2-Day Itinerary "Adventure" in Kochi in May 2023

  1. Day 1: Explore the City's Cultural Heritage
    20 minutes (9.5 km) from Kochi International Airport

    Start your adventure by exploring the historical and cultural landmarks that Kochi has to offer. Begin at the Hill Palace Museum, a 19th-century palace-turned-museum that houses a vast collection of artifacts from the Kochi royal family. Next, visit the Mattancherry Palace, also known as the Dutch Palace, which features stunning murals and exhibits showcasing the art and culture of Kerala. From there, head to the Jewish Synagogue, the oldest active synagogue in the Commonwealth of Nations, built in 1568. Finally, end your day with a visit to the Chinese Fishing Nets, a unique method of fishing that was introduced by Chinese explorers in the 14th century.

  2. Day 2: Explore the Outdoors
    30 minutes (16 km) from your accommodation

    Start your day with a visit to the Athirapally Waterfalls, one of the largest waterfalls in Kerala, surrounded by lush greenery and wildlife. Take a dip in the natural pool at the bottom of the falls after a walk through the dense forest. Then, head to the Thattekad Bird Sanctuary, a haven for birdwatchers, with over 300 species of birds, including the Malabar grey hornbill and the Indian pitta. Finally, try your hand at kayaking through the calm waters of the Mangalavanam Bird Sanctuary, a picturesque nature reserve in the heart of Kochi.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Hill Palace Museum (2 hours, INR 30)
  • Mattancherry Palace (1.5 hours, INR 5)
  • Jewish Synagogue (1 hour, INR 5)
  • Chinese Fishing Nets (1 hour, INR 50 for a boat ride)
  • Athirapally Waterfalls (3 hours, INR 75)
  • Thattekad Bird Sanctuary (2 hours, INR 40)
  • Mangalavanam Bird Sanctuary Kayaking (1.5 hours, INR 500)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 705
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