Kerala Travel Guides

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Month-by-month advice for Kerala: the dry season, the two monsoons, Onam and the seasons for Ayurveda, hills and backwaters.

Flights into Kochi and Thiruvananthapuram, trains along the coast, driving from Bengaluru and Chennai and how to link the main bases.

Temperatures, rain and humidity in Kochi, Munnar and the coast for every month, and what each season means for your plans.

What a Kerala trip costs and why quotes differ: houseboat category, hotel type, season, vehicle and the costs paid on the spot.

Appam and stew, sadya, karimeen, prawn roast, parotta and filter coffee: a guide to Kerala food for vegetarians and meat-eaters.

How to choose a houseboat, what to ask before you book, and how to get around Kerala by car, train, ferry and water metro.

Practical advice for Kerala: monsoon and landslide safety, beach currents, temple dress codes, strikes, health and responsible travel.

How to plan your first Kerala trip: choosing bases, the right season, houseboat tips, pacing and the most common mistakes.