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Plan Your Trip to Kalpetta

A starting checklist for planning a Kalpetta trip.

Overview

The most comfortable months for Kalpetta are January, February, March and April. A stay of 2 days covers the main sights.

Planning Categories

When to Visit

Climate-based guidance for choosing your dates.

Comfortable months

January, February, March, April and May stay at or below 32°C with low rainfall.

•Hottest: April (32°C average high).
•Coolest: January (15°C average low).

Getting Around

How to reach and move around.

Reaching the town

Nearest airport Calicut International Airport (CCJ), about 56 km away.

•Nilambur Road railway station, about 43 km

Budget & Practical Tips

Costs and safety notes from local guidebook sources.

Safety and permits

The eastern hills of Kerala are vulnerable to attacks from an Indian communist group called Maoists. They once attacked the ticket counter of Silent Valley National Park, Mukkali.

•The eastern hills of Kerala are vulnerable to attacks from an Indian communist group called Maoists.
•Leeches are common in the hills.
•Monkeys can be a nuisance, especially at places like Lakkidi viewpoint.