Kuruva Island

On Christmas day we started to Wayanad. We planned for 3 days in Wayanad but cancelled the last day of sight seeing due to bad weather.

Kuruva island is one of the important attractions in Wayanad. This island is uninhabited and  an ideal spot for picnic. It is 17 kms from Mananthavady. To reach the island we have to cross a small stream by foot. Ferry service is available to reach the island but could not get one to reach there since it is so crowded. Water level in the river was very low we crossed the river by foot to and fro.

Kuruva island or Dweep is consists of group of islands inside Kabini river and covers an area of about 950 acres of ever green dense forest. Nothing so specific over there in the island except you and the chirping sound of the birds. If you want you can just roam around the island but leave the island before 4.30 PM. Tree top huts are available on a rent for Rs. 750/- Island has a entry fee of Rs. 10/- per each person.

Rava Upumav

Lot of small restaurants like mess houses are mushroomed on the road to Kuruva island. On the way back, we had tea from one of the mess houses. The menu was Rava Upumav, sugar and banana. The prices are affordable.

It is one of the must visit places in Wayanad.