Aranya Niwas is a KTDC Enterprise, a wildlife resort with 3-star facilities set in the middle of the fantastic Periyar Reserve (Kerala, India).

Aranya Nivas or the Sylvan Abode has this quaint structure in the colonial style, is the only property in India set in the heart of a game reserve. Besides being the ideal holiday retreat, Aranya Nivas is also the perfect venue for a relaxed corporate meet or business conference. 

Aranya Niwas is a favorite retreat of tourist seeking first hand glimpse of wildlife such as Sambars, Elephant etc. within Periyar.  

There is lots to see around Thekkady for a good 2 or 3 night stay.

Distance: Kumily - 5 kms, Madurai - 145 kms, Kottayam : 115 kms, Ernakulam / Kochi - 185 kms, Munnar - 108 kms

Thekkady is typically visited as a ex-Kochi / Ex-Madurai / Weekend Getaway or as a part of a South India Itinerary covering Kerala.