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Kerala Adventure Itinerary - December 2023

  1. Day 1: Kochi
    40 minutes (20.4 km) from Cochin International Airport

    Start your adventure by exploring the vibrant city of Kochi. Visit the Fort Kochi Beach, Chinese Fishing Nets and Mattancherry Palace in the morning, try local seafood for lunch, and then take a ferry to Vypin Island to watch the sunset.

  2. Day 2: Munnar
    4 hours 30 minutes (135 km) from Kochi

    Head to the hill station of Munnar for a day of trekking and wildlife spotting in Eravikulam National Park. Stop by the Tea Museum to learn about tea production in the region, and enjoy a relaxing evening in a tea plantation resort.

  3. Day 3: Thekkady
    3 hours 30 minutes (91.4 km) from Munnar

    Make your way to Thekkady for an early morning jungle trek in Periyar National Park to spot tigers and elephants. After lunch, take a bamboo raft ride on Periyar Lake, and visit the Kadathanadan Kalari Centre to watch a traditional martial arts performance in the evening.

  4. Day 4: Alleppey
    3 hours (138 km) from Thekkady

    Take a relaxing morning drive to Alleppey, also known as the Venice of the East, and board a traditional houseboat for a leisurely cruise through the backwaters. Enjoy a fresh seafood lunch on the boat and watch the sunset on the water.

  5. Day 5: Kovalam
    4 hours (157 km) from Alleppey

    Head to the beach town of Kovalam for a day of surfing, parasailing, and jet skiing. Enjoy a seafood lunch on the beach, visit the historic Halcyon Castle, and watch the sunset at the Lighthouse Beach.

  6. Day 6: Wayanad
    7 hours (290 km) from Kovalam

    Take a long but scenic drive to Wayanad for a day of cave exploration in the Edakkal Caves, zip lining, and wildlife spotting in the Tholpetty Wildlife Sanctuary. Relax in a treehouse resort in the evening.

  7. Day 7: Varkala
    7 hours (316 km) from Wayanad

    End your adventure in Varkala, known for its stunning cliffside beaches. Take a morning yoga class, enjoy a seafood lunch on the beach, visit the Janardanaswamy Temple, and watch the sunset at the Varkala Beach.

Recommendations

If you have extra time, consider a side trip to the Valiyaparamba Backwaters or a visit to the Athirappilly Waterfalls. For thrill-seekers, try a night safari in the Parambikulam Wildlife Sanctuary. To maximize your fun, try local street food and attend a traditional Kathakali dance performance. Don't forget to pack comfortable shoes, insect repellent, and sunscreen for your adventure.

Book your hotels and flights for Kerala Adventure at https://booking.tp.st/VhZsadPo.

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