Travel Information · Kerala
Practical guides for international visitors. Written by people who live and work here.
Planning a journey to Kerala involves a handful of practical questions that every international traveller asks. When is the right time to go? How do I get a visa? What should I pack? How do I get around once I arrive?
This section answers all of them, written from the perspective of people who live and work in Kerala and help international guests arrive and travel here every week.
Use the links below to find what you need. If your question is not covered, contact Green Earth Trails directly and we will answer it personally.
Best time to visit Kerala — an honest, month by month guide to Kerala’s seasons including monsoon, summer and the festival of Onam.
Getting to Kerala — airports and flights — four international airports, Middle East connections, European routing options and how to design open-jaw itineraries.
Visa to India — everything about the e-Visa and ETA system, who is eligible, how to apply and what to expect on arrival.
Things to know before you go — language, money, tipping, dress code, SIM cards, power sockets and safety in Kerala.
Accommodation styles in Kerala — homestays, plantation bungalows, heritage properties, houseboats, boutique stays and how to choose between them.
Getting around Kerala — tourist taxis, Uber, autorickshaws, KSRTC buses, trains and ferries.
Tourist taxi by Green Earth Trails — our own vehicles and drivers available for guests who want reliable transport and prefer to book their own accommodation.
Health and vaccinations — what vaccinations are needed, food and water safety, mosquitoes, motion sickness and medical facilities.
Money and payments — Indian Rupee, UPI One World, currency exchange, ATMs and cards.
Responsible travel in Kerala — how to travel in a way that benefits local communities and protects Kerala’s environment.
