Kannur Fort & Theyyam Day Trip
Kannur has St Angelo Fort, built by the Portuguese in 1505 and later held by the Dutch and the British, standing on a headland above a fishing harbour. The real reason to come is Theyyam — a ritual dance of the Malabar coast in which the performer is believed to become the deity, with towering headgear, fire and drumming. Theyyam season runs roughly October to May, performed at village shrines, usually at night.
Photographs of the places on this itinerary — The Trip India media library
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- Duration
- 1
- Destination
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- Planned days
- 1–8
- Travellers
- ₹3,200
- From, per person
- Easy
- English, Hindi, Malayalam
- Pickup included
- Book 1 days ahead
Your itinerary
A 1-day route through Kannur.
St Angelo Fort, built 1505
Kannur fishing harbour
Theyyam ritual performance
Malabar coast beaches
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Morning at St Angelo Fort and the fishing harbour, then the Payyambalam and Meenkunnu beaches. Evening at a village shrine for a Theyyam performance during the season.
St Angelo FortKannur fishing harbourPayyambalam beachTheyyam performance
Itineraries are indicative and may be re-sequenced for weather, road or permit conditions.
What's included
What's included
- Private air-conditioned car with driver for the day
- Fort entry
- Local guide
- Hotel pickup and drop
Not included
- Meals and drinks
- Offerings at the shrine
- Personal expenses and tips
- Travel insurance
Additional information
Everything the operator has confirmed about how this trip runs.
- Duration
- 1 day
- Group size
- 1–8 travellers
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Start time
- 08:00
- Guide languages
- English, Hindi, Malayalam, Tamil
- Pickup
- Included
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Customisable
- Yes, on request
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Good to know
Things to carry
- Modest clothing for the shrine
- Something warm for a night performance
- Camera — but ask before photographing the ritual
- Water
Important notes
Theyyam is seasonal, roughly October to May, and performed at village shrines on specific dates; we will confirm what falls on your day.,Photography of Theyyam is often restricted; follow the shrine’s rules.
Frequently asked
Why book with us
Flexible cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Local operators
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Guided in your language
English, Hindi, Malayalam, Tamil
Instant confirmation
No waiting on a callback
Planning Kannur Fort & Theyyam Day Trip?
1 day covering Kannur. Tell the operator your dates and group size and they will come back with dates and a firm quote.
- No payment taken on this page
- Instant confirmation
- Free to enquire, no obligation
Planning Kannur Fort & Theyyam Day Trip?
1 day covering Kannur. Tell the operator your dates and group size and they will come back with a firm quote.
- No payment taken on this page
- Instant confirmation
- Free to enquire, no obligation
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