Explore Kerala: Houseboats, Ayurveda, Wildlife & Waterfalls

Discover India’s "God’s Own Country," Kerala filled with breathtaking beauty. It is a dream destination for travelers wishing to get closer to nature, engage in wellness, enjoy adventure activities, and know about the culture of the region. From the serene and breathtaking backwaters to rejuvenating Ayurveda wellness retreats, rich wildlife, gushing waterfalls, Kerala offers an experience that’s both invigorating and cherished. 

Cuddled in the southwestern tip of the Indian peninsula, India Tour Packages will take you on a trip to another land. For an immersive experience, start your Kerala Tours in Kochi. Here visit the 16th-century historical landmarks and watch the traditional Kathakali dance performance. Next on your Kerala travel packages include Munnar, a scenic hill station. It is sheltered in between the scenic landscape, misty hills, winding hills and charming tea and coffee plantations. 

To make your trip more interesting, Kerala travel packages include houseboat cruise and stay in the backwaters of Kerala. Simply relax as you navigate through the complex water channels and get mesmerized by the lined palm grooves and the fishing villages.

Here’s what you must not miss to visit in Kerala:

1. Houseboats and Backwaters

The Kerala Tours starts its tour with a relaxing stay at Houseboats in backwaters of Kerala. What could be more unique than experiencing a cruise on a houseboat through Kerala’s backwater, it is simply breathtaking and relaxing.

Location Highlights:

• Scenic Beauty, navigate through complex network of canals, lagoons, and lakes lined with coconut palms, green paddy fields, and traditional fishing villages.
• Alleppey (Alappuzha), most popular spot for houseboat tours and stays.
• Kumarakom, offbeat backwater experience, includes bird-watching as well.
• Houseboat features traditional boats (kettuvallams) with bedrooms, kitchens, bathrooms, and decks.
• Enjoy the traditional local meals prepared and served fresh on the boat.
Know about rural life, the fishermen at work, their daily activities and culture and tradition.

2. Ayurveda and Wellness

Opt for traditional Ancient Healing in Kerala. With taking tips and advice, include in your India Tour Packages Ayurveda retreats. If you did not know Kerala is the birthplace of Ayurveda, which is a 5,000-year-old holistic system of medicine. Tourist from around the world visit Kerala for Ayurvedic treatments, thus making it a global wellness destination.

Different Ayurveda Therapies Offered:

• Stress relief and sleep therapy
• Detox programs (Panchakarma)
• Rejuvenation massages (Abhyanga)
• Yoga and meditation sessions

Where to Go:

• Go to Kovalam as it has many beachside Ayurvedic resorts.
• You can also head to Palakkad and Thekkady, renowned for its traditional wellness centers and nature retreats.
• Benefits of getting Ayurveda treatments: Provides spiritual well-being using natural oils, herbs and other ancient techniques, which has been tested. Promotes physical and mental strength.

3. Wildlife and Nature Reserves

Your Kerala Tours continues to Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, land of the elephants, wild gaurs, boars, and other wildlife. Indulge in a peaceful boat ride through the waters of Periyar Lake, sighting the wildlife grazing near the water’s edge. 

Major Sanctuaries to visit:

• Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary (Thekkady), home to large number of elephants. Here enjoy boat safaris, and visit the spice plantations.
• Silent Valley National Park, home to rainforest and endangered species.
• Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary, get a chance for a close encounter with the leopards, deer, and peacocks.

Adventure Activities: Nature walks, guided treks, bamboo rafting in Periyar River, bird watching, photography, and stay in eco-lodges.

4. Waterfalls and Scenic Spots

With the arrival of the monsoon Kerala turns magical specially its waterfalls come alive during the rainy season.

Top Waterfalls to Visit:

• Visit the largest waterfall in Kerala, Athirappilly Falls,
• Soochipara Falls (Wayanad), amidst the forests
• Meenmutty Falls, the tallest waterfalls of Kerala.
• Vazhachal Falls situated near Athirappilly

It’s ideal for:

• Nature walks
• Nature photography
• Picnics and family outings
• Trekking and eco-exploration

Don’t wait! Book your India Tour Packages today!