10-Day Camper Van Trip Itinerary: Taliparamba to Trivandrum for 7 People

Day 1: Departure from Taliparamba & Kozhikode Exploration

Morning: Begin your journey early from Taliparamba and drive south towards Kozhikode. Enjoy scenic stops along the way for breakfast and photos.

Afternoon: Explore Kozhikode Beach and visit the historic Mananchira Square. Lunch at a local restaurant known for authentic Malabar cuisine.

Evening: Relax at the Kadalundi Bird Sanctuary for sunset views. Set up your camper van stay nearby.

Day 2: Kozhikode to Wayanad

Morning: Drive towards Wayanad. Stop at Soochipara Waterfalls for some light trekking and nature immersion.

Afternoon: Visit the Pookode Lake for boating and picnic lunch.

Evening: Explore the local Wayanad markets and settle in a camping spot surrounded by nature.

Day 3: Wayanad Sightseeing

Morning: Early morning visit to Edakkal Caves to see ancient petroglyphs.

Afternoon: Head to the Banasura Sagar Dam, enjoy the largest earth dam in India with boating options.

Evening: Bonfire and dinner at the campsite with group activities.

Day 4: Wayanad to Mysore

Morning: Depart towards Mysore crossing the Karnataka border.

Afternoon: Visit the majestic Mysore Palace and have lunch nearby.

Evening: Stroll through the Brindavan Gardens and watch the musical fountain show.

Day 5: Mysore to Coorg

Morning: Head to Coorg, the "Scotland of India". Stop for coffee at a plantation en route.

Afternoon: Explore Abbey Falls and enjoy lunch at a local Coorgi restaurant.

Evening: Relax in the camper van site surrounded by hills or visit the Raja’s Seat viewpoint.

Day 6: Coorg Adventure and Exploration

Morning: Early trek or nature walk in Tibetan Monastery and surrounding trails.

Afternoon: Visit Nisargadhama Island for boating and picnicking.

Evening: Group cooking or local cultural experience at campsite.

Day 7: Coorg to Wayanad (Back to Kerala)

Morning: Drive back towards Wayanad. Stop at local spice farms for a guided tour.

Afternoon: Relax at Bandipur National Park outskirts with possible wildlife sightings from the camper.

Evening: Camp near Wayanad town and prepare for the next leg.

Day 8: Wayanad to Palakkad

Morning: Depart early for Palakkad, visiting Parambikulam Wildlife Sanctuary along the way if time permits.

Afternoon: Explore the Malampuzha Dam and Gardens relaxing by the water.

Evening: Evening walk in Palakkad town and local dinner.

Day 9: Palakkad to Kollam

Morning: Drive to Kollam via scenic routes along the Western Ghats.

Afternoon: Visit Ashtamudi Lake for backwater cruising experience.

Evening: Enjoy a seafood dinner and evening walk on Kollam Beach.

Day 10: Kollam to Trivandrum & Departure

Morning: Depart for Trivandrum. Option to visit the Padmanabhaswamy Temple before checking into the camper van park.

Afternoon: Relax at Kovalam Beach and enjoy lunch at beachside cafes.

Evening: Wrap up the trip with a group dinner and final sunset viewing at Kovalam.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Kozhikode Beach: 2 hours, ₹0 (public beach)
• Mananchira Square: 1.5 hours, ₹0
• Kadalundi Bird Sanctuary: 2 hours, ₹50 per person
• Soochipara Waterfalls: 2 hours, ₹20 per vehicle entry
• Pookode Lake: 2 hours boating, ₹100 per person
• Edakkal Caves: 3 hours, ₹30 per person
• Banasura Sagar Dam: 3 hours, ₹50 boating per person
• Mysore Palace: 2 hours, ₹70 per person
• Brindavan Gardens: 2 hours, ₹20 per person
• Abbey Falls: 1.5 hours, ₹30 per person
• Raja’s Seat: 1 hour, ₹25 per person
• Tibetan Monastery: 2 hours, ₹0
• Nisargadhama Island: 2 hours, ₹60 per person
• Spice Farm Tour: 1.5 hours, ₹100 per person
• Malampuzha Dam and Gardens: 2 hours, ₹20 per person
• Ashtamudi Lake Cruise: 2 hours, ₹150 per person
• Padmanabhaswamy Temple: 1 hour, free (donations optional)
• Kovalam Beach: 3 hours, ₹0

Total Estimated Cost: Approximately ₹55,000 - ₹60,000 (including food, fuel, and admission for 7 people)

Tips

To extend the trip, consider adding extra days in Wayanad or Coorg to enjoy longer hikes or more village homestays, ideal for travelers who love nature and culture immersion. For those preferring a shorter trip, you could reduce days spent in Mysore and Kollam, focusing instead on Kerala’s highlights for a tighter 6-7 day itinerary without losing the core experiences.