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Kerala in Style – Bike, Hike & Kayak (14 Days)

Starting from INR 206514

Overview Details

14 days
2 to 12
January - December

Description

Kerala, a state on India's tropical Malabar Coast, has nearly 600km of Arabian Sea shoreline. It's known for its palm-lined beaches and backwaters, a network of canals. Inland are the Western Ghats, mountains whose slopes support tea, coffee and spice plantations as well as wildlife. National parks like Eravikulam and Periyar, plus Wayanad and other sanctuaries, are home to elephants, langur monkeys and tigers.

Overview

Bursting with a variety of experiences, Kerala throws up myriad experiences; deep rooted culture, verdant surroundings, unique food and a slice of India like none other. Experience stretches of biking through God’s own country, hiking and overnight camping at the hill station and kayaking in the backwaters! The diverse landscape apart, Kerala’s cultural hook is also what intrigues visitors. You can see Kathakali closely or stay in hundreds of years old houses – Kerala throws a cultural surprise at you at every corner. In this multi-sport trip in Kerala, we have covered as many experiences for you! Be it the history immersed narrow streets of Fort Kochi, floating in the backwaters in a houseboat or a wildlife trip into the thick forests. The blend of exquisite heritage places to stay or experience and the combination of bike, hike and kayak is bound to make this an unforgettable journey. - Bike in the God’s own scenic backroads - Walk through backwater fishing villages - Hike & camp in the captivating hill station of Munnar - Kayak in the mesmerising backwaters - Get to see the very best of Kerala – sandy beaches, meandering backwater canals, the lush green hills and thick wilderness - Local food is an integral part of this trip and you will get plenty of this **Arrival** **Note:** Cochin(Kochi, COK) has direct connecting flights via Middle East & few destinations in Southeast Asia. Domestic flights can be connected to Cochin either from Mumbai or Bangalore.

Inclusion

  • - Meals as mentioned in the Itinerary. - Support Vehicle will be provided. - Safety measures will be taken. - Accommodations as per Itinerary. - All the activities mentioned in the Itinerary.

Exclusion

  • - Everything which is not mentioned in the Inclusion.

Itinerary

Day 1: Cochin Meet your trip leader at the hotel and head out to see Fort Kochi by foot. One of the foremost trading hubs on the western coast of India, Fort Kochi drew colonial interest with its aromatic spices. Along with traders from China, Portugal, Arab and Holland, in came a cocktail of religions, cultural practices and diverse food. Kerala owes it cosmopolitan vibe to the traders who braved the seas to come to this land. Later, in the evening, go to see the traditional dance form, Kathakali (you can also see the face painting before the show). After the show, we will have dinner at a seaside restaurant known for seafood and indian delicacies. There is a lot to pack in this day, but be well rested for the night as we start early on next day. Meals: Dinner
This morning we start with a 2.5 hours shuttle bus to get out of traffic clogged roads. We start cycling along the canal route to Thattekad. This first tryst with Kerala on the wheels will enthrall you. A scenic route, this smooth road along a canal is perfect to see birdlife and the verdant environs of real Kerala. Our destination is the outdoors camping facility- The Hornbill Camp. We check into our snug and comfortable Swiss tents and get ready for an activity packed day. Hornbill Camp offers Kayaking in the Periyar River, bird watching and plantation walk around the property. The stay gives you a taste of the wilderness of Kerala along with all the comforts. The camp is situated in the environs of a tropical forest where you have nothing but birdsong for company! Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Distance cycled: ~ 35km/21mi*
Today we ride into the countryside and follow the Periyar River. The gradual rising trail winds its way through rubber and pineapple plantations to the Idukki forest reserve. We continue our gradual climb towards our lunch stop at a local restaurant. After lunch, bike amongst enormous grass plants, eucalyptus trees and past alpine tea plantations in the rugged Munnar hills to your hotel. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Distance cycled: ~ 65km/40mi*
After sipping hot tea in your bed, get ready to bike into the wilderness. Overlooking the town, Annamali peak at 2695 m is the highest mountain in Kerala and well worth the ride to Top Station 1,950 m/ 6,397 ft for the fine views over the town and neighbouring Tamil Nadu. You’ll ascend 500 m in this gradual uphill climb. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Distance cycled: ~ 50km/32mi
A rest day for biking, but never really a rest day. We hike through tea plantations and rainforests. The hiking path is easy to walk through, with less variation in altitude. We reach our campsite located at 1600 m/ 5249 ft. Overnight in a simple tent camp. The camp area are is bordering the grassland and forests. The area is rich in birds and butterflies. With the best position to view the sunset, sunrise, night sky, you will be just lost in time. Oh never to miss is the beautiful and panoramic view of western ghat mountains ranges. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Hiking: half day
Wake up along with birds, watch the sunrise sipping hot cup of tea. Prepare for the hike to the high altitude forest and grass lands. The hiking ends at the Great escape gap. If you still have power left in your legs, you can cycle a bit today along a winding country road, passing small hamlets and spice plantation villages to Thekkady. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Hiking: half day Biking: ~ 50km/31mi*
This morning we take a nature walk in Periyar National Park in search of mongooses, elephants and learn about the flora and fauna in Periyar Tiger reserve. Later, we head to a garden of spices and learn about the spices from a local farmer. Meals: Breakfast
This is going to be a beautiful ride – from the Cardamom Hills of Thekkady to the tea gardens of Vagamon, and that too, through the rubber plantations. A hilly ride, with both dips and steep climbs, but the cool weather helps you grapple with this challenging ride better. Vagamon is an enchanting hill station where you can either relax or indulge in the outdoor activities like paragliding, easy hikes or explore nature trails. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Distance cycled: ~ 50km/30mi
A beautiful downhill ride today takes us near to spectacular Vembanad Lake. Enjoy stunning vistas in all directions. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Another beautiful day on a bike. Start with undulating terrain and end the ride with long downhill. After biking, we transfer you to the backwater country, the venice of the east in Kerala, Alleppey. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Distance cycled: ~ 30km/18mi
Today step into a kayak. Soon you will be kayaking the backwaters, through inland canals, with people living very close to the water edges. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
See the village life in action and hear the stories from our local guide. Enjoy a simple lunch in a local village restaurant. Get the best picture imprinted to your memory on this last day of the backwaters adventure. Enjoy walk to the white sandy Marari beach in the evening. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Distance cycled: ~ 25km/15mi
On the last biking day, we ride along the beach road and the journey will be refreshing and easy. We ride past fishing villages and numerous christian churches along the coast will to a small village named Ezhupunna Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Distance cycled: ~ 40km/25mi
Your leaders will make arrangements for transportation to the Cochin International Airport. Meals: Breakfast *with shuttle – short transfers

Accommodation

  • - Casual Inns

Cancellation Policy

Life is unpredictable and we understand that sometimes you have to cancel or change your trip dates and it is our endeavor to make it as easy as possible for you. However, please understand that we plan everything including guide fees, permits, accommodation and ration in advance. Therefore, any cancellation means inconvenience and certain losses to the people involved in various stages of the program. Keeping that in mind, our cancellation charges are as below – Cancellations prior to 30 days from the start of the event: Full refund as cash Cancellations between 30 days and 15 days to the start of the event: 50 % refund as cash. Cancellations less than 15 days to the start of the event: No refund. Cancellations will be accepted only by email. Note: Western Mountains reserves the right to cancel a program before departure in the event of logistical problems arising due to natural calamities, strikes, wars or any other circumstances that make the event inadvisable. In this case, we will refund 50% of the event fees.

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