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Kerala has many marvelous beaches along the Malabar coasts, best backwater canals, mesmerizing landscapes and much more places to please the tourists.

Kerala is the best tourist places for any type of family vacations and especially for honeymoon trip, you can find different sceneries and point of interest, there are many things that are unique in Kerala such as their significant way of welcoming the visitors, their lifestyle and the beautiful locations.

Best Places to Visit In Kerala

Are you planning for a checkout to Kerala? Then you are waiting for an wonderful journey and memories to hold for, There are different locations that will provide the joy and happiness, but never miss out the following places in Kerala.

Munnar

Do not miss to visit Munnar if you have planned a trip around Kerala, Munnar is a marvelous hill station in South India, the verdant mountain slopes that is covered by green tea farm is about 8000 miles, and you can feel the cool climate while entering Munnar.

Muthirapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundala are the three mountain stream, where the Munnar is located, in earlier this was the summer resort of the erstwhile British government, the resort town is popular for its picture-book towns, holiday facilities, sprawling tea plantations etc. Eravikulam National Park, Mattupetty, Pallivasal, Anamudi Peak, Top Station are some of the popular places to visit around Munnar.

Thekkady

Another important tourist place to visit in Kerala is Thekkady, which is located about 257 km from Kerala, 145 Km from Cochin International Airport and 114 Km Madurai, this is situated near to the border of Kerala and Tamilnadu. Thekkady is the home for tigers, lion-tailed macaques, Herds of elephants, sambar etc. There are many deciduous forests to look for in Thekkady.

The important places to visit around Thekkady include Periyar Lake, Periyar National park, Periyar Tiger reserve, Mudra Cultural Centre, Gave Forest, and Spice Walk etc.

Alleppey Houseboat

Alleppey is another excellent tourist place to look for if you plan for an outing around Kerala, they are known as the Venice of the east; it is also the headquarters of the backwater tourism.

There are different types of houseboats available to travel, the experience would be completely different, and you could enjoy the natural beauty of Kerala and the beauty of backwaters while travelling in Alleppey houseboats.

Experience the backwaters multiple facets that glide on the waters through the ride. You will also enjoy the best lagoons, waterways, canals etc. while travelling. The best five houseboats in Alleppey include Rainbow Cruises, Angel queen Houseboats, Prasanthy Houseboats, Johnson’s eco Houseboats and Grandeur Houseboat.

Kovalam

Kovalam, one of the best tourist place around Kerala, it’s an internationally renowned beach as they includes three adjacent crescent beaches, Kovalam is the favorite and preferred tourist place by most of the tourists, best and beautiful place for sea bathing.

Commonly preferred for Swimming, sunbathing, herbal body toning massages, catamaran cruising etc. and some of the best places to visit in Kovalam includes Lighthouse Beach, Vellayani Lake, Vizhinjam Rock Cut Cave Temple, Artificial Off-Shore Coral Reef, Hawa Beach etc.

Final Words

Other than the above tourist places, there are many other interesting and attractive tourist spots like Fort Kochi, Ashtamudi, Varkala Beach, Bekal, Kozhikode, Idukki Arch Dam, Malampuzha Dam, Kumarakom Backwater Journey & Ayurvedic Spa’s, Nelliyampathy, Wayanad, Vagamon, Thrissur, Trivandrum Padmanabhaswamy Temple, Guruvayur Temple, Athirapalli falls and Thenmalai etc.

Kerala is the widely distributed places, you cannot visit every place in just one vacation, and still the above places are the most interesting and most enjoyable places in Kerala.

Which is your favorite place in Kerala? Any interesting flashbacks? Expecting to hear from you guys!

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Staying in a house boat at  Alleppey back waters will be an unforgettable experience. Kids love boat. Fishing Point, which is the main boarding point of Alleppey Houseboat, it’s also known for its snake boat competition which would be held every year on August 2nd, a pavilion which is newly constructed has been placed for the tourist and this is the place where houseboats starts its journey.

One day houseboat package is the most interesting and popular one that starts from 12Pm and extends up to the next day morning 9 Am, you can check out thousands of houseboats available for the tourist to travel, two different categories available namely deluxe AC and Premium AC for the tourists.

In the Deluxe AC type, there is a split AC and the attached toilet is provided for the bed rooms, and in premium A/C type Houseboats, you can see glass windows at the front deck of the rooms(Living Area), there are different boats in various sizes, starting from Single Bedroom Houseboat to 10 Bedrooms Houseboats.

In each of the houseboats, there is a kitchen at the backside and at the front you can check out a deck, food is prepared at the houseboat kitchen. 24hrs power backup(Genset) facility available. As the one day package starts at 12.00Noon, you will be provided with lunch, snack at evening, dinner and breakfast for next morning as it ends on 9.00Am.

