PLACES IN KERALA
Kochi >> Munnar >> Thekkady >> Kumarakom >> Alleppey >> Kovalam >> Thiruvananthapuram
BEST TIME TO TRAVEL
The Winter season between September to March is the best time to visit Kerala. This is the time when Kerala has a comfortable climate and pleasant weather with less humidity.
Though Kerala is a year-round destination, the best season to visit Kerala depends on which place in Kerala you're visiting. While some places are most enjoyable during the monsoons, others are best visited during the winter season. Overall, the best time to visit Kerala is from September to March, when the weather is pleasant, making it easy for tourists to explore the myriad facets of the state - the hill stations, beaches, and backwaters.
Summer Season in Kerala
Summers in Kerala are from March to May, and this is when the weather is hot and humid in most parts of the state. The humidity makes it hard to enjoy sightseeing, although it does get cooler in the evenings. Hill stations remain cool during summers as well, so one can surely visit places like Munnar, Thekkady, or Wayanad during the summers. Places such as Kochi, Alleppey, and Kumarakom, on the other hand, turn too humid and uncomfortable for being outdoors. But that doesn't deter tourists from taking advantage of the lower off-season prices.
Monsoon Season in Kerala
Monsoons, from the months of June to August, are perfect for visiting most parts of Kerala, including the backwaters, beaches, and hill stations. In monsoons, one can enjoy a refreshing climate as well as witness the lush green landscapes of the state in full bloom. The monsoon season is also ideal for indulging in Ayurvedic therapies and spa it offers respite from the humidity and the wet and cold weather helps ignite a sense of rejuvenation. What's better than being surrounded by lush greenery and the feeling of stress and tiredness leaving your body in waves under the expert hands of a specialized masseuse!
Winter Season in Kerala
December marks the start of winters in Kerala with milder temperatures till February. The winter season is perfect for visiting the backwaters and the beaches since humidity are lower and the weather is cool and pleasant. Winters make the hill stations slightly cooler than general. In winters, places such as Munnar and Thekkady offer beautiful views of mist-clad mountain tops and foggy tea gardens, a mesmerizing sight for those with a penchant for nature walks. In fact, winters are the best time to visit Kerala for a honeymoon.
DO YOU KNOW?
Kerala is known as God's own country as it represents all points of interest I.e City, Beaches, Rejuvenation and Spa, Hill station, Backwaters, and many more.
THINGS YOU COULD DO IN KERALA
Kerala brings the waters and trees in divine concomitance with the culture of its majestic landscapes. From Ayurveda to Theyyam it has a whole host of wonderful secrets.
Elephant Bathing - At the Kodanad Elephant Sanctuary you can not only enjoy the Elephant Safari but also bathe and feed the mighty mammals.
Houseboat Stay - Alleppey is a must-see place while visiting Kerala enjoy a delicious meal as you watch the lush green landscapes while riding on the backwaters of God's own country.
Dine at the Floating Restaurant - Enjoy the Veli Lake and enjoy a delicious meal in the floating restaurant at the lake. Veli Tourist Village is located at a distance of 8 kms from Thiruvananthapuram.
Attend a snake boat Race - Snake boat races are mostly held from July to September during the Onam festival.
Take a Spice Tour - Take a tour of the spice plantation of gardens in Munnar.
Jungle Safari - Thekkady is famous for its diverse forest cover, fauna, mammals, and aquatic life. You can also combine this foray with an overnight camp in a tent or a treehouse.