Set in the lofty ranges of Western Ghats, Wayand is a beautiful land of Paddy fields, coffee and pepper plantations sprawling between picturesque hills and lovely valleys covered with wild trees like rose-wood, Artocarpus (Anjili), Erthrina (Mullumurikku), and several species of Caussia. The presence of these wild trees gives the landscapes of Wayanad a look of wilderness. The places to visit and enjoy this wild beauty are,

Muthenga and Tholpetty are the two wildlife sanctuaries here. Muthanga sanctuary is adjacent Bhandipur Sanctuary in Tamilnadu. Teaming with elephants this sanctuary is a haven for wildlife during the scorching summer. Herds of elephants move to Muthenga from Bhandipur, during this period in search of shade and water.

Thirunelly Vishnu Temple one of the oldest temples in South India, is known as Southern Kasi. River Papanasini is near here. River Kabani, a major tributary of Legendary Caveri, also originates from the thick forest of 5276 ft high Brahmagiri hills near here.

Pakshipathalam in the Brahmagiri valley is a natural nesting site for birds including many rare species.

Pookodu Lake a major tourist hub in the district is a natural lake tucked away in the hills providing paddling facilities on country boats.

The tomb of Pazhassi Raja, who died a martyr's death in the hands of British, rests here at Mananthavady.

Edakkal Caves in Ambalavayal contains some of the pre-historical writings, so the Archeologists reason!

Getting here
The nearest airport is Calicut, 109 km from Kalpetta, the district headquarters. The NH 212 (Kozhikode-Mysore) passes via Kalpetta and Sulthan Bathery. KSRTC Bus Station in Sulthan Bathery operates round-the-clock services to Kozhikode sector. There are Buses to Bangalore and Mysore also from Sulthan Bathery and Kalpetta. Interiors of the district are connected to Kalpetta and Sulthan Bathery. Mananthavady is also connected to Kalpetta, Sulthan Bathery and Kozhikode.