Our chauffeur will receive you at Cochin airport, and you will be directly transferred to Munnar. Enroute, visit Cheeyapara and Valara Waterfalls. On arrival, check into the resort and relax. Overnight stay in Munnar.
Day 2 Munnar
Munnar, situated at the confluence of three mountain streams—Mudrapuzha, Nallathanni, and Kundale—is located 1,600 meters above sea level. This majestic hill station was once the summer resort of the British government in South India. Sightseeing: Mattupetty Dam, Kundale Lake, and Echo Point. Return to the hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 3 Munnar – Thekkady
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Thekkady. Enroute, stop at scenic tea plantations for a family photo shoot. Check into the resort. In the evening, opt for boating in Lake Periyar (not included in the package) or enjoy a martial arts show if interested. Alternatively, explore local shops. Overnight stay in Thekkady.
Day 4 Thekkady – Kumarakom
Post breakfast, check out and proceed to Kumarakom, the 'backwater paradise.' Reach Kumarakom in approximately 4 hours and check into the hotel. In the afternoon, you can opt for a 3-hour motorboat cruise (payable directly). Explore nearby attractions and enjoy an overnight stay.
Day 5 Kumarakom – Kovalam
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Kovalam. On arrival, check into the hotel. Proceed for local sightseeing (if time permits) or enjoy a leisure day. Overnight stay in Kovalam.
Day 6 Kovalam – Trivandrum City Tour
Embark on a full-day trip of Trivandrum City. Visit Padmanabha Swamy Temple, Horse Palace, Napier Museum, and Sree Chitra Art Gallery. Return to the hotel. In the evening, explore Kovalam beaches. Overnight stay in Kovalam.
Day 7 Kovalam – Trivandrum Drop
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Trivandrum Airport for your flight or train back home, cherishing the wonderful memories of your holiday in God's Own Country.
Justus and his team made all arrangements for us. We are a family of 4 with 2 yo (Read More)ung children. He was always by our side and made sure we enjoyed our vacation. Highly recommended for families who need extra care.
Agent: Javiva Adventures
Mamta • 3 months ago
The entire trip was handled with extreme professionalism by both Janet and our g (Read More)uide Bonnie.
We got to see the Big5 within 3 days of our itenary and more on the next days. Janet was very thorough with our itenary and helped us throughout and Bonnie knew all the best spots on all of our game drives. We didn't feel rushed throughout our tour, because it is designed very well to accomodate enough rest. 10/10 recommend
We didn't expect Kenya to be so cold, so at some places we missed warm water for (Read More) wash
Agent: Donwel Tours
Madhumita • 4 months ago
From the very beginning, Christine and Judith from Donwel Tours were highly atte (Read More)ntive to what we were looking to get from our first ever trip to Kenya, and Africa, for that matter. We wanted to cover a lot of ground, and were going from one agency to another before we found Donwel as most agents couldn't quite squeeze everything we wanted into our itinerary. Judith and Christine however made it all possible. Good quality stays everywhere, regular communication through the trip to ensure we were ok and were getting what we wanted. Special shoutout to Teeman, our driver who absolutely fantastic, drove safely and ensured our safety and comfort throughout the trip, regularly coordinating with Christine. This is an excellent team and we would highly recommend their services.
Everything was perfect.
Agent: Wild Portraits Safaris
Anirudh • 5 months ago
I reached out to Wild Portraits via a safari service website that featured numer (Read More)ous tour operators. Among the competition, James stood out due to his exceptional patience, politeness, and genuine curiosity displayed during our initial phone calls.
James swiftly emerged as the singular operator I wished to proceed with, and here’s why:
- Having substantial on-ground experience from spending extensive time on the safaris himself, he adeptly crafted a honeymoon package that perfectly suited my wife and me.
- He adeptly navigated our budget flexibilities and constraints to arrange an impressive array of delightful lodges and activities, focusing on maximising our day-to-day adventures, ensuring each day on safari and at the lodges offered a unique experience.
- A skilled photographer himself, James's comprehensive knowledge of various reserves and animal behaviours provided him with a distinct advantage in predicting animal locations and optimal times for photography, whether capturing sunrises, sunsets, or other moments.
- Our priority was to maximise game time and reserve experiences. James made certain our vehicle was ready, complete with packed hot breakfast boxes, for a prompt 6 AM departure every morning of the trip.
- Remarkably patient, he addressed all my queries, irrespective of whether they seemed 'silly' or insightful—from 'what to wear' at safaris, potential places to explore, to the animals we might encounter.
In summary, my wife and I enjoyed an extraordinary experience in Kenya, with Wild Portraits Safaris significantly enhancing the quality of that journey. We are eagerly anticipating more safaris and look forward to embarking on them with James and his team!
