Periyar National Park

Periyar National Park is a national park or wildlife area in Kerala. National park and wildlife sanctuary in Kerala, India. The most comfortable months to visit are Dec to Mar.

Quick answer: The best time to visit Periyar National Park (Kerala) is Dec–Mar, based on average temperature and rainfall. Plan about 2 days. Budget roughly ₹2,500 to ₹14,000 per person per day for stay, food and local travel, from budget to premium.
StateKerala
Best timeDec–Mar
Ideal stay2 days
Budget per day₹2,500 – ₹14,000

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Best time to visit Periyar National Park

Dark months are the best time to go.

Based on average temperature and rainfall, the most comfortable months are Dec to Mar.

This is an automatic summary. Place data from Wikidata (CC0); best months estimated from NASA POWER climate data. A fuller guide is coming.

Budget is per person per day for stay, food and local travel, from budget to premium. Prices, timings and conditions change, so confirm before you travel. Last reviewed 7 November 2026.

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