2-Day Adventure Itinerary in Kerala

  1. Day 1: Vagamon
    Distance from Cochin: 110km (3 hours)

    Start your adventure in Kerala with a trip to the hills of Vagamon, known for its scenic beauty and adventure activities. Head to Vagamon Meadows, a lush green meadow that offers paragliding and hot air balloon rides. Enjoy the stunning views of the Western Ghats from up in the air. Afterward, visit the Mundakayam Ghat, which has several trekking trails that lead to stunning waterfalls. End your day with camping at the Vagamon Hill Station, nestled among tea gardens and rolling hills.

  2. Day 2: Thekkady
    Distance from Vagamon: 73km (2 hours)

    Begin your day with an early morning hike in Periyar National Park to spot wild animals such as elephants, tigers, and leopards. Take a bamboo rafting tour along the Periyar River, where you can spot exotic birds and crocodiles. Next, visit the Chellarkovil viewpoint, which offers panoramic views of the surrounding hills and waterfalls. End your day by exploring the aromatic world of spices at Abraham's Spice Garden in Thekkady.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Vagamon Meadows - Paragliding and hot air balloon rides (2 hours, INR 20,000)
  • Mundakayam Ghat - Trekking trails and waterfalls (2 hours, free)
  • Camping at Vagamon Hill Station (1 night, INR 1,500)
  • Periyar National Park - Wildlife hike and bamboo rafting tour (4 hours, INR 2,000)
  • Chellarkovil Viewpoint - Scenic views (1 hour, free)
  • Abraham's Spice Garden - Spice tour (1 hour, INR 800)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 24,300

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can explore the backwaters of Alleppey and go on a houseboat tour. For a shorter trip, you can skip the camping at Vagamon and the spice garden tour in Thekkady. If you're short on time, consider taking a day trip to Vagamon or Periyar National Park instead of spending a night there.

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