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Five-Day Nature Itinerary in South Kerala in June 2023

  1. Day 1: Periyar National Park
    3 hours (89 miles) from Cochin International Airport

    Start your day early and embark on a jungle safari through the Periyar National Park. You can spot animals like the Indian elephant, Bengal tiger, Indian bison, and sambar deer. Afternoon, go for a guided nature walk through the jungle, and in the evening, enjoy a boat ride on Periyar Lake.

  2. Day 2: Alleppey Backwaters
    3 hours (87 miles) from Periyar National Park

    Begin the day by boating through the beautiful and serene backwaters of Alleppey. Visit Pathiramanal Island, a bird sanctuary, and enjoy bird watching. In the afternoon, enjoy fresh seafood at a local restaurant, and in the evening, relax on the beach.

  3. Day 3: Munnar Tea Plantations
    4 hours (101 miles) from Alleppey Backwaters

    Explore the stunning tea plantations of Munnar and learn about the production of tea. Visit the Tea Museum, take a guided tour of the plantations, and enjoy a cup of tea. In the afternoon, hike to the top of the Echo Point, and in the evening, visit the local markets to buy souvenirs.

  4. Day 4: Varkala Beach
    4.5 hours (123 miles) from Munnar Tea Plantations

    Start your day by relaxing on the beautiful Varkala Beach. Visit the nearby Janardana Swami Temple and the Sivagiri Mutt. In the afternoon, indulge in some water sports activities like surfing or jet-skiing, and in the evening, watch the mesmerizing sunset at the beach.

  5. Day 5: Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary
    2 hours (33 miles) from Varkala Beach

    Embark on a bird-watching tour at the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary. You can spot migratory birds like the Siberian Crane and the Kingfisher. In the afternoon, take a relaxing boat ride through the backwaters and enjoy the scenic beauty. In the evening, try some traditional Keralite cuisine at a local restaurant.

Recommendations

If you have an extra day, you can consider visiting the Kovalam Beach, Thekkady, or the Athirapally Waterfalls. Do not forget to try the local Keralite cuisine like Appam, Puttu, and fish curry. You can also buy some spices and tea from the local markets as souvenirs.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Periyar National Park (1 day, INR 2,000)
  • Alleppey Backwaters (1 day, INR 3,000)
  • Munnar Tea Plantations (1 day, INR 2,500)
  • Varkala Beach (1 day, INR 2,000)
  • Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary (1 day, INR 2,500)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 12,500
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