AGASTHYAVANAM BIOLOGICAL PARK (ABP)

The ABP, extending over an area of 23 Sq. Km, Is a center of ex-situ and in-situ conservation efforts. The park is named after the Agasthyarkoodam, the second highest peak in the state.

1. Attractions
   The peak looms over the park in regal wist-wrapped splendour. A major center for conservation and nature education, ABP offers recreational facilities such as trekking in the wilderness, videography and bird watching.
   
   

2. How to reach:
   Head quarters: Kottur. 35 KM from the Trivandrum city, 45 Kms from the International Airport, Trivandrum. Trivandrum Central Railway station and the state owned interstate, interdistrict, and local bus station are lying closely on the two sides of the National Highway NH. 47 .Kottur is accessible by road from Triandrum via Pangode, kattakada, Paruthipally (35 Km.)
   
   

3. Where to stay:
   Accommodation is available in the local lodges. Forest Rest House at Neyyar Dam, which is 12 km away from Kottur. Rates varies from Rs 100-450 / per double room. The Agasthya rest House (KTDC) is located at Neyyar dam with a beer parlour. Taxies are available for local journey.
   
   Emergency Help: Asst. Warden, ABP Office: 0471 2272182
   
   

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Contact Address: 
The Wildlife Warden, Agasthyavanam Biological Park, 
Rajeev Gandhi Nagar, Vattiyourkavu.P.O.
Trivandrum 695013
Phone: 0471 2368607