The best places to visit in Kerala, India
To the south, the popular backwaters are best explored by kettuvallam (Keralan houseboat) although, particularly on a 1 night houseboat, it can be crowded and far from idyllic. Talk to us about ways to avoid the crowds. For a pristine beach experience without the throngs of tourists, try Neeleshwar in the north instead. The ancient port and fishing village of Cochin has a charming Jewish, Portuguese, and Hindu flair. In the rolling Cardamom Hills, Munnar features lush tea plantations and thriving national parklands. Marari is a quiet fishing village where you can enjoy the simple pleasure of Keralan hospitality and gorgeous beaches. For an unspoilt northern experience, venture into Wayanad where misty mountains are home to spices and flora in abundance.
The people in Kerala are perhaps the greatest pleasure of all: warm, hospitable and kind to visitors. All these attributes make this Indian state a well-known and loved holiday destination. While this page focuses on Kerala alone, many excellent itineraries in the region take in the neighbouring states of Tamil Nadu and Karnataka too and we’re ready to share our expert knowledge on the entire region with you.
Talk to a travel consultant today to plan your trip to Kerala in great and exciting detail and remember that the state has so much more to offer than just Cochin, Munnar, Periyar, the backwaters and beach.
