Bamboo Rafting in the Periyar Tiger Reserve in Thekkady, in the state of Kerala in India, is counted as a must do activity for nature and adventure lovers. Unlike usual water rafting, rafts made of huge bamboo sticks are used here in Periyar as an initiative to promote eco-Tourism. The Bamboo Rafting program usually begins from 8.00 am in the morning and ends with the sunset at 5.00 pm in the evening.

The entire schedule for tourists is divided into trekking into the deep forests and rafting on bamboo to navigate through the reserve. The full day program consists of a group of 15 participants- 10 tourists, one armed guard and 5 watchers. Travelers are served with breakfast, packed lunch, snacks and tea during the rafting tour. Tourists also have an option to stay in Jungle camps organized by the Kerala Forests Department, if they are willing for an extended halt in the sanctuary.

Bamboo rafting in Periyar is an experience one must have as, it offers extremely rich and bio-diverse form of Western Ghats, vibrant wild life and a panoramic view of the surrounding dense forests and hills. In case you are willing to witness the scenic and charming natural beauty of Periyar in a completely serene way, then, bamboo rafting is the exact choice for you.