Nature

The ideal time to visit Marayur is from September to March. During these months, the weather is pleasant and comfortable for sightseeing. The post-monsoon period leaves the landscape green and fresh. The summer months from April to May can be quite hot and dry. While the monsoon season from June to August makes the area scenic, heavy rains can sometimes disrupt travel plans and make walking around difficult.

Explore Marayur, a unique village near Munnar known for its natural sandalwood forests, ancient megalithic dolmens, and traditional jaggery-making.

The best time to stay is from September to March. Post-monsoon months (September to November) offer lush greenery and pleasant weather. Winter (December to February) is cool and comfortable for outdoor activities. Summer (March to May) gets warmer but is still a good time to visit. The monsoon season (June to August) brings heavy rainfall, creating a misty, dramatic landscape, but outdoor activities might be limited.

Vythiri Resort

Wayanad, Kerala

An eco-friendly resort in a rainforest setting, known for its unique treehouses and cottages built alongside a natural stream.

The ideal period to stay is from September to March. During these months, the weather is cool and pleasant with minimal rainfall, making it perfect for sightseeing and outdoor activities. The monsoon season from June to August is for those who enjoy the rain and lush landscapes, but travel can be difficult. The summer months of April and May are warmer, but still offer a pleasant escape from the heat of the plains.

Goshen Hotel And Resort

Idukki, Kerala

A hillside resort in Idukki with private cottages, a spice plantation, valley views, and a focus on nature-based experiences.

The ideal time to visit is from October to March, after the monsoon. During these months, the weather is pleasant with lower humidity and comfortable temperatures, making it perfect for houseboat cruising. The water levels are high and the vegetation is lush. While the monsoon season (June to September) offers a different kind of beauty with heavy rains and greenery, it can sometimes disrupt travel and boat services. Summers (April to May) can be very hot and humid.

Valiyaparamba

Kasargod, Kerala

Explore one of Kerala's largest and most peaceful backwater systems, known for its scenic houseboat cruises on the Tejaswini River and views of local life.

The ideal time to visit Nileshwar is from September to March. During these months, the weather is pleasant and dry, with comfortable temperatures perfect for backwater cruising and exploration. The monsoon recedes by September, leaving the landscape lush and green. This period also overlaps with the Theyyam season, which typically starts in December, offering a unique cultural experience. Avoid the heavy monsoon months from June to August.

Nileshwar

Kasargod, Kerala

Experience the peaceful backwaters of the Tejaswini River and the rich cultural heritage of North Kerala in this serene town.

The best time to visit Pathanapuram is from September to February. During these post-monsoon and winter months, the weather is cool and pleasant, and the landscape is at its greenest. This period is ideal for sightseeing and outdoor activities. Summer, from March to May, can be hot and humid. The monsoon season, from June to August, experiences heavy rainfall which, while scenic, can disrupt travel plans.

Pathanapuram

Kollam, Kerala

A tranquil town in Kollam on the Kallada River, known for its lush green plantations and as a gateway to the Western Ghats eco-tourism spots.

Kanthalloor

The ideal time to visit Kanthalloor is from September to March. During these months, the weather is pleasant and cool, and the landscape is green from the recent monsoon. This period also coincides with the harvesting season for many fruits, particularly strawberries (December-February). Avoid the heavy monsoon months of June to August, as rainfall can cause travel disruptions and make outdoor activities difficult. April and May are warmer but still manageable.

A quiet village near Munnar known for its terraced fruit farms, cool weather, and stunning valley views.

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Murikkady

Idukki, Kerala

A scenic viewpoint and locality near Thekkady, famous for its sprawling spice plantations of cardamom, pepper, and coffee that cover the rolling hills.

The best time to visit Murikkady is from September to March. During these months, the weather is cool and pleasant, with comfortable temperatures for walking around the plantations. The landscape is especially lush and green right after the monsoon season ends in September. This period also coincides with the peak tourist season in Thekkady. Avoid the heavy monsoon months of June to August, as rainfall can disrupt travel and make plantation walks difficult. Summers, from April to May, can be quite warm and humid.

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Vattavada

The ideal time to visit Vattavada is from September to April. During these months, the weather is cool and pleasant, perfect for exploring the farms. The post-monsoon period from September to November sees the landscape at its greenest. Winter, from December to February, is cool and misty. Summer, from March to April, is also a good time, though slightly warmer. It's best to avoid the heavy monsoon months of June to August, as the roads can be slippery and prone to blockage.

A quiet village near Munnar, Vattavada is known for its terraced vegetable farms, strawberry cultivation, and scenic mountain views.

Kolukkumalai Tea Estate

The best time to visit is from September to March. During these months, the skies are generally clear, offering the best chances for a spectacular sunrise and panoramic views. The weather is cool and pleasant, though mornings are very cold. Avoid the monsoon season from June to August, as heavy rains make the jeep trail slippery and dangerous, and the views are often obscured by clouds and mist.

Experience the world's highest organic tea estate, known for its stunning sunrises and traditional tea factory, reached by a thrilling jeep safari from Munnar.

The best time to visit Kuttanad is from September to March. During these months, the weather is pleasant and comfortable for houseboat cruises and sightseeing, with less humidity and minimal rainfall. The post-monsoon period (September-November) offers the greenest landscapes. The monsoon season (June to August) presents a different experience with lush surroundings and fewer tourists, but heavy rains can disrupt travel plans. Summer (April-May) can be very hot and humid.

Kuttanad, Kerala

Alleppey, Kerala

Explore Kuttanad, the 'Rice Bowl of Kerala', a unique region where farming is done below sea level amidst a scenic network of backwater canals and lakes.