7 Wonderful Places to Visit in Kerala in December

The God’s own country, Kerala, the warm climate of the state becomes a bit too hot for some tourists to visit in the summers. That is why; Kerala receives most of its valuable tourists during the month of December, when the rest of the country stays dry and cold. The warm, comfortable and cosy climate of Kerala is perfect for travelling in December.

1. Wayanad

Yet another attractive tourist destination in Kerala that nature lover couples will love to enjoy their honeymoon at is Wayanad. The green Western Ghats, paddy fields and dense coconut palm forests, lofty peaks with wildlife being spotted here and there and exploring the Edakkal Caves, Wayanad will never bore you. You will enjoy the company of your life-partner in the wildest ways like trekking, exploring the wildlife and doing adventure activities.

 2. Idukki

In the comfortable December weather, Idukki Hill Station is the best choice for a short stay. This hill station on the Western Ghats is the best place to enjoy the beauty of nature. Elephant ride, spice plantations and trekking across the hills will certainly make your short stay an enjoyable one. The three rivers Thodupuzhayar, Periyar, and Thalayar will give you a comfortable setting to spend your evenings.

3. Nelliyampathy

If your concept of a short 2-day trip is to escape the hustle and bustle of the city life and enjoying an adventurous stay in the lap of nature Nelliyampathy is the right place for you to visit in December. The majestic beauty, beautiful road journey and a comfortable stay in the private hotels and resorts will make your Nelliyampathy visit the best choice for this December.

4. Munnar

The most popular hill station of Kerala as well as of South India, Munnar is a perfect place for those, who are looking for a beautiful stay in Kerala for a short period of time. The low-flying clouds, the soft breeze and the vast lands of tea farms that cover the small hills like a green blanket, Munnar will take you to a dreamland in just a moment. Small treks, spending time by the many small waterfalls on your way to the hill station and staying in the drowsy little hilly bungalows, Munnar offers the perfect setting for a short stay and trip.

5. Kumarakom

An extension of the backwaters, Kumarakom is a beautiful holiday destination in Kerala that offers an amazing natural setting to spend time with your loved ones. Perfect for a short trip of 3 days, sailing in the Vembanad Lake, spending time in the natural bird sanctuary and exploring the coconut fringed streets and backwater embankment will make your December trip truly a memorable one, right in the laps of nature.

6. Kovalam

Ask anyone, who has had a trip to Kerala and he will say that Kovalam was the most beautiful beach of all in the entire state of Kerala. Though Kerala has many beaches across the shore of Arabian Sea, Kovalam has its own unique charm that even foreigners love to stay in the resorts that are located on the Kovalam beach. The orange sky of the setting sun, the rocky cliffs, lighthouse, calm and serene personal beaches of the prestigious resorts and the green coconut and palm clad coastline, Kovalam is the perfect setting for any honeymoon couple.

7. Vagamon

Fertile valleys, rolling meadows of hillocks and numerous waterfalls that are cascading from the hills – Vagamon has such romantic charm in the air that every honeymoon couple enjoys their personal cosy time with their loved one. The December is the best time to visit this hill station that is no less beautiful than Munnar. The tranquil weather and the cool mountains certainly will make your honeymoon an enjoyable one.