The next time you’ve had it with the concrete jungle rut, say goodbye to city drama, and hello to the boundless peace that could be yours at The Vanya Tree House in Thekkady. A single tree on the face of the hill is home to this tree house, tucked away in the dense forest of the Western Ghats. With 10 acres of giant trees and plantations, the tree house is also located just next to Periyar Wildlife Park, in a safe pace where the trappings of city life can’t touch you.

The tree house is the perfect place to leave behind your city blues and explore your earthy roots. Your journey begins at jeep ride from Greenwoods Resort to a traditional ‘MannanKudi’ mud hut made by the indigenous Manna tribes of the region where you can experience the feeling of truly living off the land. From the hut begins your one kilometre trek into the wilderness to find your treetop accommodation. You’re be outfitted with a a basic survival kit including leech socks, a compass, a rope and a pair of binoculars so you can keep an eye out for all the fascinating flora and fauna on your way.

At the end of this peaceful trek lies your final destination, nestled high in the trees. Refresh with coconut water and traditional snacks served in clay utensils before heading up to the simply decorated room where you can look out on the natural wonders below. This is the perfect retreat for people who need to get away from the daily grind and want a reminder of the simpler joys of life, so next time you’re planning a long weekend you know where you need to be.

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