Also known to be God’s own Country as well as the spice garden of India, Kerala is famous across the nation for its mesmerizing beauty as well as divinity. Can a couple think of any other venue to celebrate the purity and divinity of one of the most precious bonds on the Earth that we call marriage? There can be no other place than Kerala to memorialize their honeymoon with our exclusive honeymoon packages, accompanied by exclusive deals that can be equally appealing and worthy.
A hill station occupying the heart of the Idukki district of Kerala, Munnar is called the “Kashmir of South India”. Besides, it is also considered to be one of the popular honeymoon destinations of the country popular for its evergreen tea plantations and breathtaking views of the hills. Moreover, the beauty and serenity of this place are more than enough to cast a magical spell on the couples choosing Munnar as their honeymoon destination.
Munnar is known to wear a pleasant climate throughout the year with its alluring charm and appeal. Be it summer or winter, Munnar never fails to flaunt its magical beauty. For couples who are wildlife explorers, this place can prove to be a blessing. It is so because it is home to some of the most beautiful and dense wildlife sanctuaries and wildlife protected areas. It has enough resources to make the couples forget the outer World and dive deep into the valleys of Munnar.
Also, couples who are looking out for some adrenaline rush can try out the enthralling activities that Munnar offers such as trekking, hiking, mountain biking, and paragliding.
One of the most exciting honeymoon destinations in Kerala that honeymoon couples simply cannot miss out on is Allepey. Occupying the bank of the prismatic Vembanad Lake, this gorgeous and breathtaking city is synonymous with “Mecca” for the backwater vacationers on the Kerala trip. Embraced by the charm of silent backwaters as well as adorned with endless lagoons, Allepey is famous for its swaying beauty and enchanting charm. Hence, it is called the “Venice of the East”.
Honeymoon couples looking out for some romantic and quality time together should not miss out on the houseboat cruises across the Vembanad Lake and feel the serenity of the backwaters to derive utmost gratification.
This is a small island present in the Thiruvananthapuram district of Kerala that tends to offer a wide range of fun-filled things to try out, especially for honeymoon couples. The presence of pristine beaches spread across the island also attracts thousands of visitors throughout the year. These are the top things that couples need to do while on Poovar Island:
1) Unlimited fun at a wide number of beaches
A trip to Poovar Island is incomplete without visiting as well as exploring the beaches like Pozhikkara Beach, Lighthouse Beach, Kovalam Beach, and Hawa Beach.
2) Vizhinjam Harbour
Situated just at a distance of approximately 14 km from Poovar Island, Vizhinjam Harbour is considered to be a historically significant as well as important natural harbor. Couples can visit the cave temple here to witness the unique rock-cut sculptures standing strong since the 18th century. Besides, couples can also try out rejuvenating massage and treatment sessions at one of the famous ayurvedic centers at Vizhinjam.
It has been one of the most identifiable features of Kerala for a long time. This beach has a lot to offer its visitors, especially honeymoon couples who want to cut all ties from the outer world and desire to invest a little time to enhance the beauty of their relationship by celebrating it. Kovalam Beach is famous for sunbathing and herbal body toning massages, along with special cultural programs and catamaran cruising. The beach complex comprises a string of budget cottages, Ayurvedic health resorts, convention facilities, shopping zones, swimming pools, and Yoga centers.
The verdant green village situated on the banks of Vembanad Lake in Kerala’s backwaters, Kumarakom is shaded by rich green forests and numerous flowing lakes and canals. Couples who are bird lovers can explore this village because it tends to invite several migratory birds to the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary.
Another exhilarating place to witness in Kumarakom is the gorgeous Aruvikkuzhi Waterfall which remains surrounded by rich rubber plantations, thereby enhancing the beauty of the place and making it an ideal place for hiking and trekking. It holds the record of being one of the best waterfalls in the country.
Located at the heart of the Western Ghats and spread across an area of approximately 97 km2, Eravikulam National Park is heaven for those honeymoon couples who want to explore wildlife and interact with different species of flora and fauna. It is considered to be the first-ever National Park of Kerala with diversified species of fauna such as lion-tailed macaques, samba deer, and golden jackals. Thus, couples who are interested to connect with wild nature can visit this National Park for an unforgettable experience.
Beach is the most ideal place for honeymoon couples as the beach is considered to be a synonym for lots of fun and amusement. Kerala is famous for its exotic beaches. Alappuzha beach is one of them. This location is one of the most ideal honeymoon destinations and couples thoroughly enjoy their quality time on the beaches. It is a small coastal town that has gained much popularity over the years and is located in the southernmost part of Thiruvananthapuram.
The couples can end their trip by seeking blessings from the Shree Padmanabhaswamy Temple. It is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu. This temple is also considered to be a heritage site for its stupendous architecture which has been created using an intricate fusion of the Chera style and Dravidian style.
People worship Lord Vishnu’s “Anantha Shayana” posture (eternal yogic sleep) on the infinite serpent in the Shree Padmanabhaswamy Temple. Marriage is considered to be a fresh beginning between two souls and seeking the almighty’s blessing while starting a new journey is fruitful. Thus, honeymoon couples can seek Lord Vishnu’s blessings while unveiling a new chapter of their lives and pray for their well-being.
Kerala is called God’s own land for many reasons. This place has something to offer to people of all age groups. Be it beaches or temples, boathouses, or wildlife, Kerala always tops the charts when it comes to attracting tourists. Also, the affinity of local people towards their culture and tradition is worth mentioning which is clearly visible in their dressing style or food habit. It can be an ideal honeymoon destination for those couples who not only want to celebrate their bond of togetherness but also search for the ethnicity of a particular place.
The cuisine of this state is influenced by both vegetarian as well as non-vegetarian dishes. In non-vegetarian dishes, you can find a variety of items such as fish, poultry and red meat. Moreover, the most common ingredients that are used in almost all Kerala food are rice, fish and coconut. The flavours are enhanced with the help of chillies, curry leaves, mustard seeds, turmeric, tamarind, black pepper, cardamom, clove, ginger and asafoetida. Some of the most popular dishes that you can try out are Idiyappam with curry, Erissery, Puttu and Kadala curry, Appam with Ishtu, Ela Sadya and Parippu curry.
The best time to visit Kerala falls between September to March. During this time, the weather is extremely pleasant, having a comfortable climate, accompanied by less humidity. Thus, couples who are keen to explore the wildlife species and involve in adventurous activities can visit Kerala during this time to enjoy their trip to the fullest.
The summer season is not very ideal to visit Kerala because the temperature always remains above 29 degrees Celsius. Moreover, the humidity also remains quite high, which makes the beaches unfavorable.