Weekend getaways from Kochi

17 Jan 2024 02:09 PM

Pressed for time on a visit to Kerala? From all backwaters to tea plantations, hill stations to beaches; there are plenty of wonderful options to choose from to make your weekends fun-filled and rewarding. Here are the best weekend getaways around Kochi.

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1. Athirapally Waterfalls

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The ‘Niagara of India’ is one of the best places to catch in the Kerala monsoon. The 80ft-high waterfall on the Chalakudy River is considered the entrance to the Sholayar range and is surrounded by lush forest, and the lion-tailed macaque, among other animals.

Time: Best time to visit is from September to January

Distance: 85.2 km via NH544 and Chalakudy - Anamala Road

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2. Kuttanad

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A water paradise with backwaters, Kuttanad is a picturesque retreat that offers a relaxing time away. It is also renowned for its annual boat race on the Punnamada backwater.

Time: The exact time to visit Kuttanad is between October and March

Distance: 74.6 km via NH 66

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3. Mararikulam Beach

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Mainly located in Alappuzha district, Marari is also well-known for its astonishing beaches, easily the best in the state.

Time: September to May is the best time to visit

Distance from Kochi: 43km distance

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4. Idukki

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Idukki is a highly alluring retreat for tourists in God’s Own Country. Mainly crowned with verdant mountains, it boasts of Anamudi, the highest peak in India.

Time: Throughout the year

Distance from Kochi: 119km

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5. Thrissur

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Thrissur is the best holiday destination for a holiday if it’s not just the senses you are trying to indulge. Known as the Cultural Capital of Kerala, it is that exotic location which will open your eyes to the world of beauty created through the craftsmanship of both men and the gods.

Time: Best time to visit Thrissur is Jan to Dec

Distance: 83Km- 1hour 20 min from Kochi

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6. Vagamon

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Vegamon is mainly a hill station that lies in the border of Kottayam and Idukki district of Kerala. It is an interesting tourist place for many newly-weds and shutterbugs. The lust green plains, blue hills, meandering rivers, gushing waterfalls, fresh and breezy air and the deep pine forest contribute in making this place a much sought- after holiday destination.

Time: From Jan to Dec is the best time to visit

Distance: 102Km from Kochi

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7. Alleppey

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The list of places to visit in Alleppey is more like a buffet of the best, more than what a traveler can wish for. With attractions like the Alleppey Beach and Vembanad Lake to woo nature lovers, the ancient town church and Mannarasala Temple for the culturally inclined, Alleppey is a traveler’s delight.

Time: Best time to roam around Alleppey is Nov to Feb

Distance: 53.0 km via NH 66

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8. Some of the other places of a visit from Kochi are as follows

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1. Kumarakom

Time to visit: November to February:
Distance from Kochi: 48.0 km via NH 66

2. Vazhachal Waterfalls

Time to visit: September to February
Distance from Kochi: 66 km

3. Tirunelveli

Time to visit: October and February
Distance from Kochi: 274.5 km via NH744

4. Guruvayoor

Time to visit: October to February
Distance from Kochi: 92.7 km via NH 66

5. Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary

Time to visit: November to February
Distance from Kochi: 46.7 km via NH 66

6. Mahadeva Tample-Ettumanoor

Time to visit: February and March
Distance from Kochi: 57.2 km via SH15

7. Kuttanad

Time to visit: October and March
Distance from Kochi: 74.6 km via NH 66

8. Thommankuthu Waterfalls

Time to visit: From September to May
Distance from Kochi: 75.8 km via NH85

9. Peechi Dam

Time to visit: October to March
Distance from Kochi: 99.6 km via NH544

10. Tenkasi

Time to visit: July to March
Distance from Kochi: 214.7 km via NH744

11. Trivandrum

Time to visit: October to February
Distance from Kochi: 205.6 km via Main Central Rd

12. Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary

Time to visit: October to March
Distance from Kochi: 788.0 km via NH 66

13. St. Mary's Orthodox Church

Time to visit: October to March
Distance from Kochi: 254.2 km via NH 66

14. Cherai Beach

Time to visit: October to March
Distance from Kochi: 33.9 km via SH63

15. Poonjar Palace

Time to visit: From September until the end of March
Distance from Kochi: 80.6 km via Ettumanoor - Erattupetta - Poonjar Rd/Ettumanoor - Pala - Poonjar Rd

16. Kovalam

Time to visit: From November till February.
Distance drom Kochi: 213.0 km via NH 66

17. Rameshwaram

Time to visit: October to April
Distance from Kochi: 443.0 km via NH85 and NH87

18. Idukki

Time to visit: November to February
Distance from Kochi: 134.9 km via NH85

19 . Periyar National Park

Time to visit: September to April
Distance from Kochi: 154.8 km via NH183

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