Tour Tips

Kerala Tourism fully understands the prevailing trends and changing aspirations of modern day tourists; both domestic and foreign. Over the years, learning from its experience, Kerala conceived and developed comprehensive and up-to-date guidelines and tips for travelers, which will be of immense help to avail quality and timely services at any time of the year.

The state’s meticulous network of information centers spread over all of its 14 districts provide district wise info as well as about the state as a whole. Kerala State Tourism Department also has an all pervasive and active presence in all sections of media; especially the Internet to communicate and disseminate all relevant information with regards to tourist info, tour packages, mode of conveyance, shopping details etc.

further clarifications, contact the Indian High Commission.

For visa extension, contact Office of the Commissioner of Police, Thiruvananthapuram. Ph: 0471-2320555.

Money

There is no limit to the amount of foreign currency that visitors can bring.

Banks

Banks are open for transaction from 10.00 to 14.00 hrs on all days except Sundays (10.00 to 12.00 hrs).

Best time to visit

High season: October to April - Monsoon.

Rejuvenation programmes: May to September

Travel wear

Cotton outfits, hats, sunglasses, sunscreen lotion etc

Credit cards

Main hotels, restaurants and shopping centres honour major credit cards.

Currency

Indian Rupee (INR)

Drugs

Heavy punishments including imprisonment are imposed for possession of narcotic drugs.

Food

All standard restaurants offer a variety of cuisines including Continental, Chinese, Indian and typical Kerala fare.

Emergency