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4-Day Adventure Itinerary for Kerala in June 2023

  1. Day 1: Wayanad
    3 hours 40 minutes (114 km) from Calicut International Airport

    Start your adventure in the lush greenery of Wayanad, a district in Kerala known for its forests, waterfalls and wildlife. Start the morning with a trek to Chembra peak, the highest peak in the district, to catch the sunrise. After breakfast, head to Soochipara Waterfalls, a three-tiered waterfall surrounded by lush forests. In the evening, explore the Edakkal Caves, famous for their prehistoric carvings.

  2. Day 2: Thekkady
    5 hours 20 minutes (163 km) from Wayanad

    After an early morning drive, you'll reach Thekkady, a nature lover's paradise. Start your day with a bamboo rafting tour in Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, where you can spot elephants, bison, and deer. After lunch, take a stroll through the spice plantations of Thekkady and learn about the different spices grown in the area. In the evening, enjoy a Kathakali dance performance, a traditional dance form of Kerala.

  3. Day 3: Varkala
    4 hours (144 km) from Thekkady

    Head to Varkala, a coastal town known for its picturesque beaches and cliffs. Start the morning with a yoga session on the beach, followed by a surfing lesson. After lunch, visit the Janardhana Swamy Temple, a 2,000-year-old temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu. In the evening, relax and watch the sunset from the Varkala Cliffs.

  4. Day 4: Alleppey
    2 hours 30 minutes (95 km) from Varkala

    End your adventure in Alleppey, also known as the Venice of the East. Start the morning with a backwater cruise, where you can see the local life of Kerala along the way. After lunch, visit the Marari Beach, a serene and peaceful beach away from the hustle and bustle of the city. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Kerala-style dinner on a houseboat.

Recommendations

Consider visiting the Athirappilly Waterfalls, one of the largest waterfalls in Kerala, and the Meenmutty Waterfalls, a three-tiered waterfall hidden in the forests of Wayanad. You can also take a side trip to Munnar, a hill station known for its tea plantations and natural beauty. To maximize your fun, try the local cuisine, especially the seafood, and take part in the cultural activities like a Kalaripayattu performance.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Chembra Peak (1 day, free)
  • Soochipara Waterfalls (1 day, INR 50 per person)
  • Edakkal Caves (1 day, INR 40 per person)
  • Bamboo Rafting in Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary (1 day, INR 1,700 per person)
  • Spice Plantation Tour (1 day, INR 100 per person)
  • Kathakali Dance Performance (1 day, INR 300 per person)
  • Surfing Lesson (1 day, INR 2,000 per person)
  • Janardhana Swamy Temple (1 day, free)
  • Backwater Cruise (1 day, INR 7,000 per houseboat)
  • Marari Beach (1 day, free)
  • Kerala-style Dinner on a Houseboat (1 day, INR 2,000 per person)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 13,290 per person
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