Family & Fun
Parassinikkadavu Snake Park
A well-known reptile park by the Muthappan temple, home to cobras, kraits and a king cobra.
- 33.3 km from Nesma Palace
- 41 min drive
- Best: October to March
- Ideal for families and children
- Distance from Nesma Palace
- 33.3 km
- Drive time
- 41 min
- Best time
- October to March
- Time to allow
- 1 to 2 hours
- Category
- Family & Fun
- Ideal for
- Families and children
About Parassinikkadavu Snake Park
The Parassinikkadavu snake park sits right beside the Muthappan temple on the Valapattanam river. It is one of the better-known reptile parks in the region, with a collection that includes cobras, kraits, vipers and a king cobra, along with non-venomous snakes and other small animals.
There are snake-handling shows through the day, and the park does real work in awareness and conservation. It pairs naturally with the temple and Vismaya park close by.
Things to see and do
The reptile collection
Cobras, kraits, vipers and a king cobra, plus non-venomous snakes and other animals.
Snake shows
Handling demonstrations run at set times through the day and are the main draw for most visitors.
Right by the temple
It sits next to the Muthappan temple, so the two are easy to combine.
Best time and tips
October to March. Check show timings when you arrive.
- Check the timings of the snake-handling shows.
- It is good for children, but keep them with you around the enclosures.
- Combine it with the Muthappan temple next door and Vismaya park.
- There is a small entry fee.
Local tip
Three minutes from the Muthappan temple: catch the evening Theyyam on the way back.
Getting there
The drive from Nesma Palace
Road route and geography © OpenStreetMap contributors
By road from the hotel
33.3 km · about 41 min
- Time to allow there
- 1 to 2 hours
- Starting point
- Nesma Palace, Mattannur
- Flying in
- Kannur International Airport is 7.8 km from the hotel, about 10 minutes by road
Plan your stay
Stay 41 min away at Nesma Palace
The snake park is about 41 minutes from Nesma Palace and slots into a Parassinikkadavu day with the temple and water park.
Nesma Palace is a 4-star hotel in Mattannur, 7.8 km from Kannur International Airport, and an easy base for exploring Kannur.
Nearby places to explore
Parassinikkadavu Muthappan Temple
3.2 km · 7 min from Snake Park
Vismaya Water Theme Park
1.3 km · 3 min from Snake Park
Rajarajeswara Temple, Taliparamba
9.2 km · 12 min from Snake Park
Make a day of it · Full day
Theyyam & Temples
North Malabar’s ritual heartland, a serpent shrine, daily Theyyam on the riverbank, and the great Shiva temple at Taliparamba.
Nesma Palace, Mattannur
22.9 km · 24 min drive
Peralassery Sree Subrahmanya Temple29.9 km · 35 min drive
Parassinikkadavu Muthappan Temple3.2 km · 7 min drive
Parassinikkadavu Snake Park (you are here)
9.2 km · 12 min drive
Rajarajeswara Temple, Taliparamba
Frequently asked questions
What is at Parassinikkadavu snake park?
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A reptile collection including cobras, kraits, vipers and a king cobra, with snake-handling shows through the day and a focus on awareness and conservation.
Is the snake park good for children?
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Yes, children usually enjoy the shows and enclosures. Keep them close around the exhibits, and check the show timings on arrival.
Where to stay near Parassinikkadavu snake park?
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Nesma Palace in Mattannur is about 41 minutes away, central to the Parassinikkadavu temple, snake park and Vismaya water park.