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Kerala Forest Department

Forest Permit Offices

Find the correct forest office for your trekking permit. Offices are grouped by district. Always verify details before visiting as timings and fees may change.

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Kannur · Aralam Wildlife Division

Wildlife Sanctuary

Aralam Wildlife Division, Iritty

0490-2493160 · 9447979101
Mon–Sat, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Season: October to April
One of the least-visited sanctuaries in Kerala. Excellent birdwatching. Permit from office.
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Wayanad · South Wayanad Division

DFO (Divisional Forest Officer)

DFO Office, Kalpetta (South Wayanad)

04936-203428 · 8547602680
Mon–Sat, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
₹800 per person (group of 5: ₹4,000) · Max 200/day
Season: October to May
Walk-in only. Entry counter closes at 2:00 PM. Carry original ID proof. Guide mandatory — available at trailhead.

Treks covered

Chembra Peak
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Ernakulam · Nilambur North Division

DFO (Divisional Forest Officer)

DFO Office, Nilambur North

04931-220232
Mon–Sat, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Season: October to May
Gateway to the famous Nilambur teak forest. One of the oldest teak plantations in Asia.
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Idukki / Munnar

KFDC Ecotourism

KFDC Ecotourism Centre, Munnar

04865-230332 · 8289821408
Mon–Sat, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Season: October to May
Handles guided eco-trekking packages around Munnar. Advance booking recommended.
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Palakkad

KFDC Ecotourism

KFDC Ecotourism, Nelliyampathy

Mon–Sat, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Season: October to May
Guided treks through Nelliyampathy hills. Advance booking via phone or email.
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Palakkad · Silent Valley Wildlife Division

Wildlife Warden

Silent Valley Wildlife Division, Mannarkkad

Mon–Sat, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
₹150 per person · Max 50/day
Season: November to April
Strictly regulated. Permit mandatory. Guide compulsory. No plastic bags or food inside the park.

Treks covered

Silent Valley National Park
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Idukki / Munnar · Munnar Wildlife Division

Wildlife Warden

Wildlife Warden Office, Munnar

04865-231587 · 9447979093
Mon–Sat, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
₹100 per person (Rajamala/Eravikulam) · Max 300/day
Season: February to May (Nilgiri Tahr calving closure applies annually)
Eravikulam National Park closes Feb–Mar for Nilgiri Tahr calving season. Check before visiting.

Treks covered

Meesapulimala
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Thiruvananthapuram · Thiruvananthapuram Wildlife Division

Wildlife Warden

Wildlife Warden Office, Thiruvananthapuram

0471-2360762
Mon–Sat, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
₹2,500 per person · Max 100/day
Online booking available
Season: January to March only
Permits released online annually. Slots fill within minutes of release. 70 online + 30 offline slots per day.

Treks covered

Agasthyarkoodam
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Information verified from Kerala Forest Department records. Last site update: March 2025.
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