Kerala
God's Own Country
Houseboats drifting through palm-lined backwaters, misty tea hills, wildlife reserves and Ayurveda — Kerala is India at its most serene.
Why travellers love Kerala
Houseboats drifting through palm-lined backwaters, misty tea hills, wildlife reserves and Ayurveda — Kerala is India at its most serene. Plan around September – March for the best weather, and allow 5 – 8 days to see it properly.
Kerala, known as God's Own Country, is a narrow strip of tropical green between the Western Ghats and the Arabian Sea. Palm-lined backwaters, misty tea hills, spice forests, golden beaches and centuries-old Ayurveda traditions make it one of India's most loved holiday destinations.
Highlights
- Alleppey (Alappuzha) - cruise the backwaters on a traditional houseboat.
- Munnar - rolling tea estates, Eravikulam National Park and cool mountain air.
- Thekkady - Periyar wildlife sanctuary, spice plantations and Kathakali shows.
- Kochi - Chinese fishing nets, Fort Kochi and Mattancherry heritage.
- Kovalam & Varkala - beach resorts and clifftop sunsets.
Getting there: Fly into Kochi (COK) or Trivandrum (TRV); both are well connected to all major Indian cities.
Highlights of Kerala
The experiences we build most Kerala trips around — your expert will fit them to your pace.
Alleppey backwaters
A night aboard a private houseboat on Vembanad Lake.
Munnar tea hills
Rolling estates, waterfalls and cool mountain air.
Thekkady
Periyar wildlife, spice gardens and Kathakali.
Kochi
Chinese fishing nets, Fort Kochi cafés and colonial lanes.
Kerala packages
2 ready-made itineraries — each one can be tailored to your dates and budget.
Kerala in pictures
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