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7 Days – Kerala Wildlife Tour Package
6 Nights / 7 Days
Cochin – Munnar – Periyar – Alleppey –
Cochin
Tour Overview
This 7-day Kerala Wildlife Tour blends lush greenery, hill-station charm, forest adventures and peaceful backwaters. Begin your journey in Cochin, a lively coastal city known for its culture and heritage sites. Continue to the beautiful tea-carpeted hills of Munnar and explore the wildlife-rich Eravikulam National Park. The tour then takes you to Periyar National Park, famous for boat safaris and elephant sightings, before you unwind on a traditional houseboat in Alleppey. A perfect itinerary for nature lovers, photographers and families looking for a scenic and relaxing holiday.
Tour Highlights:
- Explore historic sites in Cochin, including Mattancherry Palace & Chinese Fishing Nets.
- Drive through the lush tea gardens of Munnar.
- Wildlife spotting at Eravikulam National Park, home to the Nilgiri Tahr.
- Enjoy a boat safari at Periyar Tiger Reserve.
- Relax on a traditional Alleppey houseboat through Kerala’s backwaters.
- Private transfers and comfortable stays throughout the journey.
Detailed Itinerary
Arrive in Cochin and meet our representative for a comfortable transfer to your hotel. Spend the day relaxing or exploring the city’s coastal charm. Walk along the bustling waterfront or sample Kerala’s famous cuisine. Cochin’s blend of Portuguese, Dutch and local culture offers a warm introduction to the state.
Overnight stay in Cochin.
Begin your day with a cultural tour of Cochin. Visit the historic Mattancherry Palace, the centuries-old Jewish Synagogue, and the iconic Chinese Fishing Nets along the harbor. Explore St. Francis Church, the oldest European church in India. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Kathakali dance performance showcasing Kerala’s expressive classical art form.
Overnight stay in Cochin.
After breakfast, drive toward Munnar, Kerala’s most beautiful hill station known for rolling tea plantations and cool mountain air. The scenic route offers waterfalls, valleys and panoramic views. Check in at your hotel and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. You may take a walk through tea estates or simply relax and enjoy the climate.
Overnight stay in Munnar.
This morning, visit Eravikulam National Park, home to the endangered Nilgiri Tahr and lush mountain grasslands. Enjoy sweeping views of misty hills and wildlife habitats. Later, explore the Tea Museum to learn about Kerala’s tea heritage, followed by a trip to Mattupetty Dam and Echo Point. The day is filled with scenic beauty and pleasant weather.
Overnight stay in Munnar.
Drive to Periyar National Park, one of India’s most popular wildlife reserves. After check-in, enjoy a refreshing boat ride on Periyar Lake, where you may spot elephants, gaur, sambhar deer and various bird species. The park’s rich forest environment makes it ideal for photography and nature walks. Spend the evening exploring the spice markets of Thekkady.
Overnight stay in Periyar (Thekkady).
After breakfast, drive to Alleppey, the heart of Kerala’s backwaters. Board your private houseboat and enjoy a slow, relaxing cruise through coconut-lined waterways and peaceful villages. Watch daily life unfold along the riverbanks and savor delicious Kerala cuisine prepared on board. A perfect day to unwind in nature.
Overnight stay on the houseboat.
After breakfast on the houseboat, drive back to Cochin for your onward journey. The tour ends with unforgettable memories of Kerala’s forests, mountains and tranquil backwaters.
Tour concludes.
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Package Details & Booking Terms
- Complete ground arrangements in India as specified in the confirmed itinerary.
- Accommodation on double/twin sharing at the selected hotels.
- Breakfasts and other meals specifically mentioned in the itinerary.
- Private air-conditioned vehicle for airport transfers, intercity travel and sightseeing.
- Professional driver with fuel, tolls, parking and driver allowance.
- Domestic flights, train tickets, activities, entrance fees and guides when specifically included in final itinerary.
- Meet-and-assist service on arrival and departure, as mentioned in the itinerary.
- All Gov't taxes are included.
- International airfare, visa fees and travel insurance.
- Flights, trains or road journeys not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Meals, entrance fees, permits, camera charges and guides unless included.
- Personal expenses, tips and medical or emergency evacuation costs.
- Expenses caused by weather, cancellations, illness, roadblocks or other circumstances beyond our control.
- Hotels, transport and activities are subject to availability at the time of confirmation.
- Hotel check-in and check-out times apply as per individual hotel policy.
- Child rates, extra beds and complimentary stays depend on the confirmed hotel’s policy.
- Sightseeing may be adjusted due to weather, traffic, local restrictions or monument closures.
- The final written quotation will confirm the exact inclusions, exclusions and services.
- A 40% deposit is required to confirm your booking.
- The balance is payable 15 days before the tour or upon arrival in India, if agreed in advance.
- Payments must be made using the official bank or secure payment details provided by Tusk Travel.
- International transfer, card-processing and currency-conversion charges are payable by the traveller.
- 60 days or more before arrival: 10% cancellation charge.
- 59–30 days before arrival: 20% cancellation charge.
- 29–15 days before arrival: 25% cancellation charge.
- 14–8 days before arrival: 50% cancellation charge.
- 7 days or less before arrival, or no-show: 100% cancellation charge (no refund).
- Issued flight, train, permit and special-event bookings may be non-refundable.
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