The Western Ghats & Waterfalls Tour – 6 Days / 5 Nights is a nature-focused journey designed for travellers who love mountains, forests and cascading waterfalls. This itinerary takes you deep into the Western Ghats, showcasing iconic waterfalls, cool hill stations, wildlife-rich reserves and peaceful backwaters. From Athirappilly’s roaring cascades to Munnar’s tea gardens and Thekkady’s spice-scented forests, each day offers refreshing scenery and relaxed exploration. Ideal for nature lovers, couples and photography enthusiasts, this tour blends adventure with comfort and scenic beauty.
On arrival at Cochin International Airport or railway station, meet your Troper Tours representative and begin your scenic drive toward Athirappilly, passing lush countryside and forested landscapes of central Kerala. After hotel check-in, visit the majestic Athirappilly Waterfalls, often called the “Niagara of India,” followed by Vazhachal Falls nearby. Spend time enjoying the misty atmosphere, forest views and river scenery before returning to your hotel for a peaceful overnight stay surrounded by nature.
After breakfast, check out and drive to Munnar, which is regarded as one of the most famous hill stations in Kerala. The journey will bring you along winding mountain roads, spice plantations and teeming greenery that mark Western Ghats.An occasional stop off at wonderful look-outs or the way seems to continue on forever. Indeed, one must be careful not to drive into a river of pure white water!In the afternoon arrive at a resort nestling in the tea-covered hills around Munnar. Spend an evening at leisure, taking delight in cool weather and delightful surroundings. Overnight in Munnar.
Begin the day with a visit to Eravikulam National Park, home to the endangered Nilgiri Tahr and sweeping high-altitude landscapes. Continue to the Tea Museum to understand Munnar’s tea heritage. Later, explore Mattupetty Dam, Echo Point, Kundala Lake, Pothamedu Viewpoint and Attukad Waterfalls. Enjoy relaxed sightseeing with plenty of photo stops before returning to your hotel. Evening free for shopping tea and local products. Overnight stay in Munnar.
After having breakfast, drive to Thekkady by way of scenic roads filled with cardamom plantations and pepper orchards. From your forest-side resort in Thekkady you’ll be guided on a tour of the spice plantations. You will learn about the herbs of Kerala, take some home if they’re useful to your health. In the afternoon, delight in boating on Lake Periyar (subject to availability) which offers a chance to view all the birds and wildlife to be found around the lake shores. Spend the evening in cool woods. Overnight at Thekkady.
Start the day with breakfast before driving toward Vagamon, a serene hill destination known for rolling meadows, pine forests and misty valleys. Enjoy short walks and photography stops before continuing toward Alleppey, Kerala’s backwater capital. Check into your hotel or resort by evening and relax after the scenic drive. Optional sunset views or lakeside strolls can be enjoyed depending on arrival time. Overnight stay in Alleppey.
After breakfast, enjoy a relaxing backwater experience through Alleppey’s canals, lagoons and palm-lined villages, offering a glimpse into Kerala’s rural life. Depending on your departure schedule, you may opt for a short houseboat cruise or local sightseeing. Later, check out and transfer to Cochin Airport or railway station for your onward journey. Troper Tours bids you farewell with refreshing memories of waterfalls, hills and the Western Ghats’ natural beauty.
Yes. This itinerary is perfect for photography enthusiasts, offering misty mountains, dense forests, waterfalls, tea plantations and wildlife landscapes. Early morning and sunset viewpoints provide excellent lighting conditions, while forest routes and waterfalls add dramatic natural backdrops throughout the journey.
The tour involves light walking near waterfalls, viewpoints and plantations. No strenuous trekking is required, making it suitable for families and travellers with average fitness levels. Optional activities can be skipped without affecting the main itinerary.
Yes. Major waterfalls like Athirappilly and Vazhachal flow year-round, though they are most powerful during monsoon and post-monsoon months. Even in drier seasons, the surrounding forests and landscapes remain lush and scenic.
Absolutely. Activities like trekking, jeep safaris, bamboo rafting, paragliding in Vagamon or extended wildlife experiences can be added based on your interest. Troper Tours customizes the pace and experiences to suit your travel style.
The best time is September to March for pleasant weather and clear views. June to August is ideal for travellers who want to see waterfalls in full force and enjoy lush greenery, though occasional rain is expected.
5 nights accommodation in scenic hill and nature resorts
Daily breakfast at all hotels
Private AC vehicle with experienced chauffeur
Sightseeing as per itinerary
Athirappilly & Vazhachal waterfall visits
Tea estate walk and Tea Museum entry in Munnar
Spice plantation guided tour in Thekkady
Periyar Lake boating (subject to availability)
All tolls, parking, fuel and driver allowances
24×7 assistance from Troper Tours team
Airfare, train or bus tickets
Lunch and dinner unless mentioned
Entry fees not listed in inclusions
Optional adventure activities
Personal expenses and shopping
Camera/video charges
Early check-in or late check-out
Travel insurance
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Amazing service. Communication excellent both before and during holiday.
All hotels excellent.
Sree, our driver absolutely superb.
Our 10 day tour around Kerala was perfect.
Our 5-day Kerala trip with Troper Tours was a lovely experience from the moment we arrived until the final day. My friend and I travelled from the UK and everything was organised smoothly, which made the journey comfortable and easy. We enjoyed the changing scenery, local food, tea hills, backwaters and the relaxed pace of the trip. One of our favourite moments was reaching Munnar, where we could enjoy the cool weather, plantations and peaceful mountain views. The vehicle was comfortable, our driver was punctual and helpful, and the team was always easy to contact whenever we needed anything. What we appreciated most was that the trip never felt rushed or overly planned. We had enough time to enjoy Munnar, Thekkady, Alleppey and Trivandrum properly. Troper Tours took good care of us throughout the five days. A memorable Kerala holiday, and we would happily recommend them to other travellers visiting from the UK.
Our 6-day Kerala trip with Troper Tours was a wonderful experience from beginning to end. My brother and I travelled from Australia and everything was arranged very smoothly, which made the journey comfortable and stress free. We enjoyed the changing scenery, local food, backwaters and the relaxed pace of the trip. One of our favourite moments was the houseboat experience, where we could simply sit together, enjoy a nice meal and watch the peaceful water and village life around us. The vehicle was comfortable, our driver was punctual and helpful, and the team was always easy to contact whenever we needed anything. What we appreciated most was that the trip never felt rushed or overly planned. We had enough time to enjoy each place properly. Troper Tours took very good care of us throughout the six days. A memorable Kerala holiday, and we would happily recommend them to other travellers coming from Australia.