5 Reasons for Visiting Kerala in April

Put on your sunglasses, take a camera, and get ready to feel the gusty wind of the gorgeous hill stations in Kerala. The best part? You can enjoy a family vacation or a romantic getaway without those suffocating crowds of thousands of tourists. The serene hill stations with towering mountains, rich green cover, waterfalls, and diverse fauna, will allure your senses, sans the traces of heat and exhaustion.

Kerala in April is blooming with natural beauty, reflected in its many hill stations. Munnar, without a doubt, is one of the best places to visit in April in Kerala. With stunning waterfalls, picturesque hills, and tea and spice plantations, Munnar is a summer paradise for travellers. Don’t miss out on an incredible opportunity to trek through lush greenery.

Done visiting Munnar? You can head to another popular hill station, Wayanad to take a tour of tea, coffee, and spice plantations or spot rich biodiversity. That’s not it. Kerala in April has much more to offer. A nature walk through the diverse forest and a Jungle Jeep Safari at Thekkady can be an excellent choice as well.

Thanks to a lesser number of tourists, summer is actually the best season to visit Kerala’s beaches. The beaches in Kerala are some of the best in the country. This is the best time to spend some time relaxing and rejuvenating amid surreal surroundings. Soak in the sun, read a book, listen to your favourite songs, or just laze around.

If you are touring with your special someone, you can make the most of this moment to create loving memories. Take a romantic stroll along the endless shore and watch mesmerising sunsets together. And yes, don’t forget to click some Insta-worthy pictures.

While the number of pristine beaches around the state can overwhelm you, here is a quick mention of Kerala’s most popular beaches - Kovalam Beach, Kappad Beach, Kannur Beach, and Varkala Beach. Make sure to carry your sunglasses and sunblock (just a friendly reminder).

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Just when you think that Kerala’s heavenly beauty is enough for an unforgettable summer vacation, enters its well-preserved art and cultural heritage. Summertime festivals reflect the true essence of this rich and diverse culture. So, if you want to enjoy some of these festivals, April is indeed the best month to visit Kerala. Some of the events that will be taking place this month are:

Nenmara Vallangi Vela - Held at the Nellikulangara Bhagavathi Temple Palakkad, it is indeed one of the most popular festivals to attend in Kerala in April. A grand procession takes place with colourful lights, an elephant parade, fireworks, and hundreds of artists showcasing the traditional art forms of Kerala.

Thrissur Pooram - An annual festival providing a deep insight into the spiritual and cultural background with colourful parasols, traditional music, and elephants, is also celebrated on 25th April.

Besides this, you can become a part of Malayattoor Perunnal, Kadammanitta Padayani, and Edathua Perunnal. They will make your trip even more joyous and fun

While in Kerala, you cannot afford to miss the blissful Kerala backwaters. Cruising on the houseboats along the emerald backwaters through the forest habitat is indeed one of the best things to do in Kerala. Besides, soaking in the unadulterated air and natural beauty, you can spot a rich variety of flora and fauna. What’s more? Pamper yourself with a relaxing spa treatment, go kayaking, enjoy lakeside strolls, and relish authentic local cuisine prepared by the on-board chefs.

Though a houseboat cruise is ideal throughout the year, its beauty is especially booming during the summer. With clear skies, pleasant weather, and fewer tourists, you will have an experience of a lifetime. Looking for the best place for a backwater cruise? The list is long. Alleppey, Kollam, Kumarakom, Kasaragod, and Kuttanad are some of the best places to visit in Kerala during April.

If you are a thrill-seeking traveller, Kerala will welcome you with open arms. Since this season is not every traveller’s first preference, you can enjoy thrilling adventure sports under a budget. Thanks to the pleasant Kerala weather in April, you can make the most of this opportunity to try your hands on these adventure sports if you haven’t already.

The beaches in Kerala offer several water sports, including kayaking, surfing, river rafting, parasailing, snorkelling, and scuba diving. If these water sports are not enough, you can go for a wildlife safari, mountain climbing, biking, fishing, and jeep rides in the forest. Whatever your choice is, there is a sports activity for you in Kerala.

With almost non-existent crowds, slashed prices, and an array of tourist places to visit in Kerala in April, it is the right time to plan a trip with your family and friends. Get out of your air-conditioned rooms, pack your bags, and satisfy the wanderlust in you.