The Edakkal Caves are a masterpiece of intricate stone carvings dating back to the Neolithic and Mesolithic ages. On this UNESCO World Heritage Site, visitors can experience the power of mini trekking and the petroglyphs of the caves. The caves are two natural formations believed to have formed a large fissure in the boulder. Thus, it got the name Edakkal, which means stone situated in between. Situated in the Ambukuthi Hills, these caves allow tourists to enjoy a trekking expedition to explore the caves. Here, it takes about an hour to reach the top of the hill and you will feel the way up steeply as you go up. You can stop for refreshments at stalls present on either side of the steep trek and enjoy brilliant views of the scenery.

On the way to the caves, the aroma emanating from the coffee plantations gives you a new experience that you will never forget. The caves are somewhat of a treasure for historians and archaeologists, who come here to study the exquisite carvings closely. Historically, the caves were discovered by the Malabar District Superintendent of Police Fred Fawcett in 1890 during his one of the hunting trips to Wayanad.