The beautiful and splendid Kerala offers a vast diversity of its natural charm. The charm of Kerala is not limited to backwaters, beaches, houseboats and luxurious resorts. Numerous hill stations are the gems studded in the crown of Kerala that can never be ignored.
So if you are ready to explore the hilly charm of Kerala, go through the list of best hill station in Kerala that can help you to breathe in all refreshing air:
Lush Green Wayanad
Blessed with mist clad mountains and rivers, Wayanad is one of the most popular hill-stations in Kerala and is perfect for a weekend getaway. Thick rainforest, stunning waterfalls, and spice plantations are not all the things to see but also loads of adventure to enjoy.
Things to do: Trek to Chembra Peak, visit Pakshipathalam, Kuruva Island, Muthanga Wildlife Sanctuary, and Soochippara Waterfalls
Amazing Munnar
Popular for its romantic offerings, Munnar is the most popular hill station in Kerala which offers lush green tea gardens. And if someone is lucky and planned accordingly, can see the blooming valley of Neelakurinji which is said to come alive once in every 10-12 years.
Things to do: Visit Eravikulam National Park, Tata Tea Museum, and Muttupetty Dam & lake
Adventurous Vagamon
Surrounded by three hills, Vagamon is a place of impeccable beauty. With a perfect blend of meadows, forests, and hills, Vagamon is favourite of nature lovers and adventure enthusiasts. A couple can take at stroll through the natural trails formed in the valleys. They can see elephants and buffaloes bathing in the small water bodies.
Places to visit: Thangal Para, Kurisumala Dairy Farm, and Mundakayam Ghat
Romantic Ponmudi
One of the most popular hill stations near Trivandrum with narrow winding pathways, Ponmudi offers a beautiful array of mountain flowers, small rivulets, and butterflies. This beautiful sight can be enjoyed by sitting next to your loved one or your partner.
Places to visit: Golden Valley, Meenmutty Waterfalls, and Peppara Wildlife Sanctuary
Refreshing Idukki: Rich in nature, Idukki is one of the most popular destinations and offers attractions such as wildlife sanctuaries, mountain treks, spice plantations, and elephant rides too. There are very few hill stations that can compete with the natural charm of Idukki.
Places to visit: Idukki Wildlife Sanctuary, Kalliyanathandu, and Idukki Arch Dam
Splendid Thekkady
Blessed with exotic flora and fauna, Thekkady is an unmatched beauty in Kerala. This is one of the most popular hill stations that is visited by a large number of tourists every year.
Places to visit: Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, Vandanmedu, Kumily, and Murikkady
Best time to visit: September to May is the most favourable time to visit Thekkady
Stunning Silent Valley
Spend a delectable holiday spell and bag unforgettable moments in the famous Silent Valley which offers all the rustic charm such as lush green hills and mist-clad mountains. One should not miss the opportunity to visit Silent Valley National Park, which is one of the most amazing and ecologically diverse areas on the globe.
How to reach: Palakkad is the nearest railway station (69 km) and Coimbatore is the nearest Airport (91 km)
The beauty of Kerala can never be folded in limited words. One needs to book one of the suitable Kerala tour packages to explore the unexpected charm of Kerala hill stations.
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