KERALA

Kerala offers a blend of awe-inspiring highlands, picturesque coastlines, and interconnected backwaters.

In Kerala, you are always close to the water. Many hotels and restaurants offer great views of the lake or the ocean.

Backwaters

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Stay in a Houseboat

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Kerala's coastal resorts range from affordable to super expensive and offer a blend of luxury and serenity with great views of the ocean or tranquil lagoons.

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You can pick from sunbathing, swimming, and beach walks, to more adventurous water sports like surfing, parasailing, and kayaking.

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Kerala is known for its Ayurvedic treatments and spas. This ancient healing system uses natural herbs and oils to rejuvenate the body and mind.

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Kerala's monsoon season brings heavy rains and lush greenery, making it a paradise for nature enthusiasts.

Kerala has several beautiful beaches such as Kovalam, Varkala, and Cherai. You can lounge on the beach, swim, or try water sports.

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Coracle Rafting

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The cantilevered fishing nets have become a symbol of Fort Kochi. Watch the fishermen cast their "Chinese fishing nets."

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From tiger reserves to lion safaris and elephant training centres to bird sanctuaries, there are over 20 wildlife habitats in Kerala.

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The hill station was a former resort for the British Raj elite. The rolling hills and tea plantations are popular with trekkers and hikers.

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Trekking

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Stroll Around Bekal Fort

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Kathakali

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As a coastal state, it is no wonder that seafood plays a big part in Kerala's cuisine.

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KERALA

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Kerala offers a blend of awe-inspiring highlands, picturesque coastlines, and interconnected backwaters.

In Kerala, you are always close to the water. Many hotels and restaurants offer great views of the lake or the ocean.

Backwaters

Stay in a Houseboat

Houseboats often have well-appointed air-conditioned rooms and serve food freshly caught, and cooked onboard.

Kerala's coastal resorts range from affordable to super expensive and offer a blend of luxury and serenity with great views of the ocean or tranquil lagoons.

You can pick from sunbathing, swimming, and beach walks, to more adventurous water sports like surfing, parasailing, and kayaking.

Fun & Relaxing Activities

Kerala is known for its Ayurvedic treatments and spas. This ancient healing system uses natural herbs and oils to rejuvenate the body and mind.

Ayurveda

Kerala's monsoon season brings heavy rains and lush greenery, making it a paradise for nature enthusiasts.

Enjoy the Rain

Kerala has several beautiful beaches such as Kovalam, Varkala, and Cherai. You can lounge on the beach, swim, or try water sports.

Beautiful Beaches

Coracle Rafting

Coracle rafting on the Kallar River in Kerala is a thrilling adventure that takes you through the scenic beauty of dense forests and rocky terrains.

The cantilevered fishing nets have become a symbol of Fort Kochi. Watch the fishermen cast their "Chinese fishing nets."

Fort Kochi

From tiger reserves to lion safaris and elephant training centres to bird sanctuaries, there are over 20 wildlife habitats in Kerala.

Wildlife Sanctuaries

The hill station was a former resort for the British Raj elite. The rolling hills and tea plantations are popular with trekkers and hikers.

Munnar Tea Estates

Trekking

Kerala offers several trekking spots that cater to varying levels of difficulty and scenic beauty. Munnar, Wayanad, and Ponmudi are popular with trekkers.

Stroll Around Bekal Fort

The medieval fort in North Kerala dates back to the 1650s and is the largest fort in Kerala, spreading over 40 acres.

Kathakali

Attend a Kathakali performance, a traditional dance form of Kerala that tells stories through intricate facial expressions and gestures..

As a coastal state, it is no wonder that seafood plays a big part in Kerala's cuisine.

Food

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