5-Day Adventure Itinerary in Kerala

  1. Day 1: Munnar Tea Plantations
    3 hours (100 km) from Cochin

    Explore the lush green Munnar Tea Plantations and learn about the tea-making process. Go trekking in the surrounding hills for breathtaking views of the valley.

  2. Day 2: Periyar National Park
    3.5 hours (110 km) from Munnar

    Visit Periyar National Park and enjoy a jungle safari to spot exotic wildlife such as tigers and elephants. Take a boat ride in the serene Periyar Lake and see the animals up close.

  3. Day 3: Athirapally Waterfalls and Vazhachal Forest Gardens
    4.5 hours (145 km) from Periyar National Park

    Explore the stunning waterfalls of Athirapally and Vazhachal Forest Gardens. Go trekking in the surrounding forests amidst the pristine environment, home to an array of wildlife and bird species.

  4. Day 4: Kovalam Beach
    5 hours (170 km) from Athirapally Waterfalls and Vazhachal Forest Gardens

    Relax at the iconic Kovalam Beach, one of the top beaches in Kerala. Go paragliding or jet skiing, or simply soak up the sun on the white sandy beach.

  5. Day 5: Varkala Beach
    2.5 hours (60 km) from Kovalam Beach

    Visit the picturesque Varkala beach and enjoy the scenic views of the Arabian Sea. Take a dip in the natural hot springs and explore the ancient Janardhana Swamy Temple.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Munnar Tea Plantations (2 hours, free)
  • Periyar National Park (5 hours, INR 450 for Indians, INR 1500 for foreigners)
  • Athirapally Waterfalls and Vazhachal Forest Gardens (4 hours, INR 40 for Indians, INR 80 for foreigners)
  • Kovalam Beach (3 hours, free)
  • Varkala Beach (3 hours, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 2070 for Indians, INR 3080 for foreigners.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider visiting the backwaters of Alleppey or Kumarakom for a romantic boat ride amidst lush greenery.

If you have less time, skip Varkala beach and spend more time at Kovalam beach, or skip Athirapally waterfalls and Vazhachal Forest Gardens and spend the day at the serene backwaters of Kumarakom.

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