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Kerala Backwaters & Ayurveda Retreat
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Educational Tours · Kerala & South
Kerala nature & backwaters field trip
5 days / 4 nights
Kochi · Munnar · Alleppey · Kochi Schools & colleges, 20–60 students
Starting from₹21,500per person
Tea hills, wildlife and the backwaters — a hands-on ecology field trip through Kerala with a naturalist, worksheets and safe group logistics.
From the spice-trading history of Fort Kochi to the cool tea hills of Munnar and the canals of Alleppey, students study ecosystems, water and agriculture with a naturalist and a tour escort.
- StartsKochi
- EndsKochi
- Best timeSeptember – March
Starting from · per person
₹21,500
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Tour rate
Starting from
₹21,500
per person · twin sharing
- Prices are per person on twin sharing, in Indian rupees, including GST.
- Hotels named are “or similar”. Groups of 10+ get special prices — ask us.
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Day by day
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Arrive and meet the tour escort. History walk in Fort Kochi — the Chinese fishing nets, St Francis Church and the spice market — then a group briefing.
Highlights of the day
- Chinese fishing nets — Shore-operated cantilever nets, a Fort Kochi landmark for centuries. Best at sunset
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Drive up into the Western Ghats, stopping at waterfalls and a spice plantation. Evening worksheet on rainforest layers.
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Eravikulam National Park to spot the endangered Nilgiri tahr, then the tea museum to see how tea is processed.
Highlights of the day
- Eravikulam National Park — High-altitude grassland park, home to the largest population of Nilgiri tahr. 7:30 am – 4:00 pm; closed in calving season
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Drive to Alleppey and explore the backwaters by country boat with a naturalist — wetland birds, paddy fields below sea level and village life.
Highlights of the day
- Kerala backwaters — A network of lagoons, lakes and canals parallel to the Arabian Sea coast. Daytime
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Closing quiz and certificates, then transfer to Kochi for the journey home.
MealsBreakfastLunchDinnerShare this day
Drive times are approximate and depend on road and border conditions.
Highlights
Eravikulam National Park (Nilgiri tahr)
Tea museum in Munnar
Backwater ecology by country boat
Fort Kochi history walk
Worksheets for each day
What’s included
Included
- Hotels on quad sharing for students, twin for teachers
- All meals (vegetarian option)
- AC coach, naturalist and guides
- Entry tickets
- Tour escort and 24/7 support
- Group travel insurance
Not included
- Train or air fares to Kochi
- Personal expenses
Tour preparation
Before you go
- Valid passport (6 months+) or government photo ID for Indian citizens.
- Travel insurance covering medical care and cancellation.
- Copies of documents saved on your phone and email.
What to pack
- Light cotton clothes; a warm layer for early mornings, hills and air-conditioned trains.
- Comfortable shoes that slip off easily for temples.
- Scarf or shawl to cover shoulders / head at religious sites.
- Sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, reusable water bottle, personal medicines.
Money
- UPI and cards work in cities; carry some cash (₹) for small shops, tips and villages.
- ATMs are widely available; tell your bank you are travelling.
Health
- Drink sealed bottled or filtered water.
- For Ladakh / high altitude, rest on day one to acclimatise.
Etiquette
- Remove shoes before entering temples and homes.
- Ask before photographing people.
Need help preparing? Your planner sends a personal checklist for your dates and route after booking. Ask on WhatsApp
Visa & entry rules
India — e-Visa for foreign nationals
Most foreign visitors need a visa; many nationalities can apply for the Indian e-Visa online at least 4 days before arrival. Passport valid for 6 months with 2 blank pages. Official e-Visa website.
Visa rules change. Always check official sources before you travel. Indian e-Visa (official)
Terms for this tour
- Prices are per student on quad sharing; teachers on twin sharing.
- 1 free teacher place for every 15 paying students.
- The final name list with ID copies is due 21 days before travel.
- A signed parent consent form is required for every student under 18.
- 30% on confirmation, 40% 45 days before travel, balance 15 days before travel.
- Payments from the school or company account by bank transfer.
| Days before departure | Charge |
|---|---|
| More than 45 days | ₹2,500 handling |
| 45 – 30 days | 25% |
| 29 – 15 days | 50% |
| 14 – 7 days | 75% |
| Less than 7 days / no-show | 100% |
Strongly recommended, covering medical care, evacuation and cancellation. We can arrange a policy on request.
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Tour map
Total distance355 km
Total drive time10 h
Stops3
Days5
- Day 2 Kochi → Munnar 130 km · 4 h
- Day 4 Munnar → Alleppey 170 km · 5 h
- Day 5 Alleppey → Kochi 55 km · 1 h
Distances and drive times are approximate and depend on road and border conditions.
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