6-Day Kerala Nature Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary
    3 hours (110 km) from Calicut International Airport

    Start your Kerala nature adventure with a visit to the Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary. Explore the lush green forests and spot majestic elephants, tigers, and leopards. Take a guided tour to learn about the flora and fauna of the region.

  2. Day 2: Munnar Tea Plantations
    4 hours (120 km) from Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary

    Drive to Munnar to see the expansive tea plantations spread across the hillside. Take a tour to understand the process of local tea making. Enjoy the cool, misty climate and beautiful landscapes.

  3. Day 3: Periyar National Park
    3 hours 30 minutes (110 km) from Munnar Tea Plantations

    Take a boat ride on Periyar Lake and spot elephants, tigers, and other animals in their natural habitat. Go on a jungle trek to explore the flora and fauna or take a bamboo rafting trip down the lake.

  4. Day 4: Alleppey Backwaters
    4 hours (150 km) from Periyar National Park

    Cruise down the serene and picturesque backwaters of Alleppey while enjoying the natural beauty of the area. Stay overnight on a traditional houseboat and enjoy local cuisine as you drift along the waterways.

  5. Day 5: Varkala Cliff Beach
    3 hours (100 km) from Alleppey Backwaters

    Relax at the stunning cliff-top Varkala beach surrounded by palm trees and enjoy the warm waters of the Arabian Sea. Take a leisurely stroll to explore the nearby Janardhan Swamy Temple and enjoy the sunset.

  6. Day 6: Athirapilly Waterfalls
    5 hours (145 km) from Varkala Cliff Beach

    End your Kerala nature sojourn with a visit to the Athirapilly waterfalls, famously known as the "Niagara of India." Marvel at the water cascading down from a height of 80 ft and relax in the natural surroundings before departing from Kochi International Airport, which is 2 hours (60 km) away.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary (4-6 hours, INR 400)
  • Munnar Tea Plantations (4-6 hours, INR 500)
  • Periyar National Park (4-6 hours, INR 500)
  • Alleppey Backwaters Houseboat (1 night, INR 8000-12000)
  • Varkala Cliff Beach (4-6 hours, free)
  • Athirapilly Waterfalls (3-4 hours, INR 20)
  • Total Estimated Costs (excluding accommodation): INR 9,420-13,220

Useful Tips

If you have more time, explore the beautiful hill station of Wayanad or spend a few days at one of the luxury houseboats in Alleppey. To shorten the trip, skip Munnar or Varkala Cliff Beach and spend more time in other locations. While visiting Periyar National Park, book a guided trek and bamboo rafting in advance.

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