Kerala, also known as “God’s Own Country,” is one of the best honeymoon destinations in India. With serene backwaters, lush green hills, and peaceful beaches, honeymoon packages in Kerala offer a perfect blend of romance and nature.
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Top Kerala honeymoon tour packages include stays in Munnar’s misty mountains, a houseboat cruise in Alleppey, and beach walks in Kovalam. Many Kerala tour packages for couples also include Ayurvedic spa treatments, candlelight dinners, and private sightseeing trips.
According to Travel+Leisure, “Kerala is among the top romantic destinations in Asia for honeymooners.” Lonely Planet adds, “A honeymoon trip to Kerala is not just a vacation – it’s an experience of love, culture, and beauty.”
Best Time to Visit Kerala for Honeymoon
The Best time to visit Kerala for honeymoon is from September to March. However many people prefer to have a monsoon honeymoon during the monsoon season to enjoy the rains and the cold, comfortable, and misty climate of Kerala. The monsoon season is also ideal for Ayurveda treatments and couple massages in Kerala.
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Average Cost of a One-Week Kerala Honeymoon
A great honeymoon should be a perfect romantic getaway that you and your partner will cherish all your life. The cost of a honeymoon in Kerala consists of airfare, accommodation, transportation, and activity costs and typically starts from INR 15,000 per person in good 3-star hotels.
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Airports in Kerala are well connected to other parts of India and Kochi is the fifth busiest international airport in India.
You will get accommodation of your choice as well as flexible cancellation options if you book your honeymoon through any of the local tour operators in Kerala rather than OTAs.
The tour operators have a much lower tax rate and have contract booking rates for hotels and resorts which help guests to book a honeymoon at a lower cost and book a honeymoon package in Kerala directly.
How to Choose Your Honeymoon Resort in Kerala ?
Kerala has the highest number of 5-star resorts in India. It also has a wide variety of accommodation options like boutique homestays, treehouses, and houseboats in backwaters with stay amenities along with 3-star hotels, Airbnb's, and bungalows.
You can read the reviews on TripAdvisor or take the services of an experienced tour operator to design a customized honeymoon package at the accommodation of your choice.
Explore the unexplainable beauty of Kerala with magnificent landscapes along with your loved one in premium or 5-star hotels, boutique homestays, treehouses, or houseboats when you book Kerala honeymoon tour packages.
The globally renowned Kerala cuisine, recognized by Travel & Leisure as the best breakfast in the world, adds a delightful touch to your journey. Additionally, the authentic Ayurvedic wellness and Spa treatments for which Kerala is famous provide boundless relaxation on a honeymoon.
You can book Kerala honeymoon packages from Delhi, Mumbai, or even honeymoon packages from Kerala itself. These Kerala couple packages are available for 2 to 7 days, with prices starting as low as ?8,000 per person.
Whether it’s a Kerala honeymoon trip, a Kerala couple tour, or a short honeymoon package for Kerala for 3 days, there’s something for every budget.
If you are dreaming of a romantic holiday, Kerala honeymoon packages for couples are the perfect choice.
Top 5 Destinations for Kerala Honeymoon Packages
Explore Kerala's history and heritage by visiting ancient temples and rich palaces. The vibrant festivals of Kerala like the Thrissur Pooram are a unique spectacle with caparisoned elephants, vivid colors, endless cheer, and percussion music.
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Whether you prefer watching sunrise and sunset from a cliff beach in Varkala, engaging in a boat ride in Thekkady to watch elephants and deer, exploring the peaceful beaches of Marari or a backwater houseboat experience in Kumarakom, your honeymoon in Kerala will be an unforgettable experience.
1. Munnar
A honeymoon in Kerala is incomplete without Munnar. Munnar is nestled in the Western Ghats, offering a breathtaking landscape with lush green hills, tea plantations, and mist-covered valleys.
Honeymoon couples can bond over a garden stroll and have a fun photo session in the tea gardens. The serene and romantic ambiance makes it the perfect setting for an intimate honeymoon experience.
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2. Thekkady
What is a honeymoon in Kerala without some wildlife and a boat ride? If you are a wildlife enthusiast you should opt for Kerala honeymoon packages featuring Thekkady. Enjoy boating, an easy forest trek, and witness elephants and sambars on your honeymoon in Thekkady.
For trekking enthusiasts, Periyar Lake and Periyar National Park are must-visits! Enhance your experience by adding bamboo rafting in Thekkady and watching a show of Kalaripayattu, the traditional martial arts, together in Thekkady on your Kerala honeymoon tour.
Explore nature's wonders together for an unforgettable wildlife-infused honeymoon in Thekkady in Kerala!
3. Alleppey (Houseboat)
Booking an Alleppey houseboat package for your Kerala honeymoon ensures a unique and romantic experience. Glide through the serene backwaters of Alleppey, surrounded by lush green paddy fields and rural villages.
