake.

Konni, famous for the elephant training happening in the state attracts a huge number of visitors every year. People visit here to see the biggest animal on land in close quarters without fear. One of the major attractions at Konni is the giant wooden cages or the elephant kraals used to house the elephants. Locally known as Aanakoodu, they can house up to 3 to 4 elephants at a time. The place also has a children’s park. The centre is closed on Mondays. With a 5-km stretch broadened by the Kallar River, Adavi welcomes you to experience nature at its best. The package is available in two slots – one is short ride and the other long ride. The place is best during monsoon as the river is full and you can experience the fresh air, and soak yourself in the scenery of pristine greenery, and clear waters of the Kallar River. A bus tour to Gavi from Adavi will gasp you whenever the thick curtain of woods part to give you glimpses of stunning landscapes. On the way, you can see some of the beautiful dams in Kerala – Moozhiyar, Kakki, and Anathodu. You can also see the waters of Kochu Pamba at Gavi and on the return journey, you can see plantation towns of Vandiperiyar, Peerumedu, Mundakayam, and Ranni. This is a full day programme and lunch is arranged at Gavi. The huge array of rocks narrates the story of a hunter and his mistress, and attracts hordes of tourists.

The road is not good but it is through the forest and it's quite secluded from the civilization. Take enough food, water for a trip, some good views and streams are there on the way. You can bath also. Night travel is also awesome but is dangerous (elephants). On the way you will pass some temples (achankovil temple) and small villages.

If you are looking for a total cut off from civilization then this is perhaps one of the place for you within Kerala .With few and limited visitors this place still stand virgin amongst many .Its Deep jungles , teak plantations , rubber estates , streams and of course the beautiful achankovil river follows you till the end of your journey , makes it one of the beautiful destinations for travellers and nature enthusiasts . One can enjoy the deep wilderness and have a dip in the beautiful river ,make sure u look for a safe spot as the river is full of slippery rocks and deep channels .The season I travelled was dry and mostly the river has dried out in many places letting it shallow and exposing the bed rocks .This is one of the forest ranges in Kerala where you can access these deep jungles without any restrictions , thanks to achankovil temple. There are few waterfalls along the way where you can take pitstops and enjoy . The famous kumbhavarutty falls remains on the way once after u continue the journey towards achankovil and schenkottai .If you are lucky enough u can spot lot of wild life including variety of birds and fishes and for your info this is an elephant country ,one has to be really careful if you are travelling in early mornings or late evenings as there are lot of local stories regarding elephant attacks resulting in fatalities . Overall an excellent place for travellers , off road enthusiasts and nature lovers .

If you love forest, then you would definitely like this one. I have travelled through this forest where there are roads and I love the peaceful and calm atmosphere. But you should be careful about animals especially elephants.

Nice place to hangout. Really pleasant experience. Keep in mind you must be early 7am to enjoy all these places with thick fog and clouds..

The most amazing Trekking experience i have ever felt. The 12 KM long trekk fromm konni to the interior of the jungle.

The magical stress buster, I visit here every week. Love to ride here during evening time.

A road through the dense forest, expect elephats, and other wild animals anytime.
The road is very narrow with a number of water stream crossings, in many places, no road exists.
The road is passing through the banks of Achankovilar.
From Achankovil village to Kalleli village near Konni, there are no human settlements, very free of vehicular traffic that one wil not find much vehicles crossing or overtaking during the entire journey.
There are no traveling restictions or timing, once you cross the check posts near Konni from Konni side, or Mekkara from Achankovil side.

But it is extremely dangerous to travel alone or in bike, during late evening and early morning.

To get help, if anything went wrong is almost near to impossible. Many stretches dont have coverage for any network.

Good roadway for long drive. Scenery is really beautiful.

Loved it. Scene's da best though we weren't fortunate to see the elephants

Its a very nice place for photo shoot and its very chill

Very nice roads & scenic place

Excellent place with alluring climate. Perfect place for passionate photographers . Nature at its best. Nice place to spend with family.

Drive through the forest is awesome. You can see Achankovil river. You can also see elephants, peacocks, giant squirrels etc.
The road was not in a good condition. If you love off roading it's ok...

Awesome place, if you prefer bike to car..my man.. nature awaits u.. Never hav i felt so refreshed before i visited this place..

Experience your own Happiness here and have enjoyment....

Our family Temple flage Pole tree cuting this area forest

A Good Hill View of the forest and great place to spend some time at the evening or early morning

Good place for site seeing, lot of peacocks and elephants on the way