When it comes to honeymoon, there is no place in south to think of. Kerala, the gods own country is the final word. Kerala nestled on the laps of Western Ghats has got everything you need for an amazing getaway with your better half. From serene lakes and backwaters to beautiful hill stations and tranquil villages, Kerala got everything to make you honeymoon an evergreen memory. Surprise your partner with an amazing houseboat ride when the sun falls into the other end of the backwaters and what else you need to kick-start an epic married life. Every place in Kerala is best when it comes to Honeymoon; Kerala has got all the terrains and destinations for all kind of people. You will get the beach if you are a beach comber, you have mighty hills masked in the cool morning fog, you have the placed lakes and traditional villages if you want to spend your honeymoon with a blend of culture and tradition, thus Kerala honeymoon trip will be a completely packed one. In this blog let us plan an enchanting honeymoon in Kerala. These are some of the romantic Honeymoon Places in Kerala :
Alleppey
Munnar
Idukki
Kovalam
Athirapally
Kumily
Wayanad
Kumarakom
Thekkady
Varkala beach
Alleppey
Alleppey, popularly known as Alappuzha, is a haven for those seeking calm. Alleppey’s backwaters, beautiful green traditional villages, and a houseboat trip around the lakes with delectable Kerala food will make your honeymoon an evergreen one. No other place than Alleppey can offer you the best romantic experience in India. Just check out our Kerala honeymoon packages and sit back and boast about the best in Alleppey holding your partners hand in a luxurious houseboat enjoying the lush green villages, boundless paddy fields, distant islands and the beautiful backwaters.
Best time to visit Alleppey – October to February is the ideal time to visit Alleppey. Weather will be pleasant and the villages will be at its best during this time of the year.
How to reach Allappey – Cochin international airport is the nearest one to Alleppey. CIAL is well connected to almost all major cities in India and abroad. The nearest rail head is Alappuzha itself.
Places to visit in Alleppey: Alleppey backwaters, Ambalapuzha Sree Krishna Temple, Mannarasala Sree Nagaraja Temple, Ravi karunakaran museum, Alappuzha beach, St Andrew’s Basilica Arthunkal, International coir Museum, Mullakal Rajeshwari Temple, Alappuzha Light house etc.
Things to do in Allappey: Cruise, Kayaking, Backwater tours etc.
Munnar
Blessed with low and flinty hills, tranquil woods, and tea plantations, Munnar is the perfect place for that pacifist in you. Being the resort for the British raj elite, Munnar still holds its pride. Elephant Ride at Carmelagiri Elephant Park, Pothamed viewpoint, luxurious stay in a resort having hot tea in the cold-foggy weather cannot be missed by a true wanderlust.
Best time to visit Munnar – October, November and January to May is the ideal months to visit Munnar as the weather and atmosphere will be at its best during this time.
How to reach Munnar – There are state-run and private buses to Munnar from major cities of Kerala and Tamilnadu. You can get a cab to Munnar from Cochin International Airport which is 110 km away.
Stay – There are a lot of budget-friendly and luxurious resorts in Munnar starting from 3000 INR / night to enjoy your stay. Local homestays are also available with delicious Kerala cuisine.
Idukki
Idukki, a landlocked area in Central Kerala, is known for its mist-covered hills, picturesque valleys, flowing streams, milky falls, rolling grasslands, expansive plantations, colonial bungalows, animals, and more. The steep topography, which includes Anaimudi, South India’s highest point, provides plenty of opportunities for hiking and other adventure activities. It’s one of Kerala’s tribal-dominated districts. Idukki has various additional points of interest that add to the district’s destination appeal. Its crowning feature is the famed hill resort Munnar.
Best time to visit Idukki: Idukki is a destination for all seasons. You can visit Idukki during any time but it is best to avoid the monsoon in June and July.
How to reach Idukki: Nearest railhead is at Kottayam which is 114 km away. Cochin international Airport is the nearest Airport which connects almost all major cities with Kerala.
Places to visit in Idukki: Hill View Park, Idukki Arch Dam, Kulamavu Dam etc.
Kovalam
Kovalam is the final word when it comes to beach in Kerala. The white sandy Kovalam beach is the best tourist friendly beach in Kerala attracting a lot of international and domestic tourists every year. Kovalam beach offers a wide range of recreational opportunities including sunbathing, swimming, herbal body toning massages, unique cultural programmes, and catamaran cruise. The beach life starts late in the day and lasts far into the night. The tourism development authority has done a lot of innovations to up bring kovalam based tourism. A beach complex has been built with all the facilities in Kovalam for tourists under the tourism development programme. Budget cottages, Ayurvedic health resorts, conference facilities, commercial zones, swimming pools, and Yoga and Ayurvedic massage centres are all part of the beach complex.
