Book Kochi to Kuruva Island Car Rental

The distance from Kochi to Kuruva Island is approximately 300 kilometers via NH 66 and NH 766. The journey takes around 7 to 8 hours by road. The route takes you through Thrissur, Palakkad, and climbs the scenic Thamarassery Ghat with its nine hairpin bends before reaching Wayanad.

From Kalpetta, Kuruva Island is just 26 kilometers away via Mananthavady.

Stop whenever you want along the way. Grab breakfast at Thrissur, take photos at Lakkidi viewpoint, or stretch your legs in Kalpetta town. Your driver waits while you explore, with no rush to reach the next stop.

Travel from Kochi to Kuruva Island with Kochi Wheels’ clean cars and professional drivers.

Bamboo rafting across the Kabini River tributaries takes you past dense evergreen forests and rare orchid species. The Kerala Tourism Department operates traditional bamboo rafts that glide through calm waters.

Birdwatchers come for migratory species and resident birds like Malabar hornbills and parrots. The uninhabited 950-acre river delta shelters wildlife without human disturbance, making it one of Wayanad’s prime spots for nature photography.

Trek through jungle trails and cross bamboo bridges to explore Kerala’s rainforest ecosystem. The flat forest walks suit families and casual hikers, with two freshwater lakes providing scenic rest stops along the paths.

Travel from Kochi to Kuruva Island with a driver from Kochi Wheels. Your safety comes first, from pickup to drop-off.

Kuruva Island experiences a tropical monsoon climate with heavy rainfall from June to September. The best time to visit is between October and May when the weather is pleasant and water levels in the Kabini River are safe for bamboo rafting.

The island remains closed during monsoon months due to flooding. Post-monsoon months from October to February offer lush greenery, cool temperatures, and calm water streams perfect for exploring the forest trails.