Best Kerala tour operator
Kerala Travels organized our backwater trip perfectly. The houseboat was excellent and the local experiences were authentic. Highly recommended.
AI22
Ananya Iyer
Kerala.com Travel DivisionBest time to visit · 10-28°CCultureFoodHistory
Kerala.
God's Own Country
28
Cities
3,453
Listed stays
8
Dining spots
9
Attractions
Overview
About Kerala
Kerala is a tropical paradise on India's southwestern coast. Famous for backwaters, hill stations, beaches, Ayurvedic traditions, and high literacy rate.
CultureFoodHistoryNatureHeritage
Area
38,863 sq km
Capital
Thiruvananthapuram
Languages
Malayalam, English
28
Cities & towns mapped
Every city links to its own guide with local stays, food and experiences.
3,453
Stays
8
Dining
Destinations
Cities worth your time in Kerala
Ranked by verified listings — tap a city for its full local guide.
Rankings
Browse all businessesTop rated in Kerala
Verified businesses ranked by the platform trust score — reviews, reliability, service and value. No pay-to-win ordering.
13,603
Businesses ranked
7.9
Average score
unranked
486
unranked tier
35.2unrankedKerala.com Travel Division
Travel Agent•Kochi•#1 in category
35.0unrankedSeira Travels
Travel Agent•Kochi•#2 in category
23.9unrankedTaj Malabar Resort & Spa, Kochi
Hotels & Resorts•Kochi•#1 in category- 4
23.9unrankedBrunton Boatyard, Kochi
Hotels & Resorts•Kochi•#2 in category - 5
23.9unrankedKochi Marriott Hotel
Hotels & Resorts•Kochi•#3 in category - 622.1unranked
Crowne Plaza Kochi
Hotels & Resorts•Kochi•#4 in category - 7
11.3unrankedNiyati Homestay, Fort Kochi
Hotels & Resorts•Kochi•#5 in category - 8
11.0unrankedRoastown Global Grill
Restaurants & Cafés•Kochi•#1 in category - 9
11.0unrankedTRANZ CARS
Taxi & Transport•Kochi•#1 in category - 10
10.6unrankedHyrecabs - Self drive Rent a Car
Taxi & Transport•Kochi•#2 in category
Reviews
What travellers actually say
Real, moderated reviews from customers who booked and visited — verified bookings flagged separately.
5.0
Across 4 reviewed businesses
0%
Verified bookings
55
Found helpful
Authentic Kerala experience
The village visit and Theyyam performance were highlights. The guide was knowledgeable and the itinerary was well-paced. Will book again.
RM19
Rohit Menon
Kerala.com Travel DivisionSecond trip with Kerala Travels
Booked our second trip with Kerala Travels and they delivered again. The Munnar tea garden tour was the highlight. Highly recommended!
AI14
Ananya Iyer
Kerala.com Travel DivisionBook now
All toursTours you can book in Kerala
Curated packages with real itineraries, durations and traveller ratings — reserve online.
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Everything you can book in Kerala
4,851 verified listings across 5 categories — stays, dining, travel agents, wellness and transport.
3,793
Hotels & Resorts
Verified stays from budget rooms to luxury resorts
818
Travel Agent
Licensed agencies and custom trip planners
94
Restaurants & Cafés
Local kitchens, street food and fine dining
75
Ayurveda & Wellness
Traditional treatment centres and retreats
71
Taxi & Transport
Airport transfers, day cabs and car rentals
Promoted
See all staysFeatured & popular stays
Properties the platform has highlighted — most-booked and editor-featured stays for this destination.
Stay
Search staysWhere to stay, by style
Filter by property type — houseboats, resorts, heritage homes and more. Trust scores come from verified reviews.
5-starLuxuryKochi Marriott Hotel
Business District•Trust score 23.9
From
₹7,000
Crowne Plaza Kochi
•Trust score 22.1
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The Old Courtyard Hotel
•Trust score 12.7
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Bekal Fort Inn
•Trust score 11.4
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2-starBudgetLa promenade
Beachfront•Trust score 11.0
From
₹2,000
Xandari Riverscapes
•Trust score 8.9
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5-starPremiumCasino Hotel, CGH Earth
Island•Trust score 8.6
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Le Méridien Kochi
•Trust score 8.6
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Experiences
See moreAttractions & things to do
Shown in the platform's curated featured order — filter by interest to narrow the list.
WildlifeGuruvayur Elephant Camp
Guruvayur
MuseumsMaha Vishnu Temple
Guruvayur
NatureChembra Peak
Guruvayur
BeachesGuruvayur Beach
GuruvayurHeritagePunnathur Kotta Palace
GuruvayurMuseumsParthasarathy Temple
GuruvayurNaturePariyalur View Point
NelliyampathyNaturePothundi Reservoir
NelliyampathyNatureNelliyampathy View Point
NelliyampathyDining
All restaurantsEat like a local
Restaurants and eateries across the state, with cuisine, price band and ratings.
