from ₹1,500 / night
Budget
Morning Bells Homestay
A budget family homestay 4 km from Edakkal Caves, with campfire and home-cooked food.
Jungle-side cottages at Muthanga, minutes from the wildlife safari gate.
from ₹2,500 · direct host rate, checked Nov 2026
Wild Tusker Resort is a jungle-side stay near Muthanga Wildlife Sanctuary, best for travellers who want an early morning safari without a long drive. The cottages are deluxe and non-AC, with attached bathrooms and hot water.
Room service, a safari wake-up call and home-style Kerala food make the early start easy, and safari tickets can be arranged at actuals. Edakkal Caves and Kuruva Island are easy day trips from here.
| Room or unit | Direct tariff |
|---|---|
| Cottage (double occupancy) | from ₹2,500 / night |
| Extra person with food | from ₹1,000 / night |
Tariffs are indicative and were checked in November 2026. Rates change with season, occupancy and meal plan - confirm the final price on WhatsApp before you pay anything.
Safari tickets are arranged at actuals; the jeep costs extra.
Breakfast is included in most plans; lunch and dinner on request.
Yes, with valid ID.
October to May for safari; monsoon for jungle greenery.
from ₹1,500 / night
Budget
A budget family homestay 4 km from Edakkal Caves, with campfire and home-cooked food.
from ₹2,000 / night
Groups
A two-bedroom cottage and a 12-bed dormitory on two acres near Edakkal Caves, with a natural pool.
from ₹2,500 / night
Tea estate
A five-bedroom homestay surrounded by tea estates, minutes from Edakkal Caves.
One local team, 18 verified stays and no commission markup. Message us on WhatsApp and we will reply with availability and the best direct rate.