If you wish to be 'on cloud nine', visit the hill stations of Kerala. Soaked in sheer natural beauty, the hill stations are the perfect places to spend some quality time in the lap of Mother nature. On the hill stations of Kerala, the beautiful vistas unfold dramatically like a mystery leaving visitors spell bound. With every gaze at the blue mountains, arresting valleys, beautiful clouds you will feel rejuvenated to the hilt. The beauty of these hill stations increases manifold after drizzling when the gorgeous green terrain gets enveloped in mist.
Nestled in the beautiful Wayanad district of Kerala, Chembra Peak rises to an altitude of 2100 m above sea level. Gifted with salubrious climate and sheer natural beauty, it is the highest peak in the district. For adventure you can enjoy trekking. Camping facility is also available here.
Offering old-world charm, Chithirapuram takes pride in its fascinating tea gardens, hills and streams. It is located near Munnar and provides opportunities for adventure. Here you can indulge in mountain hiking, trekking and nature walks. There are beautiful and traditional cottages, bungalows, playgrounds and courts located here.
Attracting many a tourist, Devikulam is one of the most famous hill stations of Kerala. Visit it and treat your senses to the lush green vegetation, arresting hills, lovely flowers, and mesmerizing lake. The sacred lake at this hill station has a fountain spring of mineral water. Hiking, trekking and mountaineering are some of the recreational activities one can plunge into at Devikulam. Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary is an amazing destination located at an hour's drive from Devikulam.
Its incredible natural beauty leave the onlookers awe-inspired. Around 97 % of its area is covered with bewitching mountains and forests. Rich in fauna and flora, Idukki has wonderful wildlife sanctuaries and spice gardens. You can even enjoy elephant rides and trekking at this celestial destination. Also visit the arch dam in Idduki, which is Asia's first and the world's second arch dam.
Famed for its fascinating tea and coffee gardens, Munnar overflows with natural beauty. An important tourist destination of Kerala, Munnar has an altitude of 6000 ft. It houses the famous Eravikulam National Park, which is a home to the endangered Nilgiri Tahr.
If you love rain, come to Kakkidi, a hill station which receives world's second highest degree of rainfall. It is the perfect place where you can enjoy rain, mountain, streams and forest. Pamper yourself with rejuvenating activities such as trekking, bird watching, nature walks and boating. Edakkal Caves, Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary and Chethalayam waterfalls are the attractions located near Lakkidi.
It is a wonderful hill station offering natural beauty in plenty. Located in the western ghat range of South India, Mattupetty boasts of mesmerizing springs, tea garden, rivers, forests and gardens. There is also a specialized dairy farm where a wide variety of cattle are reared.
Inviting tourists to bask in its pristine natural beauty, Peruvannamuzhi is located in the Calicut district of Kerala. It is a popular picnic spot where people come to refresh themselves. The rejuvenating garden, beautiful lake reservoir with small islands, bird sanctuaries, crocodile farm are its main highlights.
Enveloped in sheer natural beauty, Pythal Mala is a great place for trekking. Rich in bio-diversity, this hill station greets you with picturesque views. It is located at an altitude of 1372 m, near Kerala Karnataka border.
Full of aromatic tea, coffee, cardamom, pepper and rubber gardens, Vythiri is located in the north eastern tip of Kerala. Picturesque surroundings, salubrious climate and fresh air, what else one needs to unwind! Also notable are the tree houses and long rope bridges hanging over the streams.
Go for boating on the wonderful lakes of Wagamon and have a great time. Also enjoy the beauty of the waterfalls. The landscape of this hill station is truly mesmerizing.
This fascinating hill station is marked by lush greens, picturesque locations and pleasant environment. Located in the Palakkad district of Kerala, Nellyampathy is also known for its tea and coffee plantations. It is a great place for adventure seekers.
Nestled on the western ghats in Kerala, Ponmudi serves as a delightful treat to the senses. Its aromatic tea gardens deserve mention. Attracting many a tourist, it is located near the sea. Endowed with bewitching waterfalls and natural beauty, Ponmudi is known for its annual Aaranmula Boat Race.
