What's included
- All activities shown in itinerary including Kathakali dance performance, tea picking & backwater kayaking
- Stay in handpicked 3-5 star hotels including a traditional houseboat
- Shared twin room - Watch our 60s clip about room sharing (Single rooms available)
- 9 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners including a bespoke cooking demonstration from a local chef
- Private minibus
- Arrival airport transfer
- Experienced, local Pack Leader throughout
Why Flash Pack
- Max. 16 people per trip
- Everyone at a similar life stage
- 90% travel solo, 80% stay in touch
Where you'll be staying
We often feature these unique hotels on this trip, with final options confirmed a month before departure. We work with these or similar hotels to ensure a stylish and comfortable stay every time.

Blue Jelly houseboat
What better way to explore Kerala’s vast backwaters than aboard a houseboat. With a private crew to attend to your every need and prepare a fresh Keralan feast, you’ll be free to sit back with a cocktail and watch the world drift by.

Blanket Hotel and Spa, Munnar
Surrounded by atmospheric misty tea plantations and the stunning Attukad waterfalls; this is a hotel that invites you to unwind in natural beauty. Expect rooms with panoramic views, a rejuvenating spa, and an infinity pool that you’ll relish floating in. Serenity? You’ve found it.

Fragrant Nature, Kochi
A boutique abode featuring unbeatable harbor views; Fragrant Nature couldn’t be better placed for Kochi’s most famous landmarks (yep, all walking distance). Add to this a gorgeous rooftop pool and spa and you’ve got the ideal daily retreat.
Adventure FAQs
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Fly into Cochin International Airport (COK) in Kochi and out of Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum) International Airport (TRV).
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Before 2pm ideally. The welcome meeting and dinner will be from 7pm onwards starting at the hotel, which is located approximately 60 minutes away from the airport.
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There are no activities planned for the last day, so leave any time you wish. The airport is approximately 45 minutes away from the hotel. Your Pack Leader can help you book transfers the night before if needed.
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If you arrive on Day 1 of your adventure, or you’ve booked yourself a pre-night at the same hotel the adventure starts from, your airport arrival transfer will be included. Arrival transfers are private to Flash Pack and in groups depending on flight times, so you may have to wait in the airport for a short while.
However, if you’ve booked alternative pre-trip accommodation or are arriving by another mode of transport, you’ll have to arrange your own arrival transfer.
Please also note: in order to secure your place on the private transfer, you’ll need to provide your flight details to our Customer Experience team no later than 30 days prior to your adventure’s departure date. You’ll get automated email reminders about this, but the team won’t be chasing you. That’s why it’s key to get this information over in good time. If the details are provided later than 30 days pre-departure, you’ll have to arrange your own arrival transfer.
Departure transfers are typically not included due to travelers leaving at varying times. That said, your Pack Leader will happily help arrange departure transfers for you if required.
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Please note that tips are not included in the cost of this adventure. Suggested amounts per person are:
- Pack Leader: 7.5 USD per day
- Drivers: 7 USD per day
- Local tips: your Pack Leader will be able to advise on how much to tip local guides, restaurants, etc. Some Pack Leaders will collect a tipping kitty (approximately 60 USD) at the welcome meeting to take care of local tips.
However, all tips are at your discretion depending on what you feel comfortable with.
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Up-to-date visa and entry information can be found using our official partner, Sherpa, who can help you arrange a visa if needed.
You can also find essential travel advice – including security and local laws, as well as passport and visa information – on the government website of your home country:
- UK residents: review the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) Travel Advice before your adventure.
- US residents: consult the US Department of State Travel Advice for important travel information.
- Australian residents: check the Smart Traveler website for up-to-date travel advice.
- Residents of other countries: refer to the travel advice provided by your own government or local consulate.
Please be aware that passport and visa requirements can change before departure, so it’s important to stay updated with the latest information.
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While we are not medical professionals and cannot offer personalized medical advice, we want to ensure you have a safe and enjoyable adventure. Here are some tips to help you prepare.
1. Consult with a healthcare professional
We recommend scheduling an appointment with your travel nurse or doctor at least eight weeks before your adventure. This will give you ample time to receive any necessary vaccines or medications.
2. Up-to-date medical advice
- UK residents: visit the NHS Fit For Travel website for the latest medical advice.
- US residents: check the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website for specialized health information.
- Australian residents: refer to the Smart Traveler Health website for current medical advice.
3. Government travel advice
- UK residents: review the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) Travel Advice before your adventure.
- US residents: consult the US Department of State Travel Advice for important travel information.
- Australian residents: check the Smart Traveler website for up-to-date travel advice.
4. Medication tips
If you take prescription medication, ensure you bring enough to last the entire adventure, plus a few extra days in case of travel delays. Carry a copy of your prescription with you in case you need to visit a clinic while abroad.
We hope this information will help you prepare for a safe and healthy adventure.
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An excursion lasting around six hours; you’ll be taken to Kanyakumari in Tamil Nadu, also known as Cape Comorin, Kumari and Kumari Munai – a beautiful rocky mainland on the southernmost tip of the Indian Subcontinent. One of the only places on earth where you can see the sun rise and set from the ocean; it’s an area that also boasts some unique sites. With your free time to explore, you’ll be encouraged to visit the Mahatma Gandhi Memorial, where an urn of the Mahatma’s ashes resides and whose roof offers panoramic views of the ocean. There’s also Padmanabhapuram Palace, a magnificent 16th century wooden palace that’s bursting with indigenous architecture, ancient murals and secret underground passages. A fascinating, historic area of astounding natural beauty; Kanyakumari is well worth a visit.
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This is one of our more balanced adventures that should be comfortable for most fitness levels. However, there are some activities that may be strenuous for some, such as cycling, kayaking, yoga and an 11km hike through Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary on forest terrain.
We recommend having a read through of the itinerary above, and getting in touch if you have specific questions on fitness.
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Please be aware that the itinerary, activities and hotels are subject to change. These changes can happen with little notice due to availability, poor weather, seasonal changes, or other circumstances beyond our control – but we’ll always do our best to ensure it has little impact on your experience. From time to time, we may also make changes to your itinerary to try out new ideas and keep things fresh and exciting.
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Think classic Flash Pack – but at a more relaxed pace and with a more affordable price tag. Here’s what to expect from each trip style, in a nutshell:
Classic: Active and fast-paced with internal flights, excursions and most meals included.
Balanced: More affordable, slower-paced itineraries with added free time, minimal physical challenge and no internal flights. There’ll be fewer excursions and meals out, but no compromise on quality.
No matter the style, our adventures are always friendship-focussed, full of immersive activities, led by the world’s best local guides and guarantee handpicked three-to-four-star accommodation.
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