The Mangrove Trail of Malabar - Payyannur The Mangrove Trail of Malabar is a coastal Jungle trail in North Malabar located at Payyanur in Kannur district offering close up view of Aquatic, Plant and bird life. The main attraction of the Mangrove trail is the Mangrove Ecosystem, Aquatic life, bird life and the breathtaking landscape dominated by tidal creeks and waterways. This intertidal ecosystem, loosely described as the Mangrove Trail is inhabited by variety of fish, shrimps, crabs, mudskippers and some of the most sought after birds in the world. A chance encounter with a brown-winged Kingfisher, Grey headed Lapwing, Pallas's fish Eagle, Lesser Adjutant or may be Mangrove Whistler is always a possibility in the Mangrove trail. The popular sights are Myrna, Quails, Kingfisher and wildfowl’s. During rainy season, migratory birds like the Siberian cranes are sighted. If luck favours, one may come across Sea Turtles & Otters. With a unique eco system of two high tides and two low tides each day, this terrain is tough to negotiate. The muddy swamps of the Mangrove trail add ruggedness to the journey and boating in the creeks is an unforgettable experience for the discerning traveller. This place is a day tripper’s paradise and a wonderland for lens men. The tour inside the trail takes about an hour and half. This is the first Mangrove Trail in India and comes under the Malabar Mangrove Ecotourism circuit and an initiative of Malabar Ecotourism the pioneers in Mangroves Ecotourism. Refreshments are available at The Trail House in the resting zone. There is no accommodation facility in the Mangrove Trail. Visit to the Mangrove trail is only by advance reservation by telephone or email. www.keralatrip.in