Located near the Periyar Wildlife sanctuary, Kanjirappally Estate is a perfect place to explore wildlife while experiencing a typical Kerala home life first hand on a working cardamom, coffee and spice plantation. Get well-informed about local spices, visit noisy cardamom auctions (season permitting) or trek through the forests at the edge of the reserve, returning in the evening to delicious home cooked Keralan cuisine. The owners, Mathew and Gita, are fascinating hosts, who are happy to share their insight into the local area, and will happily escort you on a tour of their plantation, as well as taking you on bird watching excursions.