Explore the beaches, museums and natural areas of Calicut on your Calicut tour in Kozhikode, Kerala, that is popular among tourists for its historical significance, scenic beauty and distinct cuisines. Spend some time in the bird sanctuaries around waterfalls and observe the native, migratory birds near Kada Lundi river during your Calicut vacation.
Plan for a Calicut sightseeing tour to watch some temples, traditional homes and churches around a man-made freshwater lake at Manan Chira Square or Thushara Giri waterfalls coming down from the hills. There is also another beautiful waterfall called Kozhippara waterfall that allows visitors to swim, watch birds and trek in the nearby jungles. Calicut nature tour will take you to the Sarovaram bio park as well that is a region of wetlands and mangroves rich in biodiversity.
Calicut beach tour lets you spend some healing moments on the popular beaches like Kozhikode Beach and historic Kappad Beach where Vasco da Gama stepped for first time. Observe the panoramic views of coastline and sunset beauty from Calicut lighthouse. Relax on the sandy shores for a day and sample traditional Kerala cuisine at beachside restaurants before you get ready for the Calicut city tour.
Calicut city tour offers a mixed feeling of historical, cultural, and culinary experiences along the bustling Sweet Meat Street or the ancient Tali Temple. It also introduces you to local heritage and modern urban life and gives opportunities to explore some of the best places to visit in Calicut.
The list of best places to visit in Calicut begins with Calicut Planetarium, a good place for science enthusiasts interested in learning astronomy through engaging shows and exhibits. It includes the Pazhassi Raja Archaeological Museum that displays a collection of mural paintings, bronze and ancient coins. Alternatively, you can enjoy trekking and nature photography around some natural Calicut attractions like Kadalundi Bird Sanctuary or near beautiful waterfalls.
Historical places in Calicut such as Mishkal Mosque, Krishna Menon Museum and the Kozhikode Fort are perfect symbols of religious diversity, architectural wonders, importance in Indian freedom movements, and European colonial expansion in India. You will get a chance to glide along the tranquil water and lush landscapes of Kerala across charming villages, unique ecosystems, and coconut groves on Calicut backwater tours.
Enjoy the thrilling experience of wildlife safari in sanctuaries like Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary to get a glimpse of rare species like Nilgiri Tahr, Asiatic elephant, tigers and large, colorful Malabar giant squirrel. Enjoy beach sports, kayaking and boat rides on local rivers or hiking on the trails of Western Ghats and nearby hills or trekking in the Edakkal caves on Calicut adventure tour.
Calicut holiday packages offer comfortable hotel rooms, meal and tour options with guided experiences like Backwater cruises, beach relaxation, city tours and wildlife visits. Additionally, it offers Calicut cultural tours for an all-inclusive experience of Calicut with temple and mosque visits, shopping and dining experiences.
Try some traditional Kerala dishes, whether it’s steamed Puttu and Kadala and spicy Kallummakkaya curry or biriyani, Malabar Parotta, and fish curry prepared with tamarind and coconut. You must join in the celebrations of local festivals such as Malabar Mahotsavam, Calicut International Mango Festival, and Onam to have an ultimate feeling of Calicut culture
