5-Day Adventure Itinerary in Kerala

  1. Day 1: Trekking in Munnar
    3 hours (88.5 km) from Cochin

    Begin the adventure with an early morning drive to Munnar. Explore the lush green tea plantations and take a 4-hour trek to the summit of Meesapulimala Peak for a scenic view of the sunrise over the Western Ghats.

  2. Day 2: Rafting in Periyar River
    3 hours 30 mins (102.4 km) from Munnar

    Drive down to the Periyar River and experience a thrilling white water rafting adventure. After this, visit the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, one of the largest wildlife reserves in India, and go on a guided trek through the jungle.

  3. Day 3: Cycling in Wayanad
    5 hours 30 mins (175 km) from Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary

    Start the day with a scenic drive to Wayanad. Rent a bicycle and explore the rustic countryside. Visit the Edakkal Caves and take a guided trek to the top of the highest peak, Chembra. Later, stay in a treehouse in a small village amidst the forest.

  4. Day 4: Canyoning in Athirappilly
    6 hours (252 km) from Wayanad

    Drive down to Athirappilly and hike through the lush green forests to reach the Athirappilly Waterfalls. Experience the thrill of canyoning down the waterfall. Later visit the Kodanad Elephant Training Centre, where one can bathe and take care of the elephants.

  5. Day 5: Surfing in Kovalam
    8 hours (278 km) from Athirappilly

    End the adventure in Kovalam, a small beach town on the Arabian Sea. Learn to surf at Kovalam Surf Club. Later, visit the Padmanabhaswamy Temple and watch the sunset at the Lighthouse Beach.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Munnar tea plantations and trekking (4-5 hours, ₹500)
  • Periyar River rafting (3 hours, ₹1000)
  • Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary trekking (3 hours, ₹500)
  • Wayanad cycling and Edakkal Caves (6-7 hours, ₹1000)
  • Chembra Peak trekking (4-5 hours, ₹250)
  • Canyoning in Athirappilly (3-4 hours, ₹500)
  • Kodanad Elephant Training Centre (1-2 hours, ₹100)
  • Surfing in Kovalam (2-3 hours, ₹1500)
  • Total Estimated Costs: ₹5,400

Useful Tips

For those with more time, visit Fort Kochi, an ancient colonial town with a rich historical background and enjoy a traditional Kathakali dance. For those with less time, canyoning in Athirappilly and surfing in Kovalam can be skipped. Also, make sure to carry light, comfortable clothes and shoes, sunscreen, insect repellent, and a camera to capture the memories.

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