Yes, a trip to Kerala during the monsoon is a great idea. I advise traveling between July and October, as June tends to shower with heavy rains, red alerts, and possible weather interruptions. And the popular Onam festival, which takes place in August or September, is an event you cannot afford to miss. Don’t miss the bright Onam Sadya (feast), awe-inspiring Pulikali performances, and colorful floral carpets (Pookkalam) that depict Kerala’s rich culture and heritage.
During the monsoon, Kerala is a verdant green heaven where rain-washed forests, misty hill stations, and cascading waterfalls weave an enchanting magic. The smell of newly fallen earth, the rhythmic beat of raindrops, and the vision of peaceful backwaters make the experience all the more bewitching.
But note that certain places are susceptible to landslides, floods, and other natural disasters, especially places close to rivers or sea level. The majority of the most visited tourist spots, however, are not affected and are safe to visit.
Areas such as Kannur, Kozhikode, Palakkad, Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Kasaragod, Malappuram, and Thrissur, and hill stations and national parks in any of the districts, are well-suited for visits in the monsoons. There are lush tea plantations, mist-shrouded paths, and cascading waterfalls to delight you, making it a nature lover’s paradise.
Conversely, places like Wayanad, Idukki, Alappuzha, Kottayam, Ernakulam, and Pathanamthitta are suitable for summer visits, as they are more likely to experience landslides and floods during the monsoon.
For that additional dose of inspiration, I would suggest watching YouTube, Instagram, and other social media videos to get the best out of Kerala’s monsoon magic—Coconut fields, Mangroves , rain-washed paddy fields, Misty hill regions, Trekking experiences, extra greenery, and snug houseboat cruises through the misty backwaters will be great experience in this tropical paradise.
