20/09/2026
🌴 KERALA BEYOND
The Soul of Kerala Village Experience
Presented by Marvella Vacations
Think Different & Explore.
Discover a side of Kerala that most travellers never see.
Step away from the usual tourist routes and experience the real Kerala through its villages, traditions, food, nature and people.
📍 THATTEKKADU
Where Nature Meets Village Life
Surrounded by lush forests and the Periyar River, Thattekkadu is one of Kerala’s beautiful natural landscapes and a renowned destination for birdwatching.
Experience the peaceful rhythm of village life through:
🦜 Bird Watching – Discover Kerala’s rich birdlife in a natural setting.
🚶 Village Walk – Walk through quiet village paths, plantations and local landscapes.
🍛 Local Food Tasting – Taste authentic Kerala flavours and traditional village dishes.
📍 KUMARAKOM
Traditions, Backwaters & Local Skills
Experience Kumarakom beyond the famous backwaters and discover the traditions that are part of everyday Kerala life.
🛶 Shikkara Boating – Cruise gently through the beautiful backwaters.
🥥 Coir Making – Discover the traditional craft made from coconut fibre.
👗 Traditional Dress Experience – Dress in authentic Kerala style and capture the moment.
🌴 Toddy Tapping – See the traditional process of collecting coconut palm toddy.
🥥 Coconut Tree Climbing – Experience one of Kerala’s traditional skills.
🧶 Mat Weaving – Discover the art of traditional handmade weaving.
🎣 Fishing Demonstration – See traditional fishing techniques used by local communities.
📍 KOCHI
Stories, Flavours & Living History
Explore Kochi through its streets, stories and flavours.
🚶 Historical Walk – Discover the fascinating heritage, architecture and cultural influences that shaped Kochi.
👨🍳 Kerala Cooking Class – Learn the secrets behind authentic Kerala cuisine and experience the flavours of a traditional Kerala kitchen.
🌿 EXPLORE THE DIFFERENT
This is more than a tour.
It is a chance to walk through villages, meet local people, taste traditional food, learn forgotten skills, discover nature and experience Kerala as it is truly lived.
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