Best time to visit Kovalam: September to March is the ideal time to visit Kovalam.
How to reach Kovalam: Trivandrum is the nearest city to Kovalam. Railway station and airport has access to all major cities in India.
Places to visit near Kovalam: Rock-cut Cave Temple, Samudra Beach Park, Sunset Point Cape, and Lighthouse Beach.
Athirapally
Athirappally and Vazhachal are two of Kerala’s most spectacular waterfalls. With its lush foliage and breathtaking vistas, these gorgeous sites have enticed visitors for centuries. After an 80-foot trip, water rushing into the Chalakkudy river can be seen at Athirappally. People are charmed by this natural beauty that provides a lovely backdrop as a cool spray takes covers the whole surroundings.
Best time to visit Athirapally: September to January is the ideal time to visit Athirapally.
Places to visit: Athirapally waterfall, Kodanad Elephant Training Centre, Chimmony Wildlife Sanctuary.
Kumily
Kumily is a plantation town in Thekkady on the boundaries of the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary. Kumily is a bustling town in contrast to Thekkady, which is a peaceful, lovely village surrounded by nature. Kumily is one of Kerala’s most prominent tourist and economic centres, thanks to its spice and tea farms, as well as its lively spice trade operations.
Best time to visit Kumily: October to February is the best time to visit Kumily.
Wayanad
The lovely district of Wayanad, which adorns Kerala’s northern highlands, is known for its abundance of camping and hiking routes, spectacular waterfalls, caves, bird-watching locations, flora and wildlife, and an overall wealth of magnificent vistas. Over the years, this location has become a popular tourist destination. Same as Munnar, Wayanad is also a beautiful hill station which is perfect for an amazing honeymoon trip. Plan your Kerala trip honeymoon package to Wayanad and enjoy an amazing honeymoon in the lush green slopes of Wayanad.
Best time to visit Wayanad: October to May is the ideal time to visit Wayanad.
Kumarakom
Kumarakom is the ideal place to visit in Kerala during the winter. All newlyweds will love the ambience of Kumarakom as it is very closely linked with the bio diversity. With the accumulation of a diverse range of fauna and flora, Kerala has also been home to a number of wildlife sanctuaries that have become hotspots for photographers and lovers from all over the globe. When it comes to birds, the Kumarakom aviary in the district of Kottayam, Kerala, may be a full region dedicated to exotic birds that can fly around freely. Let us plan an amazing honeymoon trip to Kumarakom.
Best time to visit Kumarakom: best time to visit Kumarakom is September to march.
Places to visit in Kumarakom: Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, Aruvikkuzhi Waterfall, Vembanad Lake, Kumarakom Beach, and Bay Island Driftwood Museum.
Thekkady
Thekkady is the perfect example of nature’s abundance, with beautiful scenery, abundant wildlife, and ample opportunities. Periyar is one of the Republic of India’s forty-eight tiger reserves. A well-protected and well maintained reserve might house uncommon, endemic, and fragile flora and animals. Thekkady will be an amazing option for you to celebrate your honeymoon in the God’s own country. Check out our honeymoon package in Kerala and choose yours to plan it with our expert team.
Best time to visit Thekkady: The best time to visit Thekkady is September to May.
Places to visit in Thekkady: Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary & Lake, Chellarkovil, Kumily, Murikkady, and Mangla Devi Temple.
Varkala Beach
Varkala Beach, around ten kilometres from Varkala, is known for its natural spring. Planning a honeymoon trip to Varkala will not fail at any cost. Check out our honeymoon package of Kerala and plan an amazing trip to Varkala. Varkala is thought to have therapeutic and healing effects. Varkala beaches’ miraculous waters are said to cleanse the body of pollutants and the soul of all sins. Varkala is a peaceful hamlet on the fringes of the Thiruvananthapuram district. A magnificent beach, Varkala cliff, 2000-year-old Vishnu Temple, and the Ashramam – Sivagiri Mutt a short distance from the beach are among the tourist attractions.
Best time to visit Varkala beach: best time to visit Varkala beach is October to March.
These are the prominent places that Getz would suggest you to plan an amazing honeymoon trip in Kerala. Our honeymoon tour package Kerala includes everything to make your day special. Just go through our Kerala honeymoon packages and book yours, our expert will plan everything for you. Other places to celebrate your Honeymoon in kerala are:
Poovar Island
Vagamon
Varkala cliff
Pandikuzhi
Peermade
Bekal
Chellarkovil
Anjengo Fort
Edava Beach
Trivandrum
Kuttikanam
Kollam
Palakkad
Pathiramanal
Kuttanad
Kochi
Kasaragod