Know About Tribal Colonies

The Malayar,  Muthuvar and Kadar, ancient tribes co-exist peacefully in these virgin forests - subsisting on hunting, fishing, as gatherers of honey and medicinal plants in the forest. They are hospitable people, welcoming guest into their humble homes. Guests may also opt to share a meal in a tribal home – cylindrical portions of ground rice layered with coconut steamed in the hollow of a bamboo is a speciality. They may also cook freshly caught river fish in their traditional recipes handed through time immemorial.

Their lifestyles hearken back to a bygone era and they are extremely hospitable. You can come face to face with them for a while, taking in their way of life. The Rainforest resort can also arrange a visit to the tribal colony subject to prior permission from the forest department. The tribesmen will also cook you meals their way. The bamboo puttu, steamed in the hollow of a bamboo, is a must-try. Expert fishermen, these tribesmen will also readily prepare indigenous delicacies from fish freshly caught by them.