🛺 Heritage Ride by Auto Rickshaw in Fort Kochi

Glide through the storied streets of Fort Kochi in a private auto rickshaw, led by a local guide who shares tales of Portuguese forts, Dutch palaces, and centuries of spice trade. A charming, breezy way to feel the pulse of old Kerala.

🐦 Birdwatching with a Naturalist in Thattekkad

Explore the pristine Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary at dawn with a specialist guide. Thattekkad’s forest trails offer sightings of endemic species like Malabar Trogons and Frogmouths in one of South India’s richest lowland habitats.

🎣 Fishing and Toddy Tasting with Local Villagers

Experience the raw, rural soul of Kerala. Cast nets with river fishermen, sip freshly tapped toddy in a thatched hut, and hear stories from locals who’ve lived off the land and water for generations.

🚴 Cycling Through Munnar’s Tea Gardens

Pedal along quiet paths between rolling hills and colonial-era plantations. This guided experience reveals Munnar’s natural grandeur and tea heritage—complete with rest stops for a hot local brew and mountain views.

🌿 Spice Garden Walk with Plantation Elders

Wander through working spice farms in the high ranges, learning how cardamom, pepper, and nutmeg are cultivated. Engage with planters who share generational knowledge, followed by a traditional spiced tea ceremony.

🍲 Cooking Session in a Forest Kitchen (Periyar)

In the heart of Thekkady, cook alongside a local chef using fresh, foraged spices and homegrown ingredients. Prepare Kerala classics like jackfruit curry and fish molee in clay pots over wood fire.

🥥 Canoe Ride in Kumarakom’s Secret Canals

Board a handcrafted canoe and drift through mirror-like waters fringed by coconut palms and tiny hamlets. Stop at a local home for banana fritters and spicy tapioca, while your guide shares stories of village life.

👘 Wear Traditional Kerala Attire at the Wellness Retreat

Adorn yourself in traditional Kerala whites during your Ayurvedic retreat—symbolic of purity and readiness to receive healing. It is more than dress—it’s ritual, respect, and immersion into centuries-old wellness traditions.

💆 Ayurvedic Spa Treatments in an Exclusive Healing Retreat

Under the guidance of an Ayurvedic doctor, receive therapies like abhyanga massage and steam bath. Your wellness programme is personal, with therapeutic cuisine, herbal teas, and silence amidst sacred gardens.

🍛 Kerala Sadya and Artisanal Sweets

Enjoy a ceremonial Sadya with over 20 dishes served on banana leaf—an expression of hospitality and community. Conclude with local sweet treasures like Payasam, Kuzhalappam, Achappam, and coconut-filled Bonda.

🛏️ Stay in Handpicked, Boutique Luxury Hotels & Estates

Each accommodation is an experience—whether a tea planter’s bungalow, a lakeside villa, or a heritage mansion in Fort Kochi. All offer privacy, character, and warm local hospitality curated for our guests.

🤝 Authentic Cultural Interactions, Not Performances

Meet real people—toddy tappers, artists, chefs, bird guides, and forest dwellers. These moments are not staged but spontaneous, respectful, and soul-stirring, connecting you deeply with Kerala’s living culture.

Please note: the experiences we offer may vary slightly depending on the season and time of travel.