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The houseboat will provide you with an intimate setting with a flower bed, a candlelight dinner, and luxurious amenities, promising privacy for couples on a Kerala honeymoon.
Watching sunset or sunrise over the backwaters from your private houseboat while indulging in delectable Kerala cuisine in banana leaves prepared by onboard chefs is an experience that is unique to Kerala Honeymoon.
An Alleppey houseboat cruise in the backwaters is a unique and enchanting way to commence your marital journey, promising relaxation, romance, and a touch of Kerala's natural beauty.
4. Wayanad
Wayanad is a lovers’ paradise. Wayanad welcomes couples with a set of enchanting tourist attractions. Banasura Hills offers an impressive backdrop for the most artsy honeymoon snaps with its serene outlook and undulating grassland.
Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary, which is home to rich biodiversity and verdant landscapes, invites adventurous pairs for an unforgettable wildlife safari experience where you can spot a tiger if you are lucky! Edakkal Caves not only hold ancient petroglyphs but are also prided for their pristine condition, prohibiting the entry of plastic and ensuring the preservation of their natural beauty.
Meenmutty Waterfalls, cascading down with tremendous gusto and enthusiasm, present a breathtaking spectacle perfectly crafting an ambiance of romance and intimacy for honeymooners. Each spot in Wayanad stands out and offers surreal experiences wrapped in nature's grandeur.
5. Varkala
Varkala in Kerala promises a unique blend of beachside romance and cultural charm for your honeymoon. The cliff-top beach in Varkala overlooking the Arabian Sea creates a mesmerizing backdrop perfect for intimate moments.
Taste delectable Kerala cuisine at the beachside shacks, explore vibrant flea markets, and witness spectacular sunsets over the ocean when honeymooning in the warm embrace of Varkala. Varkala's serene beaches offer relaxation, while the nearby Janardhana Swamy Temple adds a cultural touch.
That’s not all. The countryside adorned with mountain ranges is a sight for sore eyes. The beaches of Kerala will bring out the child in you. Couples opting for honeymoon packages in Kerala will find that Kerala is not just a destination but an experience to get immersed in.
The romantic memories you and your partner make on your trip will surely stay with you forever. Be adventurous, playful, and lively while embracing Mother Nature’s gifts on your honeymoon in Kerala.
Best Activities in Kerala Honeymoon Packages
1. Watching the Sunrise Together
On a honeymoon in Kerala, you can watch the sunrise together in the tea gardens of Munnar or Wayanad, on a houseboat in Alleppey or Kumarakom, or at the waterfalls in Athirappilly. Watching the sunrise together marks the dawn of a beautiful journey as partners in life and symbolizes a new beginning and a fresh start for newly married couples.
2. Trekking Together
Couples can journey through rugged trails to reach breathtaking peaks like Chembra Peak in Wayanad, Meesapulimala in Munnar, or the jungles of Thekkady where the shared path leads to enchanting vistas and closer connections.
3. Bamboo Rafting
Gliding on serene waters with bamboo rafts in Thekkady not only lets one get up close and personal with nature but offers couples cute moments of togetherness amidst nature's whispers, creating cherished memories.
4. Watching Marital Arts
Observing performances of local art forms like the Kalarippayattu martial arts or the Kathakali dance stimulates a sense of wonder along with the thrill of learning from the new habitat unifying the duo's experience.
Most Romantic Tourist Spots for Your Honeymoon Photos
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Tea Gardens in Munnar
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Chinese Fishing Nets in Fort Kochi
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Houseboats in Alleppey
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Chembra Lake in Wayanad
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Kathakali performances in Thekkady
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Beaches of Kovalam or Poovar
Ignite the sparks of love between you and your beloved as you select from our specially crafted itinerary options along with our Kerala tour package for couples. Check out the various Kerala honeymoon packages along with their prices and select the one that best suits your needs, preferences, and your idea of romance!
Booking Kerala honeymoon packages with Iris Holidays
Begin your journey of togetherness with the perfect honeymoon trip to Kerala with the Iris Holidays Kerala honeymoon packages for couples. Celebrate your union as you take the first step into your married life with our specially handcrafted Kerala tour packages for couples.
Honeymoon packages in Kerala from Iris Holidays bring you the best that Kerala has to offer including flower beds in private Kerala houseboats, candlelight dinners & private transfers for the honeymoon couple. From the hills of Munnar to the backwaters of Alleppey, each aspect of Kerala spells out romance. Serenity and calmness come hand in hand with each customized Kerala honeymoon package.
Had an amazing tour with Iris Holidays! Our driver-guide, Mr. Monesh, was incredibly kind and made us feel safe and comfortable as two women travelers. He also took fantastic photos and videos for us! From elephant rides and tea factory visits to Kat