Kerala in December: 2-Day Adventure Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Munnar
    90 minutes (33 miles) from Cochin International Airport

    Start your trip in the lush tea gardens of Munnar. Take a morning hike to Echo Point and hear your voice reverberate across the valley. Continue to Kundala Lake for a serene paddle boat ride among the floating forests. Visit Mattupetty Dam for picturesque views of the rolling hills and spot elephants on a guided jeep safari in the nearby Shola National Park. End your day with a cup of freshly brewed local tea and an overnight stay at a guest house.

  2. Day 2: Wayanad
    4 hours (135 miles) from Munnar

    Travel to the lush forests of Wayanad and start your day with a moderate trek in the Chembra Peak to witness the heart-shaped Chembra Lake. Visit the Edakkal Caves to explore the prehistoric carvings and learn about the local tribal culture. Take a thrilling river rafting ride along the Kabini River and spot wildlife at the Nagarhole National Park. End your day with a campfire dinner and an overnight stay in a tent.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Echo Point (1 hour)
  • Kundala Lake (2 hours, 500 INR)
  • Mattupetty Dam (1.5 hours, 300 INR)
  • Shola National Park Safari (3 hours, 2000 INR)
  • Chembra Peak Trek (3 hours, 700 INR)
  • Edakkal Caves (2 hours, 100 INR)
  • Kabini River Rafting (2 hours, 1500 INR)
  • Tent Stay (2000 INR)
  • Total Estimated Costs: 7100 INR

Useful Tips

If you have more time, add a visit to the pristine beaches of Kovalam in Thiruvananthapuram. You can also explore the colonial history of Fort Kochi and take a scenic boat ride to see the Chinese fishing nets. If you have less time, skip the Kundala Lake boat ride and the Kabini River rafting experience.

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