Kuruva Island is situated on the
tributaries of the river Kabani and is a fabulous picnic spot. Its serene
silence and wide expanse of the evergreen forest leaves you astonishing. This
island is isolated but an array of uncommon species of birds, herbs and orchids
are the monarchs of Kuruva Island.
It is located 17 km from
Mananthavady, Kuruva Island is a vast island of 950 acres abundantly rich with
green forest. The Kabini river splits into two with Kuruva dweep
between it and then join again.This two
tributaries of the Kabini river – Panamaram and Mananthavady provide options
for bamboo rafting and boat rides. The main
attraction is a nature walk. There are designated areas and paths in the island
for the walk. The island is inhabited and hence an
ideal spot for sight seeing. It is very far from the turbulence of city life
making it an exotic place for visitors to relax and enjoy the beauty of the
nature. It is closed during monsoon (June to September).
How to Reach:
Nearest Railway Station : Kozhikode,
about 97 kms by road from Sulthan Bathery and Mananthavady .
Nearest Airport : Karipur
International Airport, Kozhikode, nearly 120 kms from Sulthan Bathery.
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