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Kerala Nature Tour in June 2023

  1. Day 1: Munnar
    2 hours 30 minutes (70 miles) from Cochin International Airport

    Morning: Start your day with a visit to the Eravikulam National Park, home to the endangered Nilgiri Tahr and various species of flora. Afternoon: Head to the Mattupetty Dam and enjoy the scenic view of the surrounding hills and tea plantations. Take a boat ride in the lake and enjoy the cool breeze. Evening: Visit the Tea Museum to learn about the history and process of tea-making in Munnar.

  2. Day 2: Thekkady
    2 hours 50 minutes (90 miles) from Munnar

    Morning: Visit the Periyar National Park and Wildlife Sanctuary and take a boat ride to see the animals in their natural habitat. Afternoon: Visit the Spice Plantation and learn about the various spices grown in the region. Evening: Take a walk through the bustling streets of Kumily and soak in the local culture.

  3. Day 3: Alleppey
    3 hours 20 minutes (97 miles) from Thekkady

    Morning: Head to the Alleppey Backwaters and take a houseboat ride through the serene canals. Enjoy the lush greenery and the traditional Keralan lunch served on board. Afternoon: Visit the Marari Beach and relax on the sandy shores. Evening: Take a walk through the Alleppey Beach Park and enjoy the sunset.

  4. Day 4: Wayanad
    6 hours (210 miles) from Alleppey

    Morning: Visit the Edakkal Caves and marvel at the ancient rock paintings and carvings. Afternoon: Trek to the Chembra Peak and enjoy the panoramic view of the surrounding hills and forests. Evening: Visit the Soochipara Falls and take a dip in the refreshing waters.

Recommendations

If you have extra time, consider visiting the Athirappilly Falls in Thrissur, the Varkala Beach in Thiruvananthapuram or the Bekal Fort in Kasaragod. Side trips to neighboring states like Tamil Nadu or Karnataka are also possible. To maximize your fun, try the local cuisine and attend cultural events like Kathakali performances or temple festivals. Don't forget to bring comfortable walking shoes and light clothing for the hot and humid weather.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Eravikulam National Park (4 hours, INR 120)
  • Mattupetty Dam (2 hours, INR 20)
  • Tea Museum (1 hour, INR 75)
  • Periyar National Park and Wildlife Sanctuary (4 hours, INR 335)
  • Spice Plantation (2 hours, INR 200)
  • Houseboat ride (5 hours, INR 10,000)
  • Marari Beach (3 hours, free)
  • Edakkal Caves (3 hours, INR 40)
  • Chembra Peak (4 hours, INR 750)
  • Soochipara Falls (2 hours, INR 50)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 11,605 ($150)
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