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Summer is the wettest season in Kerala with June, July, and August being the rainiest months. After the monsoons, nature gets exceptionally lush and green; therefore, the period from September to November is the best time to visit Kerala. Late August and September is time for the biggest in the area Onam festival, authentic snake boat races, and colourful Ganesh Chaturthi Hindu holiday with special food and traditions. In October, you can watch giant bonfires and statues during the Dussehra processions. Early fall is good for visiting tea plantations, while from November on, visitors can observe coffee harvest.

17 things to do in Kerala

Motorcycle Trips

June–March Activity

Find a bike, hit the road, and let the mantra 'ready, set, go' be with you!

Cochin Carnival (New Year's Eve)

December 25, 2024–January 1, 2025 Event

Kick up your heels to see off the outgoing year and celebrate the arrival of the New Year in a magnificent way!

Birdwatching

October–March Nature

The avian diversity of India is shocking. Wake up your inner birdwatcher, get armed with a good pair of binoculars, and go explore!

Coffee Harvest

November-March Food

Catch full-bodied taste, unique flavour with fine aroma! Enter the world of remarkable Indian coffee

Ganesh Chaturthi

September 7, 2024 Event

May the blessings of Sri Ganesha be upon you all! Immerse yourself into one of the most widely celebrated festivals in India

Beach Season

November–March Activity

India's long coastlines make for an amazing tourist paradise. Find a beach perfectly suited to your own style!

Onam Festival

September 15, 2024 Event

Get involved and catch your blessing of happiness and prosperity

Snake Boat Races (Vallam Kali)

July–September Event

Get into the spirit of the largest team sport in the world!

Bull Surfing

mid-August Event

Looking for an exotic water sport? Go watch Maramadi bull surfing

Maha Shivaratri

March 8, 2024 Event

Immerse yourself in Maha Shivaratri—discover overall definition of the Hindu galaxy and honor Lord Shiva with the believers

Surfing

October–May (beginners & learners) | March-September (pro's) Activity

India is for surfers! Just find your own perfect spot and enjoy the waves

Dussehra (Vijaya Dashami, Dasara, or Dashain)

October 2, 2025 Event

Don't miss a chance to get a closer look at the religious traditions of India

Litchi (Lychee)

May–June Food

Discover the unique taste of the juicy Asian 'apple'

Scuba Diving

May–January Activity

Leave your everyday routine and lose yourself in a sea full of exotic underwater beauty

Tea Harvest

March–November Food

Haven't tried Indian tea? Haven't tried life!

Kolukkumalai Tea Estate

December–mid-June Activity

The world's highest tea plantation offers panoramic views at 8,000 feet (2,438 m)

Munnar Road

August–mid-June Activity

A spectacular winding road going through mountains and tea plantations

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