Places To Visit In Kerala In September

Known For : Houseboats in Alleppey Alleppey Backwaters Kuttanad

Also sometimes known as 'Venice of the East', Alappuzha backwaters are famed for their annual snake boat race in the month of September. After the heavy monsoons, the place is covered with thick greenery, and the weather is simply to die for. A cruise or houseboat down the picturesque backwaters of Alappuzha is something to root for during the month of September.

Best Time: June to March

37 Alleppey Attractions

Known For : Periyar National Park Periyar Tiger Trail Bamboo Rafting in Thekkady

Periyar forests of Thekkady and the wilderness of Gavi are one of the finest wildlife reserves in India. Both the forests are well-developed wildlife reserves. The monsoon showers make the forests freshly washed. The thick green cover adds to the tranquillity of forests. Many endangered species of wildlife thrive in these forests, and activities like elephant safari and bamboo safari are popular tourist activities.

Best Time: Throughout the year

24 Thekkady Attractions

Known For : Echo Point, Munnar Atukkad Waterfalls Munnar Tea Plantations

Popular for vast tea plantations, Munnar is a beautiful hill station in Kerala. The Misty atmosphere, scenic mountains, lush green lands, tall palm trees and amusing waterfalls are everything that a traveller could imagine. One of the coldest places in Kerala, Munnar is breathtakingly beautiful during September, just after the monsoons.  Elephant Safari, Rock climbing, Rappelling and Yoga are activities to be indulged in.

Best Time: September to May

51 Munnar Attractions

Known For : Banasura Sagar Dam Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary Chembra Peak

Dreamy tree houses tucked away amidst forests, cascading waterfalls, gorgeous views of the valley, drizzling weather and pristine plantations of tea, coffee and spices, Wayanad is a perfect hill paradise. The area is a well-known Wildlife Sanctuary as well. A wide array of flora and fauna including sandalwood and eucalyptus trees along with various species of wildlife like Royal Bengal Tigers, Spotted Deer, Gray Langurs and Peacocks can be found here.

Best Time: Throughout the year

35 Wayanad Attractions

Known For : Kovalam Beach Vizhinjam Lighthouse Aazhimala Shiva Temple

In the state capital of Thiruvananthapuram, Kovalam is a place known for its assortment of splendid beaches. The crescent shaped beach with its massive outcrops offers picture perfect topography. Haylon Castle standing on the top of a rock near the beach is one of the major attractions here. While Lighthouse Beach is the most famous beach here, the liveliest one is Hawa Beach.

Best Time: September to March

33 Kovalam Attractions

Popular for its idyllic homestays and houseboats, Ashtamudi Lake is one of the best places to visit in Kerala during the month of September. The lake is high on water level after the spell of fresh rains. You can spend time on the banks of the lake or indulge in fishing.

Known For : Bekal Fort Bekal Beach Kappil Beach

Well known for the Bekal Fort, Bekal is another must visit district in Kerala in September. The place is blessed with rivers, hills and stunning beaches. Tourists can experience the beautifully constructed walkway that helps in exploring the vast coastline and grab the panoramic view of Bekal Fort.

Best Time: October to March

12 Bekal Attractions

Athirappally and Vazhachal are the waterfalls in the Thrissur district of Kerala. Monsoon showers make the waterfalls roaring and scintillating as they are at their full capacity. Visiting these in the month of September is an overwhelming experience that should not be missed.

Perched at a height of 1700 meters, Mattupetty is little hill town nestled amid Idukki hills. It is best known for its majestic dam and a gorgeous lake. It is an ideal spot for a rejuvenating holiday as the place is covered with lush greenery and frequent rains add the misty touch to the environment.

Kerala is quite famous for its Ayurvedic centres. According to the ancient texts of Ayurveda, monsoons is the best time to undergo Ayurvedic treatments as the air is clean, moist and fresh. September is an ideal month as the rains leave the air dust free which is perfect for opening the pores of the skin. The treatment during this period is considered highly effective.