Thekkady Spice and Ayurvedic Garden

Thekkady's spice and Ayurvedic gardens let visitors walk through working plots of cardamom, pepper, nutmeg, and clove alongside beds of medicinal plants used in traditional Ayurveda. Guides explain cultivation methods and the uses of each plant, often letting visitors smell or taste fresh spices along the way. The educational format suits travelers wanting a slower, hands on complement to the reserve's wildlife focused activities. Several such gardens operate around Kumily, each offering a similar guided format.