10 Best Things You can do on a Kerala Trip

Imagine you are going on a trip to Rajasthan and you don’t see any of the palaces, imagine you are going on a trip to Kashmir and you don’t visit the beautiful valleys, imagine you are going to Amritsar and you don’t visit the magnificent Golden Temple, your trip would be slightly pointless, right? How can you go to a destination wanting and hoping to explore the best that place has to offer if you miss out on some of the most iconic spots and activities it has? This is a problem Nitsa Holidays has fixed and this is what you get when you plan a trip with Nitsa Holidays, we ensure that whichever place you are going to, whatever it is that you are trying to seek and whatever it is that that place has to offer, you get to include it in your itinerary.

Kerala doesn’t need a lot of introduction. This place goes by the name of God's own country and also the Queen of the Arabian Sea. If you see pictures of Kerala you will see some beautiful beaches and also some lush green mountains. That is the beauty of Kerala! It has a very, very vivid landscape where you get to see both ends of the spectrum. The culture of Kerala is also equally beautiful. There are multiple religions living together demonstrating various traditions and heritage and sharing it with anybody who wants to explore it. Kerala has a lot of activities to offer to visitors and it has a vast range of festivities and programs to demonstrate its cultural heritage. If you were to see and explore every nook and corner of Kerala and understand every single ounce of its culture, you would have to spend months doing it. When somebody is planning a vacation, it is usually restricted to a few days or weeks which will not suffice to see and understand every single thing in a tourist spot. However, if planned carefully and if you choose the right guide, you can definitely see some of the best sites and try some of the most memorable adventures in your tour package. This is exactly what Nitsa Holidays does. We have a wide range of packages for families, groups, and couples and all of these packages ensure that you get to see the best of the place you are visiting and these packages are also very reasonably priced. They ensure maximum comfort and security and they are also highly customizable based on your preferences. If you have made up your mind to pock Kerala as your next spot for a vacation, come check out our amazing packages such as the Kerala family tour package from Delhi, the Kerala group tour package from Delhi, or the Kerala couple store package from Delhi, pick the one that suits your needs and leave the rest to Nitsa holidays, you can focus on packing your bags!

Come let’s see the 10 best things that you can do on a trip to Kerala

Visit the hill stations.

Kerala has some of the most picturesque and scenic Hill stations which are full of adventures and the most beautiful landscapes. There are a lot of hill stations that you can pick from for your Kerala tour package, However, Nitsa holidays suggest that you choose one of the following: Munnar, Wayanad, or Thekkady. All of these hill stations can offer you an amazing range of activities such as hiking, trekking, camping, sightseeing et cetera. There are tree houses in these hill stations where you can choose to spend your night and wake up to the most ethereal and enchanting views. These hill stations are covered with lush green tea gardens, coffee gardens, and spice plantations where you can learn the art of Tea, coffee, and spice cultivation and also production. You can take a walk amidst these dense green gardens and you can also choose to bring back some fresh and top-class produce with yourself as souvenirs. There are multiple lakes where you can go and try boating. There are some caves that hide amazing stories and mysteries that you can explore. There are quite a few waterfalls that you can hike to and then click amazing photographs of. You can also go to the wildlife sanctuaries and choose jeep or elephant rides that will take you amidst the dense forests and show you multiple varieties of flora and fauna, multiple amazing species of animals, and the wonderful wildlife of Kerala. 

Go to the beaches.

Kerala has some of the most scenic beaches in the entire country, which are surrounded by the most clear waters and magnificent views. You can try amazing water sports just lie around the beach and make sand castles or get a tan with your travel buddies. Some of the beaches will show you the views of locals fishing for the freshest produce using the iconic Chinese fishing Nets, some of the beaches are lined with iconic coconut trees and some of the beaches have amazing restaurants, serving the most finger-licking seafood, the top beaches in Kerala are in Kochi, Varkala, and Alleppey.

Try adventurous sports.

Based on the part of Kerala you are in, you will be able to try some amazing adventures. If you're around the coastline, you can try some fun and enjoyable water sports such as swimming, snorkeling, scuba diving, boating, or parasailing. The prices are pretty reasonable compared to any part of the country and it lets you enjoy the waters of Kerala in the best way possible. If you’re around the hill stations, the adventures take a different route and get even more thrilling. You can try hiking, zip lining, bungee jumping, or camping in the forests and jungles of the hill stations. Not only are they adrenaline-pumping, but they are also a way to capture the picturesque sites of Kerala.

Explore the culture.

Kerala has one of the most beautiful and diverse cultures in the entire country and it demonstrates it in multiple ways. You can visit some of the most beautiful mosques, churches, and temples in any part of Kerala and they will all be a very enchanting experience. You can also visit festivals and plays to see some amazing dance and musical performances such as the iconic  Kathakali and Mohiniyattam

Try the amazing cuisine.

Kerala has an amazing food scene which has influences from the colonial past, the Islamic past, and the coastal landscape. You can try the iconic Idli and Dosa, but you must also try some other amazing foods such as fresh seafood, Appam, and stew, the Onam Sadhya, the infamous Kerala Halwa, and the iconic banana chips.

Learn about the history of Kerala.

We all know that Kerala offered and introduced spices to the rest of the world, but to learn more and more about its history and its glorious past. You must visit some of its amazing forts, landmarks, and museums where you will have expert guides sharing the wonderful story of how Kerala used to be and what has helped to create the beautiful destination that it is today.

Explore the backwaters in a houseboat or a Shikara

No Kerala trip would be complete without exploring its beautiful backwaters on a houseboat or a Shikara. You can go to Alleppey for this wonderful ride which can be either for a few hours or be your accommodation for the night. These houseboats will take you through the backwaters, and show you the lifestyle of the locals cruise through the amazing paddy fields and villages across the swing coconut trees.

Take a train ride.

You must not miss the chance of traveling within Kerala on a train since no airplane or car can provide you with the views that a train window can provide. All of Kerala’s iconic sites such as the lakes, the villages, the forests, the tea gardens, and the paddy fields will be captured in a single journey.

Try the ancient Ayurvedic massage.

The origin of the ancient Ayurvedic massage is believed to be from Kerala. There are multiple iconic places where you can try this relaxing, rejuvenating, and enchanting massage which is done with the use of amazing techniques and herbal oils. These massages will not only relax your body, but they will help your mind and soul be free as well.

Visit the ancient Jew Town.

The highest Jewish settlers in India are found in Kerala namely Kochi, and this place will be an amazing learning experience for everyone. You can try some of the most unique Jewish dishes which are very different from the usual Indian palate. You can learn about the history of how the Jews came to India and made it their home and you can also understand how they have adapted to Indian culture slowly.

Nitsa Holidays believes that these are some of the best things that you can do when you are on your trip to Kerala. These activities, sites, and experiences will expose you to a lot of knowledge, fun, and serenity, all together. We can assure you that you will come back with the most amazing memories and your hearts will be content for a long long time.