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7-Day Adventure Itinerary in Kerala

  1. Day 1: Athirapally Waterfalls
    1 hour (34 km) from Cochin International Airport

    In the morning, hike to the top of the waterfall for panoramic views. In the afternoon, take a refreshing swim at the base of the waterfall. In the evening, enjoy the sunset over the waterfall.

  2. Day 2: Periyar National Park
    3.5 hours (140 km) from Athirapally Waterfalls

    In the morning, go on a jungle trek and spot exotic wildlife. Have lunch in a local restaurant. In the afternoon, take a boat ride on Periyar Lake and see elephants, tigers and other animals. In the evening, take a cooking class to learn to make traditional Kerala cuisine.

  3. Day 3: Vagamon Paragliding
    4 hours (125 km) from Periyar National Park

    In the morning, go paragliding over the lush green hills and tea plantations of Vagamon. Have lunch in a local restaurant. In the afternoon, visit the Vagamon Pine Forest to relax and enjoy nature. In the evening, explore the local markets and try some street food.

  4. Day 4: Alleppey Backwaters
    3 hours (95 km) from Vagamon Paragliding

    In the morning, take a private houseboat and explore the serene backwaters of Alleppey. Have lunch on the houseboat. In the afternoon, visit the Alleppey Beach and relax on the sandy shores. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Kathakali dance performance.

  5. Day 5: Munnar Tea Plantations
    4 hours (155 km) from Alleppey Backwaters

    In the morning, visit the lush green tea plantations of Munnar and learn about tea-making processes. Have lunch in a local restaurant. In the afternoon, go on a nature walk in the Eravikulam National Park. In the evening, enjoy the sunset over the tea plantations.

  6. Day 6: Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary
    6 hours (260 km) from Munnar Tea Plantations

    In the morning, go on a safari tour in the Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary and spot wild elephants, tigers and other animals. Have lunch in a local restaurant. In the afternoon, visit the Edakkal Caves to see prehistoric rock art. In the evening, relax at your hotel or go for a walk in the local market.

  7. Day 7: Kovalam Beach
    7.5 hours (345 km) from Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary

    In the morning, relax on the sandy shores of Kovalam Beach. Have lunch in a local restaurant. In the afternoon, go on a boat ride to the nearby Poovar Island. In the evening, enjoy a sunset view from the Lighthouse Beach.

Recommendations

Don't forget to try the local cuisine at each location and shop for local souvenirs. You can also trek to the top of Chembra Peak in Wayanad if you have an extra day. Book your hotel and flight through https://booking.tp.st/VhZsadPo.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Athirapally Waterfalls (3 hours, £10)
  • Periyar National Park (1 day, £30)
  • Vagamon Paragliding (4 hours, £40)
  • Alleppey Backwaters (1 day, £50)
  • Munnar Tea Plantations (1 day, £40)
  • Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary (1 day, £30)
  • Kovalam Beach (1 day, £20)
  • Total Estimated Costs: £220
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