If you are planning a trip to Kerala, you would not want to miss the top travel experiences in Kerala that make it one of the “50 Must Visit Places in a Lifetime” in the list compiled by National Geographic Traveller.
So here we are with a list of top things to do in Kerala, a collection of authentic travel experiences a visitor should have to know the essence of Kerala, its lifestyle and culture, and what makes Kerala one of the top tourist destinations in India.
In addition, tourist attractions in Kerala give you different experiences that reconnect you with nature, fun, and thrill. Moreover, you can enjoy different shades of entertainment and natural beauty in Kerala in many ways. We have listed down the best ways to explore God’s own country.
- Stay In A Luxury Tree House
- Do The Cruise-In Traditional Rice Barge Or Ketuvallams (Houseboats)
- Evening Kathakali Performance
- Tusker Trail (Elephant Ride)
- Sipping In Fine Tea
- Visit The Nilgiri Tahr
- Pin A Jasmine In Your Hair
- Savor An Uppu Maanga
- Kerala Boat Festival
- Relish A Sadhya
- Add Spice To Life In Kerala
- Go For An Ayurvedic Massage
- Go For Bird Watching
1. Stay In A Luxury Tree House
Kerala visit will be incomplete if you don’t opt to stay in one of the eco-friendly tree houses. Some various resorts and hotels have special accommodation packages available. Before making bookings, mark for a treehouse stays in Kerala. Among the treehouses in Kerala, Vythiri Resorts in Wayanad is of particular renown.
Not just does it offer eco-friendly premium stay in tree houses, but this fine resort in Kerala is also renowned for authentic Ayurvedic therapies.
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2. Do The Cruise-In Traditional Rice Barge Or Ketuvallams (Houseboats)
Don’t leave your Kerala tour experience void by not enjoying the cruise in Ketuvallams. These houseboats are beautifully designed and provided with all basic amenities to ensure a comfortable stay.
A ride along the palm-fringed backwaters of Kerala amidst the gentle lapping of water and the tranquil surroundings is an experience as romantic as it gets. No wonder Kerala is one of the popular honeymoon destinations in India
Thus, you can enjoy the setting of nature alongside as the houseboat transverses from one point to the other.
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3. Evening Kathakali Performance
To complement your Kerala tour, get absorbed in the state’s cultural richness. For example, enjoy traditional dance Kathakali performance in the evening. In Kerala, various resorts arrange such traditional performances for their guests.
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The list goes unending on a Kerala tour. However, the Tusker trail is something that makes Kerala tour different from others. Elephants are beautifully decorated, and the guide accompanies you as you ride the elephant through the wandering lanes in Kerala.
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5. Sipping In Fine Tea
Tea plantation is something that adds to the identity of the Kerala state. As you enjoy the nature trail along with the rich green tea estates, the strong aroma of the tea leaves absorbs you in an enticing experience. Along with your walk, you can stop and sip some of the most delicate tea flavors. You can also purchase a sample of tea that delights you.
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6. Visit The Nilgiri Tahr
On your visit to Kerala, do not miss to plan an excursion to the Eravikulam National Park (Munnar) and spot Nilgiri Tahr. These mountain goats are friendly; you can take their pictures and pat them.
7. Pin A Jasmine In Your Hair
To indulge in the real Keralite experience, do not forget to pin a jasmine string in your hair. The local women majorly do this to adorn their hair. Ladies generally pin it with open hair, braids, or bun. This will be your top thing in Kerala if you want to walk with the fragrance of the local lifestyle and culture.
8. Savor An Uppu Maanga
Kerala’s culinary delights are sure to be tried if you love to try the food of different origins. Along with the main course, try the Uppu Maanga (Uppumanga), prepared from tender mangoes and preserved in brine for several months.
9. Kerala Boat Festival
Vallam Kalli, or the snake boat race, is the famous Boat Festival in Kerala, organized yearly to celebrate Onam – the harvest festival. To enjoy the celebration, visit places like Aranmula on Pamba River, Papiyad near Quilon and Thayathangadi near Kottayam. Here, you will find locals in full grace and vigor.
But one crazy place to watch this race in its most authentic form is during the Nehru Trophy Boat Raceheld at Punnamadi in Alappuzhaduring the Onam Festival.
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The variety in South Indian cuisine enthralls food lovers. Enjoy a Sadhya, a multi-course platter of rice, spicy pickles, 12-15 vegetarian preparations, crispy banana chips, plantains, crunchy guruvayoor pappadums, and a desert named payasam. The meal would be served on a plantain leaf and eaten with fingers.
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11. Add Spice To Life In Kerala
Kerala is also dubbed as ‘land of spices.’ The travel destination showcases a volley of spices to choose from. You can get hold of them in sachets or as spice souvenirs. On your way home, do not miss taking some popular spices, such as cinnamon, turmeric, and coriander, to add them to your domestic dishes. They are sure to win you a compliment.
12. Go For An Ayurvedic Massage
One of the major draws of Kerala, especially during monsoon, is the Ayurveda. Drawing inspiration from the ancient Indian art of healing and wellness, Ayurvedic Resorts in Kerala have become a hub for Ayurveda in India. In fact, Ayurveda has now become one of the top things to do in Kerala.
Kerala is famous for meditation centers, herbal diets, yoga sessions, and Vedic cures. During your stay, you must experience treatments in Ayurveda in Kovalam. Famous Ayurvedic resorts here are Somatheeram Ayurvedic Beach Resort and Manaltheeram Ayurveda Beach Resort.
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13. Go For Bird Watching
As the land is filled with lush greenery, the land also offers shelter to various native and migratory birds. The species you can spot here include the herons, spot egrets, teak, Siberian stork, and numerous other varieties. The bird sanctuaries in Kerala are the best place to spot them. The photograph is a must as you hear them sing.
Kerala offers visitors many ways to make their vacation more eventful and fascinating. Experiences in Kerala give you endless chances to create memories that last forever. You can choose and include it in your Kerala tour packages. We provide fully customizable tour packages of Kerala that you can modify as you like.
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