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Kerala Adventure Itinerary - October 2024

  1. Day 1: Cochin Fort Kochi
    1 hour (20 miles) from Cochin International Airport

    Explore the historical Fort Kochi and visit the St. Francis Church. Head to the Chinese Fishing Nets to see the local fisherman in action. End the day with a Kathakali Dance performance.

  2. Day 2: Munnar Tea Estates
    4.5 hours (88 miles) from Cochin Fort Kochi

    Embark on a trek through the lush green Munnar Tea Estates. Visit the Mattupetty Dam for a stunning view of the surrounding hills and forests. End the day with a visit to the Tea Museum.

  3. Day 3: Periyar National Park
    3.5 hours (86 miles) from Munnar Tea Estates

    Go on a full-day jungle safari in Periyar National Park to spot wild animals like tigers and elephants. Take a boat ride on Periyar Lake. Learn about spice cultivation at the Spice Plantation.

  4. Day 4: Varkala Beach
    4 hours (97 miles) from Periyar National Park

    Relax and enjoy the sun and sand at Varkala Beach. Take a dip in the Arabian Sea. Visit the nearby Sivagiri Mutt and Janardana Swami Temple.

  5. Day 5: Kovalam Beach
    2 hours (43 miles) from Varkala Beach

    Spend the day at the popular Kovalam Beach. Try some adventurous water sports like surfing and parasailing. Visit the nearby Vizhinjam Lighthouse and Marine Aquarium.

  6. Day 6: Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary
    6.5 hours (183 miles) from Kovalam Beach

    Take a jeep safari in the Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary. Trek to the Chembra Peak for a panoramic view of the mountains and valleys. Visit the Edakkal Caves to see ancient rock art.

  7. Day 7: Alleppey Backwaters
    6.5 hours (170 miles) from Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary

    Take a leisurely boat ride on the serene Alleppey Backwaters. Explore the Kuttanad region known as the "Rice Bowl of Kerala." Visit the nearby Ambalapuzha Sree Krishna Temple.

Recommendations

Consider a side trip to the beautiful Athirapally Falls. Don't miss the delicious local cuisine, especially the seafood and beef dishes. To maximize your fun, try some Ayurvedic treatments and yoga classes. Kerala is also famous for its colourful festivals, so look out for any celebrations during your visit.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Cochin Fort Kochi (1 day, £5)
  • Munnar Tea Estates (1 day, £10)
  • Periyar National Park (1 day, £20)
  • Varkala Beach (1 day, £5)
  • Kovalam Beach (1 day, £10)
  • Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary (1 day, £15)
  • Alleppey Backwaters (1 day, £25)
  • Total Estimated Costs: £80
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