Situated at Padagiri, The Whistling Thrush bungalow offers a serene setting amidst a plantation of Coffee, Cardamom, Pepper and Vanilla aptly named after the Thrush that wakes you up early in the morning inviting you to have a cup of Garden fresh tea from the neighboring Tea Estates. Taking a walk through the estate gives you an insight into work in a Plantation .

An Amazing number (about 170 varieties) of birds and animals such as the Great Indian Hornbill, Malabar Grey Hornbill, Malabar Whistling Thrush, Baya Weaver Bird, Squirrels, Deer, Porcupine, Wild Boar can be spotted in the estate. Nelliampathy offers the serious and easy trekker challenging opportunities to test your skills. And if you are bold enough to brave the forest we will take you on a guided night Safari to spot a leopard or Panther.

The Bungalow is situated in the middle of 400 Acres of Cardamom and coffee plantation at an altitude of 1000m above sea level, surrounded by a reserve forest on three sides and tea plantation on the other. The plantation has its own dam and waterfall where you can take a dip in the chilly waters to wash away the tiredness of your journey.

The Bungalow has three spacious bedrooms with provision for extra beds with attached bathrooms to offer. Room service and housekeeping, laundry service is available. Sit back on the verandah reading a book while listening to the wind whistling through the trees and sounds of the birds and animals.


Things to Bring

 Binoculars
 Trekking Shoes
 Warm Clothing
 Swimming costume
 Cap and Sunshades
 A book to read
 Camera

Things to Do

  Watch Plantation labour at work and try a hand too
  Visit Victoria Church situated in the middle of the forest for a breathtaking view
 Visit Karaparra River for a picnic.
  Visit an organic Tea Factory subject to permission
  Trek to the hill top or around the estate with a Guide
 Jeep Safari and night walks
  Visit Seethakundu
 Visit Keshavan Para for another picturesque spot
  Take a ride to Mampara
  Bird Watching
 Sheer relaxation

Tarrif

INR 5000 on Full Board Basis