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4-Day Nature Itinerary in Kerala for June 2023

  1. Day 1: Munnar
    3 hours 10 minutes (80 miles) from Cochin International Airport

    In the morning, visit the Eravikulam National Park which is home to the endangered Nilgiri Tahr. Afternoon can be spent exploring the tea plantations and learning about the tea-making process. In the evening, watch the sunset at the Top Station View Point.

  2. Day 2: Thekkady
    3 hours 22 minutes (87 miles) from Munnar

    In the morning, go on a nature walk through the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary where you can spot elephants, tigers, and other wildlife. In the afternoon, take a boat ride on the Periyar Lake to see the animals from a different perspective. In the evening, enjoy a Kathakali dance performance.

  3. Day 3: Alleppey
    3 hours 12 minutes (85 miles) from Thekkady

    In the morning, take a houseboat ride through the backwaters of Alleppey and see the traditional village life. In the afternoon, visit the Marari Beach and relax on the sandy shores. In the evening, take a stroll through the Alleppey Beach Park.

  4. Day 4: Wayanad
    4 hours 16 minutes (125 miles) from Alleppey

    In the morning, visit the Edakkal Caves which are famous for its prehistoric rock carvings. In the afternoon, visit the Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary which is home to elephants, tigers, and leopards. In the evening, take a walk through the Pookode Lake and enjoy the scenic views.

Recommendations

Other attractions to consider visiting are the Athirapally Waterfalls, Vagamon Hill Station, and the Chembra Peak. A side trip to Coorg in Karnataka is also highly recommended if time permits. To maximize your fun, try the local cuisine and learn about the culture of Kerala by attending a cultural event or festival. Don't forget to bring insect repellent!

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Eravikulam National Park (3 hours, INR 400)
  • Tea Plantations (2 hours, INR 200)
  • Top Station View Point (1 hour, Free)
  • Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary (3 hours, INR 500)
  • Boat Ride on Periyar Lake (2 hours, INR 200)
  • Kathakali Dance Performance (2 hours, INR 300)
  • Houseboat Ride (6 hours, INR 10,000)
  • Marari Beach (3 hours, Free)
  • Allepey Beach Park (2 hours, Free)
  • Edakkal Caves (3 hours, INR 40)
  • Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary (4 hours, INR 1000)
  • Pookode Lake (2 hours, INR 50)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 12,090
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