Escape to an idyllic paradise of serene backwaters, exotic wildlife, and breathtaking beaches with this premium Kerala tour package! Discover Kochi’s charming culture while exploring Munnar’s tea plantations – it will surely be an adventureful family outing!
Begin your tour of Kerala during monsoon season to experience its full splendor. Discover wildlife in Thekkady’s lush jungles, learn local history at Fort Kochi, and relax on a leisurely houseboat cruise – you won’t be disappointed!
1. Backwaters
Kerala’s backwaters – an idyllic network of rivers, canals, lakes and creeks covered with lush tropical flora – offer many enriching experiences. Traveling these tranquil waterways on board a traditional houseboat (known as kettuvalam) gives visitors an up-close glimpse into rural Keralan life; children walk narrow canoes to school while women wash pots at shore and fishermen net their catch!
Discovering the backwaters can be done via day trip by boat or on a multi-day backwater tour, including meals and accommodation in traditional houseboats. Alternatively, renting from your state’s Water Transport Department offers an economical experience.
Alappuzha and Kollam backwaters offer a more tranquil, idyllic experience than those found further south, boasting wider channels with palm-fringed scenery that make an idyllic backdrop for exploring markets, tea and spice plantations and local villages. Furthermore, monsoon season (June to August) turns this lush paradise into verdant paradise!
2. Beaches
Experience Kerala’s stunning beaches to find lasting relaxation. These captivating shorelines make a wonderful getaway for all types of travelers; whether you prefer lounging on a hammock with your book in hand, or adrenaline pumping riverboat tours; Kerala offers something to everyone here.
Kerala is home to some of the finest beaches, such as Muzhappilangad Beach – Asia’s longest drive-in beach and ideal for families. Other notable beaches in Kerala are Alappuzha Beach with its 140 year-old pier and nearby lighthouse as well as Snehatheeram Beach located in Thrissur which translates to “Shore of Love”, making it popular with couples thanks to its scenic beauty and children’s park.
Houseboat stays are an integral component of most Kerala tour packages. These floating cottages provide a truly unforgettable experience as you float peaceful waterways surrounded by swaying coconut palms. While enjoying locally prepared delicacies and listening to nature’s soothing melodies.
3. Cultural Experiences
Kerala offers visitors a stunningly vibrant culture. Festivals and traditional art forms such as Kathakali are sure to enthrall. Be sure to attend one during your trip for unforgettable costumes, dramatic storytelling and vivid performances – such as Kathakali!
Bamboo rafting can provide the thrills and adventure you crave on your Kerala vacation, gliding smoothly along the tranquil rivers of Wayanad as you admire its spectacular surroundings.
An unforgettable experience is to cruise along Alleppey’s serene backwaters on a houseboat – it offers a relaxing journey through stunning scenes featuring waterways, coconut trees and traditional villages.
Munnar offers panoramic views of lush green hills while boasting sprawling tea plantations that offers visitors panoramic views. Additionally, Munnar is known for offering premium grade spices and naturally dyed traditional textiles at competitive prices. Additionally, Eravikulam National Park near Munnar can help visitors spot exotic wildlife such as Nilgiri Tahr, as it features rolling grasslands and Shola forests spread out over 97 square kilometres.
4. Wildlife
Kerala boasts an abundant wildlife population thanks to its many sanctuaries and national parks that serve as biodiversity zones. Visitors to these natural reserves can view an array of fauna such as Asian elephants, Bengal tigers, Nilgiri Tahrs, grizzled giant squirrels and more!
Kerala’s ideal time of year to visit is between September and March when its weather is conducive to exploring. This period offers ideal conditions for nature walks, visiting tea plantations tours and engaging in other family-oriented activities like visiting tea plantations tours. Furthermore, Munnar and Wayanad hill stations like these shine with lush green tea plantations landscapes and cascading waterfalls that make an impressionful backdrop for this adventure tour of the state.
For an authentic cultural experience of Kerala’s unique cultural heritage, visiting during a festival season is highly recommended. Of particular note is Onam, Kerala’s harvest festival that celebrates unity and unique culture through vibrant parades and traditional feasts – providing an ideal opportunity to immerse yourself into local way of life!
5. Food
Kerala, with its charming culture, picturesque landscapes and soothing beaches is also famed for its mouthwatering cuisine – lighter and fresher than its northern Indian counterpart, featuring coconut as a staple ingredient.
Thattukadas, or street-side stalls, are popular throughout the region and serve delicious local delicacies such as chakka upperi and payasam, along with its signature dish pathiri (a thin roti made of rice flour stuffed with spiced mutton). All dishes are quickly and hygienically prepared while simultaneously serving customers simultaneously to guarantee hot meals arrive on your plate.
Experience Ela sadya, a traditional Kerala lunch that features up to 28 dishes served on a banana leaf, for an unforgettable dining experience! Often served at religious and ceremonial occasions in Kerala.
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