Frequently Asked Questions
When’s the best time of year to visit Kerala?
The best time to go is from late November through to early April when there’s the lowest chance of rain. From late March through to May, temperatures rise and it can get really hot. As a general rule of thumb, avoid June and July when it’s monsoon season, and there is often a spike in rain again around October.
What essentials should I pack?
Mosquito repellent is key, and if you’re planning any jungle treks, a pair of leech socks will be your most prized possession. Comfortable shoes for walking in, as well as flip flops for the beach. And pack one or two warm layers, particularly if you’re heading into the hills, where it can get chilly.
What’s the best way to get around Kerala?
Public transport is actually pretty reliable in Kerala, and most tourists have great success getting around by bus or train. You can also hire motorbikes, bicycles, or your own personal driver.
From the lush green jungles to rolling hills of tea plantations, and from the intricate chain of lagoons that are Kerala’s backwaters to the coconut tree-line beaches, Kerala is a land of great opportunity for both adventure seekers and beach loafers.
Why you’ll love Kerala…
- Spending the night on an iconic houseboat in the backwaters
- Encountering elephants in their natural habitat in Periyar National Park
- Trekking through the jungle up to the stunning tea plantations around Munnar
- Sampling the freshest fish caught that day in Cochin
- Catching a glimpse of one of nature’s most elusive big cats, the Bengal tiger
- Exploring the cardamom plantations that cover the hills of the Western Ghats
- Watching monkeys play in the trees of the Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary
- Strolling along the coastal paradise that is Varkala Beach
- Making the pilgrimage to Padmanabhaswamy Temple in Thiruvananthapuram
- Learning to cook your favourite Keralan dish in a local cookery class
- Soaking up the culture clash and history of Fort Cochin
- Discovering your spiritual side in ‘God’s own country’
Did you know?
- Kerala was declared ‘one of the 10 paradises of the world’ by National Geographic
- The state of Kerala consumes 20 percent of all India’s gold annually, the majority of which goes to adorning brides in splendour on their wedding day
- The ‘land of coconuts’ is also proud to hold the record for India’s highest literacy rate, at around 93 percent. It also achieved 100 percent primary education among its population in 2016