Rice Boat
4.6Seafood / Kerala
Luxurykochi
Saravana Bhavan pur Veg
South Indian · North Indian · Chinese
Budgetmunnar
Sri Ashvini Karaikudi Chettinad Restaurant
Chettinad · South Indian · Tamil Nadu
Mid-Rangemunnar
Olivia Communications
Kerala · South Indian · Indian
Mid-Rangemunnar
Ambatt Restaurant
Local cuisine
Mid-Rangekochi
Hotel Raghavendra
Local cuisine
Mid-Rangekochi
Seapark
Local cuisine
Mid-Rangekochi
Zaina Bakery
Local cuisine
Mid-Rangekochi
Beyond stays & dining
More to explore
Every other category the platform has verified in Kerala — each with its own top listings, ranked and photo-first.
Travel Agent
818Licensed agencies and custom trip planners
35.2Kerala.com Travel Division
Kochi•4.8
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11.4Air Arabia
Kochi
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11.0PLATONIC HOLIDAYS PRIVATE LIMITED
Kochi
Verified listingView
11.0Kalypso Adventures
Kochi
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11.0MATHEW VOYAGES PVT LTD
Kochi
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11.0INDIAN TOUR MAKERS
Alappuzha
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11.0Kannur Tours and Holidays
Kannur
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11.0Carnival Tours & Travels
Kochi
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Alappuzha
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Ayurveda & Wellness
75Traditional treatment centres and retreats
9.1Sreedhareeyam Ayurvedic Eye Hospital & Research Centre (P)Ltd.
Kochi
Verified listingView
6.3Sanjeevanam Ayurveda Hospital
Kochi
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6.3RASAYANA AYURVEDA CENTRE
Kochi
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5.8NANGELIL HOSPITAL
Kochi
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Nikki's Nest Ayurveda Hospital
Kovalam
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Somatheeram Ayurveda Village
Kovalam
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Somatheeram Ayurvedic Health Resort
Kovalam
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Rockholm Ayurveda and Yoga Retreat
Kovalam
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The Raviz Kadavu Resorts & Spa(RP Resorts Private Limited)
Kozhikode
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Taxi & Transport
71Airport transfers, day cabs and car rentals
South Gate Tours & Travels
Thiruvananthapuram
Verified listingView
11.0TRANZ CARS
Kochi
Verified listingView
10.6Hyrecabs - Self drive Rent a Car
Kochi
Verified listingView
10.6Ultimate Cab Munnar
Munnar
Verified listingView
10.6Munnar Taxi - Royal Travels
Munnar
Verified listingView
10.6Munnar Dreams Holidays
Munnar
Verified listingView
10.4COCHIN TAXI RENTAL
Kochi
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10.4Kerala Taxis - Taxi Service
Kochi
Verified listingView
10.4Cochin Car Rentals
Kochi
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Culture & Food
Taste, festivals & insider tips
What to eat, when to celebrate and how to travel respectfully.
Must try
Flavours of Kerala
Traditional Kerala cuisine at a local restaurant
Kerala Special DishRegional ThaliLocal CurryTraditional Snacks
Street food
Chaat · Samosa · Local Street Food · Regional Specialty
Festivals
Celebrate with the locals
- Oct-NovKerala Festival
Major cultural festival celebrated across Kerala
- JanHarvest Festival
Traditional harvest celebration
Local tips
Travel smart
- Visit Kerala during winter for pleasant weather
- Try the local Kerala cuisine — it's renowned
- Explore the local markets for authentic experiences
- Hire a local guide for the best experience
- Respect local customs and traditions
Safety rating: Safe
Trust & Ranking
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Every business gets a 0–100 trust score built from verified signals — not from who paid the most. Paid placements are always labelled.
What the score is built from
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Verified ratingguest scores
Review volumehow many
Review recencyrecent months
Trust signalsverification
Profile completenessdetail quality
Engagementviews & saves
Content freshnessrecently updated
Unique photographyreal photos
Tiers
Where a score places a business against its peers.
platinumScore 85+Top 1%
goldScore 70 – 84Top 5%
silverScore 55 – 69Top 20%
bronzeScore 40 – 54Top 50%
unrankedBelow 40Building
Featured and Popular placements are promotional and always carry a label — the trust score itself is never bought.
Highest ranked herebronze
Bethel Heritage Resort
Trust score 12.3
Best Time
When to visit
Plan around the season — winter gives clear skies, monsoon brings the backwaters alive.
Recommended
Nov-Feb
Winter
Best time to visit
10-28°C
Mar-May
Summer
Hot
25-42°C
Jun-Sep
Monsoon
Moderate to heavy rainfall
22-35°C
Plan
Getting there & budget
Everything you need to turn intent into an itinerary.
How to reach
By air
Nearest major airport serves the Kerala region.
By rail
Kerala is connected by rail to major cities across India.
By road
Well-connected by national highways to neighboring states.
Budget planner
Backpacker₹1,000/day
Mid-range₹2,500/day
Luxury₹6,000+/day
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FAQ
Good to know
Sep-Mar offers the most pleasant weather.
Kerala is known for Kerala is a tropical paradise on India's southwestern coast. Famous for backwaters, hill stations, b.
Kerala is well-connected by air, rail, and road.
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