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Adventure Tourism in Kerala
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Adventure Tourism in Kerala
The promising level of adventure tourism in Kerala makes this state an ideal destination for adrenaline junkies. With the diverse topography of the state, it is quite possible to find something or the other to enjoy as far as adventurous activities are concerned. Adventure places in Kerala range from wildlife sanctuaries to hill stations and backwaters. Travelers of all ages can indulge in various adventure sports in Kerala including paragliding, hiking, trekking, and biking, fishing, canoeing, bamboo rafting, and scuba diving.
Here are the top 7 adventure activities in Kerala for travelers.
Kerala Backwaters
Nothing is more romantic and delightful in Kerala than enjoying a relaxing houseboat tour in the serene backwaters. Explore sleeping villages, palm-fringed shores, and unique culture with onboard meals while enjoying a tour of Kerala backwaters. Make sure to visit Alleppey and Kumarakom to enjoy backwater cruises in Kerala.
Scuba Diving in Kerala
Scuba diving and snorkeling are very interesting sports. Kovalam and Varkala Beach are especially popular for diving in Kerala. Kerala tourism promotes this wonderful activity that can be enjoyed by even the non-swimmers with the help of professional instructors. The cost for scuba diving in Kerala begins from INR 1500.
Trekking in Kerala
One of the major places for adventure sports in Kerala, the Western Ghats feature several trails which can be enjoyed any season of the year. The mountain lovers can visit places like Munnar, Wayanad, and Vagamon for their lush landscapes and activities like trekking, hiking, and mountain climbing.
Paragliding in Kerala
The picturesque Wagamon hills in Kerala are the premier spots for paragliding in South India. Tandem Paragliding in Vagamon in the district of Idukki allows stunning views of landscapes for the adventure enthusiasts.
Kayaking in Kerala
For those who are fond of adventure, God’s Own Country allows an opportunity to venture out in the natural surroundings on a kayak. There are several spots with an intricate network of canals and backwaters worth exploring while kayaking in Kerala. Calicut, Alleppey, and Kasaragod are popular places to enjoy this activity.
Water Sports in Kerala
Travelers can easily personalize their itinerary according to the kind of adventure activities they wish to indulge in. The water babies out there can head to destinations like Kovalam, Alleppey, and Kumarakom that offer mesmerizing beaches and backwaters.
Snake Boat Race in Kerala
Held annually in during the harvest festival Onam in autumn, Vallam Kali is a traditional boat race in Kerala. The Nehru Trophy Boat Race is a popular event held in the Punnamada Lake near Alleppey and is attended by thousands of travelers from all over the world. Kollam, Thrissur, Kottayam, and Ernakulam are popular places where snake boat races in Kerala are organized.
The unmatched beauty of the state, the turquoise blue sea, the sun-kissed beaches, the lush green hills and the craggy mountains offer adventure enthusiasts an unmatched chance to indulge in their favorite adventure sports.
Eravikulam National Park
The wildlife warden munnar PO, idukki dist. kerala, india, Pincode 685612.
Spread over around 97 square kilometers, the Eravikulam National Park in Munnar is one of Kerala’s most sought after tourist hotspots. When you visit the park, you can expect to find all kinds of flora and fauna, especially the rare and endangered Nilgiri Tahr. You may also be able to spot the rare Neelakurinji flowers, tha...
- Wildlife
- Adventure
- Waterfalls
- Ideal for families
- Ideal for couples
- Ideal for friends
Anamudi Peak In Munnar
Kannan Devan Hills, Kerala, 685561, India.
Misty hills, lush valleys, scenic routes are what surround the majestic Anamudi Peak in Munnar. Situated at a height of 2,695 meters, Anamudi Peak in the Idukki district not only the highest peak in South India but is also the tallest in the Western Ghats as well. Anamudi trek is one of the most coveted trails in South Indi...
- Nature
- Mountains
- Valley of flowers
- Hills
- Waterfalls
- Ideal for couples
- Romantic
- Blue Mountain Tour
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- Ideal for families
Bamboo Rafting In Thekkady
Periyar Tiger Reserve, Idukki and Pathanamthitta Districts, Thekkady - 685536
Thekkady or Periyar, as it is sometimes known, is famous for its backwaters. And bamboo rafting in Thekkady is one activity that lets you witness the beauty of backwaters at its best!
This activity is organized in the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, on the Periyar Lake, and is a part of a nature walk. On a tour to excursion ba...
- Bamboo Rafting
- Backwaters
- Nature
- Adventure
- Ideal for friends
- Ideal for couples
- Ideal for families
Snorkeling Trip In Kochi
Snorkeling in Kochi is a must do, especially if you ar an adventure lover. Kerala is home to an abundance of lovely nature related landscapes. Nothing exemplifies this better than the beaches that can be found in places like Kovalam and Kochi. Kochi has a number of beach related activities for tourists to indulge in. Boat...
- Adventure
- Swimming
- Seashore
Vagamon Pine Forest in Vagamon
Being one of the elevated cities in Kerala, Vagamon, with an average temperature of 15 degrees Celsius, is famous for housing the rare pine forests. These pine forests are usually found in the northern region of India, but Vagamon Pine Forests have existed for so long in the southernmost state in India, Vagamon. The pine fo...
- Sightseeing
- Pine Forest
- Nature
- Adventure
Paragliding in Vagamon
Get ready to cherish a bird’s-eye view of lush green environs of Vagamon with a recreational adventure activity, called paragliding. Head to Vagamon located at the border of Idukki and Kottayam districts in Kerala, and grab a chance to fly like a bird in the midst of blue skies. As the month of September arrives, you can fl...
- Paragliding
- Adventure Activities
- Nature
- Ideal for friends
- Unlimited Fun
Thangal Para in Vagamon
Nestled on the Thangal hill, Thangal Para in Vagamon is a famous tourist attraction and a holy site of muslims. The site oozes out unbounding beauty, serenity and tranquility. There is a rock and a tomb of Sheikh Fariuddin at the spot. Under the rock is a mosque. Every year, hundreds of tourists and devotees pay a visit to ...
- Sightseeing
- Religious
- Hill Station
- Ideal for families
Trekking In Munnar
Revel in the adventurous spirit of Kerala and its charming landscapes by indulging in trekking in Munnar! You will not only get to witness the beauty of Munnar at its best, but will also experience the real thrill! Trek through the spectacular tea plantations and climb till the top, where you can relax in your own camp. Sto...
- Adventure
- Trekking
- Nature
- Scenic Routes
- Sightseeing
- Tea plantations
Paragliding In Munnar
Soar across the majestic skies of Munnar while paragliding in this hill town. You will not only get to enjoy the beautiful views of this hill town but will also be able to cool climates of this hilly landscape. Situated in the Western Ghats above located around 1600 meters above sea level, Munnar is the perfect spot to go p...
- Adventure
- Sightseeing
- Nature
- Honeymoon
- Paragliding
- Ideal for couples
- Romantic
- Tea plantations
Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary in Munnar
Munnar - Udumalpet Road, Munnar, Kerala 685612
If you are a nature lover, flock to the scenic and majestic Chinnar wildlife sanctuary where there are a variety of high sholas, dry deciduous forests, and some grasslands. When you visit this wildlife sanctuary you will get to view the multitude of animal species like spotted deer, elephants, hanuman langur, peacocks, sam...
- Sightseeing
- Nature
- Wildlife
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