Phantom Rock

Phantom Rock looms over a valley near Ambalavayal, its unusual skull like silhouette giving the site its name and marking it out from Wayanad's more conventional viewpoints. The formation draws a smaller crowd than the district's headline attractions, appealing particularly to travellers seeking a less touristy stop with a distinctive visual payoff. Combined with its proximity to the Wayanad Heritage Museum, it makes for an easy pairing on a day focused on the Ambalavayal side of the district.