Kerala

Best place to visit for Honeymoon. Beaches, Mountains, Backwaters and Houseboats makes the place a memory.

Kerala a state in Southern India is known for its waving palms and wide sandy beaches. It is also known for its backwaters, mountains, coconuts, spices and art forms like Kathakali and Mohini Attam. It is the most literate state in India, and a land of diverse religions, where you can find Hindu temples, mosques, churches, and even synagogues. With world class tourist sporting options, ayurvedic spas and treatments, eco-tourism initiatives, a large number of visit options ranging from beautiful high altitude blue mountains to pristine rain forests to golden sun-sand beaches and an enormous range of accommodation, Kerala has much to offer the visitor.

Climate in Kerala:-  Kerala experiences heavy rains almost throughout the year, and is one of the wettest areas on the earth. Mostly the state experiences three types of climate:-

• Summer lasts from from mid-February to mid-May. The tropical sun is really hot and temperatures can go up to 35°C in the afternoons.
• The monsoon is in place from mid-May until early September. The North-East Monsoon winds bring heavy showers.
• Mid-October to early February can be termed a mild winter in the hilly areas, which can get cool and misty. The weather, however, remains hot and tropical on lower ground. Heavy rains occur from the last week of September until until early November, due to the retreat of the South-East monsoon.

When in Kerala always carries an umbrella.

Attractions in Kerala

1:- Backwater

• Bayous of Kerala are a maze of lagoons weaved with rivers, superficial pools and also canals, all separated from the sea by a slim strip of sand financial institutions. In lots of locations, the backwaters attach to create huge lakes. Bayous exist throughout the state Astamudi Lake is extremely distinct because of its topography. This is one of the most stunning bayou of Kerala.
• The annual Vallam Kali boat races take place in the bayous. The boats are huge wooden canoes that can fit 60 to 100 rowers. One of the most renowned race is for the Nehru Trophy Vallam Kalli, held on the second Saturday of August as a homage to the former Indian Head of state Jawaharlal Nehru that had a keen interest in this sporting activity.

2:- Mountains

• Heaven Mountains of the Western Ghats, commonly called Nilgiris which has numerous hill terminals in this field. One of the most popular is Munnar, the honeymoon funding of the state. The highest height of the Western Ghats is located at Anamudi (2,695 metres) and also is good for trekking. The area is also home to numerous refuges and woodland get locations.
• Numerous little and also huge Hill terminals, spread in Eastern Districts of Kerala are very preferred outing places. Wayanad and also Idukki uses a number of such picturesque barbecue places.
• There are greater than 2 loads falls, both huge and small, with numerous rapids and springtimes.

3:- Forests

• Periyar National Tiger Park, Eravikulam Reserve, Silent Valley Park, Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary, Wayanad Reserves
• Thattekkad Salim Rajan Bird Park is one such famous destination along with Malayatoor Forest Reserves
• Mango Meadows Agricultural Theme Park is world’s 1st Agricultural Theme Park located at Kaduthuruthy in Kottayam district.
• Many popular hill-stations like Nelliyampatty, Peechi Dam, Ranipuram, Vythiri and Kumarakom offers unique natural wildlife parks, with lots of rare flora and fauna to be explored.

4:- Beaches

• Kovalam Beach near Trivandrum has a good bathing area, clean environment and plenty of accommodation. This was a centre of Hippy counter-culture in sixties, and is today well known for hedonistic beach parties.

• Varkala Beach in Thiruvananthapuram district – A long cliff makes the beach more natural (no restaurant behind you). It is long beach with natural springs from the cliff.

• Thirumullavaram Beach in Kollam district – A unique beach in the world where you can walk in the sea water for 1/2 KM because of its unique topography

• Alapuzha Beach and Kollam Beach are both well known for beach sports and tournaments.

• Marari is an upcoming location with quite a few resorts along the way and an hour away from Kochi.

• Cherai Beach near Kochi city has a large sand beach.

• Kozhikode Beach is where Vasco da Gama first landed in India, marking the start of European colonisation and the Age of Discovery.

• Muzhappilangadu near Kannur is the country’s lone drive in beach in Kannur district with lush greenery around. This beach has a naturally clean and closely packed sand which makes it drivable. Beach is very long 4-5 km and is a pleasant place to spend time. Lots of adventure activities like para gliding/ para sailing etc. are arranged in this beach regularly.

How to reach

By Flight:- There are four International airports in Kerala, with flights to domestic and international destinations: Kochi(Cochin), Kozhikode(Calicut), Thiruvananthapuram(Trivandrum) , and Kannur(Cannanore) . The airports have several carriers operating international flights around the world.

• Thiruvananthapuram International Airport (IATA: TRV) Best connected to major cities in India and Abroad, Charter flights for tourism from London, New York and Moscow operate to Thiruvananthapuram.

• Cochin International Airport (IATA: COK) Europe and US bound passengers need to transit in the Middle East or Far East or Mumbai, though chartered flights are common during tourist season, mostly from Europe. There are regular Flights to most parts of India.

• Kozhikode International Airport (IATA: CCJ) is a major airport in Malabar with international connections to most of the cities in the Middle East.

• Kannur International Airport (IATA: CNN,ICAO: VOKN) is another major airport in Malabar with international connections to most of the cities in the Middle East.

By Train:- Indian Railways operates several trains to and from Kerala. More than 500 plus trains connect Kerala to all parts of India, including long-haul direct train services to cities like Delhi, Jaipur, Kolkata and Mumbai. Trivandrum Rajadhani, Ernakulam Durnoto, Kerala Express and Netravati Express are some of the most popular trains connect key cities across India.

Recently, the luxury tourist train The Golden Chariot has introduced a South Indian Rail Tour, which includes many parts of Kerala. This is a good option for those who want to visit the South Indian states on as tight schedule. The train starts from Bangalore and covers Chennai, Pondicherry, Trichy, Madurai, Trivandrum, Alapuzha, Kochi and back to Bangalore.

By ferry:- Kochi is a major cruise port and currently the most busiest cruise port in India. The port has International Cruise Facilitation Center and almost all major cruises that have global voyages have Kochi as port of call. All Lakshadweep bound cruises originate in Kochi and make return trips. There are also occasional tourist oriented cruises from Mumbai and Goa to Kochi

Also private yachts and other sea going boats regularly call at Kochi Marina. A few cruises call at Trivandrum.

Honeymoon in Kerala:-

Kerala is the most trendy and romantic place to visit for the honeymoon couples. It is a one stop for many experiences including backwaters, romantic beaches, mountains lovers, houseboats stays, candle-light dinner, ayurveda, heritage andmuch more. We at Wow Honeymoon, provides the best itinerary for Kerala Honeymoon Packages for love birds, groups and family tours. Get the top stays and experiences with Wow Honeymoon at affordable prices. Plan your Kerala vacations with us.