The temperature here ranges from a cool 20’C to 32’C. In June, July and August, we see monsoon rains and our plants get their water supply for the whole year, and from mid-September to the end of March the temperatures are moderate, we have no rain and day after day of breezy, tropical sunshine.

Keralan food is fresh, tasty and inexpensive and usually served to you by someone with a huge grin on their face. The people here are honest, friendly and open and laughter is never far away.

Getting here has become very easy with many airlines flying to Trivandrum International airport which is located 18km away from the Hermitage. A 30 minute taxi ride is all it takes to get you here once you’ve landed. Let us know your flight details and we’ll arrange your transfer for you so there will be someone waiting to welcome you at the airport.

Airlines that fly to Trivandrum International Airport are Emirates, Sri Lankan Airlines, Jet Airways, Indian Airlines, Qatar, Gulf Air and Air Deccan.

Remember, you will most probably need a tourist visa to get into India so please check with the Indian embassy in your country well in advance of your trip for any documents you need to provide for them to issue you a visa.

You should check with your doctor about health advice for this area. Most visitors do not have any vaccinations or take any kind of drugs but we advise you to seek medical advice nonetheless.