On the first day of the boating you will start the travel from Rajiv Jetty which is the finishing point at 12 and by 12:45 to 1 PM you will be out from the backwater channel and would reach the open area, you will find a lake and at the front you can check the Sports Authority Complex and the Hostel.

The rustic experience. Floating experience amidst lovely Nature. Quality food (Kerala style food). Local life style of village people. Beautiful riverside areas. Different experience of sleeping in a floating boat. Routine life of village peoples. Fresh fish.

After 1:30 Pm you will be stimulated in one side and you will be provided with lunch, the front side of the houseboat is the living room and it’s also served as a dining space. If your houseboat has two decked floors, then you will be provided dinner at the first floor.

After finishing lunch, again the backwater journey starts around 2:45 pm and it will be stopped in between to get fish for the dinner. After that, you will be travel through the different lakes and river till evening up to 5.30pm, the first day’s boat ride has been completed, again you will be taken the next morning.

You can charge your phone, camera etc through the power supply that is available in the houseboat. At morning, there were sounds from village and songs from the temple and much more, By 8 Am you will be provided breakfast and then cruised back to the checkout.

Bottom Line

Never miss out this wonderful experience if you are traveling to Alleppey, you need to be careful in the boat ensure your doors are closed by 6 Pm as there are chances of more mosquitoes and small insects to enter your room.

A/c will operate on House boat from 9.00pm to 6.00am only. If you request full day A/c – charges applicable. Children below 6 yrs will be complimentary. Above 6-12yrs will be chargeable as per Tariff. At 5.30PM Houseboat will be anchored by side of backwaters for overnight stay(as per Govt Rule).

Enjoy the Boating Guys!

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Why Kolukkumalai Jeep Safari?

Kolukkumalai Jeep Safari is considered to be one of the best tourist spot in Munnar and is the excellent way to explore the complete knowledge of the Munnar tea estates in brief, Kolukkumalai, known as the highest peak in South India, you will be taken to the Kolukkumalai Tea Estate in a four wheel drive and this will be like a one day adventure for each and every one who is visiting the tourist spot.

The eye catching sceneries around would be the highlight of the drive, you can see how a tea is processed and also it describes the life of tea workers in an simple and excellent way.

When the travel starts?

The Jeep safari starts by 8 am and they have the option of picking you up from the departure point, this will include the town limits with the Munnar. The travel takes about 90 minutes to reach the destination spot as it covers about 40 kms from the Munnar.  We have to travel approx 10kms of Off Road journey. Jeep will be driven at the speed of 15kms.

Mind Blowing Mountain Views, scenarios would be inspiring you to enjoy the travel, you will visit the tea factory by afternoon, it’s a Old & World’s highest Organic tea plantation garden. The factory itself is some 70+ years old and uses traditional techniques even today. Since leaves are plugged here and not cut, preserving the freshness of the plants. You can visit the orthodox tea factory and taste the real organic tea.

Why tourists love Kolukkumalai Jeep Safari?

• The jeep drive provide you the adventure effect when you cross some places in tea estate.
• To enjoy the mountainous views and scenarios.
• You can check out the on spot preparation of the tea leaves and also know how they are processed and sold.
• The cloud 9 experience makes you feel you are in the midst of clouds.

What are the things to carry while you travel?

• Munnar is the coolest place, so carry a sweater or jackets always with you as the weather cannot be unpredictable.
• Sunscreen lotions to protect your skin.
• Comfortable shoes for the safari ride.
• Have water with you always while you travel, as you need not go and ask someone for water while enjoying the scenarios.
• Flashlight with extra batteries for your safety.
• Salt, as you can find leeches more near to the waterfall place.
• Medical First Aid Kits also need to be carried for the safety purpose.

One who should avoid this trip?

• Pregnant Ladies
• Heart Patients
• Aged people who find difficult to travel off road journey
• One who suffers Back Pain/Spinal problem.

Pricing and the Availability

Kolukkumalai Jeep Safari is available on every day; it starts by 8 or 9 am and extends up to 6 or 7 hours a day. The Jeep pricing is Rs. 3500/-(Max 6 persons), the price may vary depend on the situation and seasons.

Final Words

Never miss out the eye catching beauty of Kolukkumalai Jeep Safari ride, have fun with your friends and family and also never fail to capture the beautiful memories that are going to last forever.

For Jeep Safari Bookings contact: Mr Vaithianathan @ 09445222330/9500997733. Email: info@munnarcottagesresorts.com, Click Here for more details.

Happy Ride Guys!

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Why Munnar?

