5 Tranquil Hill Stations In Kerala For A Rejuvenating Experience
Fancying a fresh, long vacation with all-embracing coffee and tea estates, a pristine view of fog-clad hills, and endless spice fields? Be it a family trip or a honeymoon experience, Kerala offers spectacular hill stations like Munnar that give an energizing and refreshing time. Let's forget everything of the yesteryear and take a break from the famed backwaters and serene beaches of Kerala this time. Instead, enjoy a trip to these five hill stations in Kerala with picturesque scenery around.
Mystical Munnar
None of the Kerala hill station tour packages are complete without Munnar. Known for its intricate magnificence and serenity, Munnar is surrounded by tea estates and greenery. And guess what, if you plan well in advance during Neelakurinji bloom, which happens once in 12 years, it will be a treat for the eyes. The best time to visit Munnar is in October and November and from January to May. Munnar is filled with beautiful spots, but one shouldn't miss Eravikulam national park, Mattuppetty dam, and Tata tea museum.
Enchanting Ponmudi
Winding pathways, picturesque and curvy roads, and scintillating experience of a road trip: Ponmudi gives you all this and more. One of the most special tour packages in Kerala, Ponmudi, situated in Trivandrum is best enjoyed with your loved ones. There are several places to visit in Ponmudi. But don't forget to take a dip in Meenmutty waterfalls, Peppara wildlife sanctuary, and Golden Valley.
Serene Nelliampathy
Let's dive deep into one of the refreshing hill stations in central Kerala. Nelliampathy, which belongs to the green zone, is simply a slice of serenity added with exquisite flora and fauna. Nestled amidst the wilderness and tranquil hills, Nelliampathy is a must among the Kerala hill station tour packages chart. If you are lucky enough, you can even spot monkeys, deer, and even elephants. Pothundi dam, constructed in the 19th century, Seetharkundviewpoint, located 8 km from Nelliampathy and Kesavampara viewpoint are added attractions near this beautiful location in Palakkad district. September to May is the ideal time to visit Nelliampathy in Kerala.
Lively Lakkidi
A visit to North Kerala is never complete without this tiny yet enchanting place in any of the special tour packages. The name Lakkidi brings gives out the misty-clad mountains and some captivating sceneries. People say that Lakkidi can even be explored on foot and can indulge in its liveliness. Those who are planning can couple the trip with other attractions in Wayanad like Pookkode lake, Vellarimala, among others. The Winter season is the best time to visit Lakkidi.
Gorgeous Gavi
One of the top attractions in South Kerala, with several movies being shot, Gavi is every tourist's delight. Spread across the sheer beauty of the Periyar tiger reserve it has activities like wildlife exploration, trekking, camping, and staying in the treehouse. And if you are a bird lover, Gavi will spoil you for choices. From hornbills, sunbirds, woodpeckers to kingfishers, there are more than 320 varieties of birds in Gavi. Located 40 kilometers from Kumily near Thekkady, you can plan a special tour package to Gavi along with Idukki, Vagamon, and Munnar.
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Babs says:
Reading this blog was rejuvenating indeed. Having visited this place few times, I cant recommend this place highly enough.