Explore God's Own Country on foot on this walking tour through the diverse tropics of India's far south state of Kerala. Trek amongst the forest and grasslands of the mountains of the Western Ghats, walk in search of wildlife in the Periyar National Park and meet locals rambling through the villages of the famous Backwaters. Meesapulimala Peak - Take on the highest peak in South India and take in the astounding views at the top. Float along the Backwaters - Recoup with a float along the famous Kerala backwaters on a traditional houseboat. Explore on foot - Walk and hike through tea plantations, forests and park, getting closer to local and village life each step of the way.
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General information
Tour ID124955
Tour length11days
LanguageEnglish
Group size16
Age range16 - 85
Operated by
Explore!
Starting point
1/508, A1, Tower Rd, Fort, Kochi, Kerala 682001, India
Hotel Bright Heritage, Hotel reception
18:00
End point
NH-47, Near Cochin International Airport, Athani, Nedumbassery, Ernakulam, Kerala 683585, India
Hotel Airlink Castle, Hotel reception
09:00
Itinerary
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Day 1: Join tour in Kochi
Day 2: Tour of Kochi and drive to Munnar
Day 3: Hike to Seven Malai Hills through tea, coffee and spice plantations
Day 4: Trek to Silent Valley through tea estates and shola forest
Day 5: Trek to Meesapulimala Peak
Day 6: Hike to Top Station
Day 7: Drive to Thekkady
Day 8: Trek in Periyar National Park
Day 9: Drive to Alleppey and backwaters cruise
Day 10: Backwaters village walk and return to Kochi