Munnar is well known for its different tourist places, the refreshing breeze on you feels you in the heaven! The adventurous rides at hair pin curves could be the most memorable and enthralling ride to anyone, the most loved hill station in India that has many breathtaking fantabulous insights, the hill range and the landscape is the Munnar.

Fact and the best season to visit Munnar

In Malayalam, Munnar is derived as three rivers; the name is originated from a fact, which explains that the capital of British was in the midst of these three rivers. What is the right season to visit Munnar? Summer season starts from April to May and Kerala tourist destination starts from August to March. Similarly Munnar has fewer visitors in between June to July as it’s the monsoon.

Best Places to Visit in Munnar

If you have already visited Munnar, you really might have known about these places, if not do not miss it when you go next time, if you are about to visit Munnar, do not forget to visit these best tourist places. I can say at least about 50 different tourist places in Munnar, but here are best of all of them.

1. Mattupetty Dam

Mattupetty is a popular hill station that is located at a height of 1700 m, it’s located 13km from Munnar and they are known for its green valleys and the fantastic climate. This dam is a storage concrete gravity dam and this was constructed in the late 1940’s under the pallivasal hydroelectric project. This dam is the haven for most of the birds and animals living out there are constant water availability.

The still water that reflects the tea garden around is the most mesmerizing thing you will find, you can enjoy speed boating and other water sport activities which is being organized by direct tourism and is taken several safety tips for it.

2. Top Station

Top Station is considered to be the highest point 1700 m that is located about 32 km from Munnar, and it falls on the border of Kerala and Tamilnadu. The view of the Western Ghats and the Theni district valley is said to be the famous one at this spot, also you feel like touching the cloudy sky with your hand when you are at this tourist spot.

Night camping stay and Campfire facilities are available. Night Dinner & Breakfast they will provide. Sunrise from Top station, definitely worth watching it.

3. Eravikulam National Park

You won’t believe me if I say this park is spread over a wide area of 97 sq. km from western Ghats of Idukki district and located 15kms from Munnar. This spot is managed by the forest and wildlife department and you can find rare species collection here. Varieties of shrubs, trees and flowers are kept for the tourist, apart from that you can also find more than 28 different mammal species at this park.

While taking the fees, it’s Rs 15 for Indians and 200 for Foreigners, whereas its 5 for children’s below 12 years old.

4. Tata Tea Museum

One of the museum in Munnar located near nallathanni estate, has the complete history and details regarding the traces of tea plantations, you can find the complete growth explained clearly through photographs and curios for easy understanding to the tourists. The entry fee to Tata tea museum is just Rs 75, where you will be provided with a tasty cardamom tea.

5. Hydel Park

Hydel park is also known as Blossom Park, which is located near to the pallivasal hydroelectric project. Hydel park is best for roller skating, hammocks, mediation caves, cycling and boating. One of the best tourist place for families who has a plan to spend their holidays with kids in Kerala, and the entry fee for this park is just Rs 10 for adults and Rs 2 for children’s. You can find varieties of flower type, plants type and tree type.

6. Attukad Waterfalls

Never miss this spot if you are about to visit Munnar, one of the fantabulous waterfall, every age group person enjoy as you can check out the special view of waterfall in the midst of hills and jungles. It’s located in between Munnar and pallivasal , trust me you will just love the road that take you to the waterfalls.

7. Pothamedu Viewpoint

The mesmerizing view of Munnar can be seen from this Pothamedu view point, the scenarios and the road through which you travel to this viewpoint is marvelous. So never miss this as it covers the entire view of Munnar clearly.

8. Kundala Lake

One of the lovely lake to visit in Munnar, this cost about Rs 150 for the couples per hour, this is considered as the popular honeymoon package. Neela kurunji, one of the dazzling flower that bloom once in twelve years can be seen in Kundala lake, speed boating is considered to be one of the magnificent activity in Kundala lake.

Other Tourist Places to Visit in Munnar

Some of the other places to visit in Munnar includes Marayoor dolmens, Anamudi, Indo Swiss Dairy Farm, Lock Hart Gap, Cheeyappara waterfalls, Life of Pi Church, Meesapulimala, Echo Point, Sandalwood Forest, Chinnar wildlife sanctuary, Chithirapuram, Devikulam, Thoovanam waterfalls etc.

Final Words

Aluva, which is a nearest town to Munnar at a distance of 90 kms, Kochi, Madurai, Calicut and Coimbatore are the airports that are situated near Munnar. There are many direct buses available to Munnar from Tamilnadu, Karnataka and Kerala.

There are dozens of resorts and cottages available at Munnar, the cost of the resorts depends on the seasons, you can adapt to best resorts or cottages to enjoy your vacation or holidays.

For further booking or free tour consultation, contact 09445222330/9500997733. At any time we will ready to guide you. More details: www.munnarcottagesresorts.com

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