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Kuruvadweep

Kuruvadweep or Kuruva Island comprises a cluster of islets over the middle of Kabini River in Wayanad that is popular for the boat rides it offers on specially crafted bamboo rafts. Spread over 950 acres of land, Kuruva Island is popular for its diverse flora and fauna. These islands contain two small fresh water lakes. They are also a known safe haven for migratory birds along with hornbills, parrots and many butterfly species.
Kuruvadweep

Dwelling deep into this island, you can see many attractive things like bridges made up of bamboo trees and other rare species of trees. The uninhabited island is home to rare species of birds, orchids, herbal plants etc. Coming so much closer to nature, you might be feeling Kuruva Island as a nature's gift to Wayanad.


The island is surrounded by streams and you can have a boat ride or rafting through this stream enjoying the enchanting beauty of the island. The boats and rafts are provided by the Kerala Tourism Department and it will take a few hours to cover each and every island. Tourists from different parts of the world enjoy the rafting here. The rafts are made up of bamboo providing you a thrilling and exciting journey through the streams. The other thing you can do in this fabulous island is to have a calm and lazy nature walk. Partying and picnics are restricted here as the authorities are maintaining eco-tourism in Kuruva Island. Just enjoy the beauty without spoiling the pristine nature. You can also plan for a trekking in Kuruva Island.
Entry to this island is restricted during rainy seasons (from June to September). The island is open during the months from October to May and there is a nominal entry fee to the island. The time schedule is from morning 9 to evening 5.

Getting there
Nearest railway station: Calicut Railway Station, about 107 km
Nearest airport: Calicut International Airport, about 119 km
Google map coordinates: R3CV+Q3 Palvelicham, Kerala

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