With stunning beaches and scenic views, God’s own country is becoming a hot new destination for weddings. And we will tell you all you need to know about planning a destination wedding in Kerala. From the cost to what venue suits you best, we’ve got you covered. It will be one hell of a celebration with gorgeous backdrops and beaches surrounding you with their beauty. We aim to give you an approximate idea of all the costs that one can expect from a destination wedding down south. 

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Read On To Find Out The Cost Of Planning A Destination Wedding In Kerala- 

While planning a wedding in Kerala, you shall consider the ideal weather conditions so that you and your guests can enjoy. Even though Kerala’s weather is always pleasant, the most romantic period for a wedding will be from October-March. There’s less humidity during these months which will guarantee well-balanced weather for your wedding.

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Average Cost Of Destination Wedding In Kerala

There are a lot of factors that weigh in while calculating the cost of a destination wedding. From stuff like travel expenses, decor, accommodation, catering to finding the vendors. A wedding in Kerala can cost you anywhere from INR 2.5 Lakhs to 20 Lakhs depending on your taste. 

Beach Venues In Kerala For Destination Wedding

The heavenly land of Kerala has a lot to offer when it comes to choosing a wedding venue. From stunning beaches to scenic hill stations, you get the best of both worlds. Alleppey, Kovalam and Munnar are touted as the most popular destinations for wedding celebrations. 

If you’re a beach person, then you must consider the following venues for your destination wedding- 

The Leela Kovalam

Offering a panoramic view of the Kovalam coastline, The Leela is the most sought-after venue for a beach wedding in Kerala. And you can blindly put your faith in their hospitality to arrange catering and accommodation. The cost for 150-200 guests’ stay will range from INR 30K to 40K.

We suggest you keep your guest limit short and enjoy an intimate destination wedding with your dear ones. 

There are other luxurious and high-end venues such as-

Taj Green Cove Resort, Kovalam: INR 10-12K per night

Turtle On The Beach, Kovalam: INR 4-5K per night

Gateway Varkala: INR 6-8K per night

Hindustan Beach Retreat, Varkala: INR 4-5K per night

One can also opt for houseboats for a day or two for the wedding ceremony. The average cost of hiring a houseboat is around INR 20-25K per day. 

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Hill Station Wedding Venues In Kerala 

Munnar is probably the best hill station for hosting a wedding in Kerala. The scenic views from the Munnar ranges are a sight to behold. And the lush green surroundings will instantly lift your spirits. 

For cozy and stunning resorts in Munnar consider the following: 

Mountain Club Resort: INR 8K per night

Sterling Munnar: INR 5K Onwards

Elixir Hills: INR 7-8K per night

Amber Dale Luxury Hotel & Spa: INR 7K per night

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Affordable Venues For Destination Wedding

Temples & Local Beaches

If you’re on a budget but a destination wedding is what you’ve always wanted, then we’ve got a solution for you. You can always hire local vendors and rent a local beach for your wedding. A local beach usually only needs a permit which won’t cost an arm and a leg. Kerala is blessed with beautiful beaches such as Cherai beach, Kozhikode beach, Beypore beach, etc. Or simply get married in the temple. Kerala’s historic temples have marvelous architecture. You can check out Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple, Sabarimala Sthala Temple, Tali Temple, and more. And their locations are also pretty awesome. 

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Just be sure to plan everything well in advance so that you don’t have to make any hasty last-minute decisions. Enquire about the location you’re planning on finalizing and stick to a limited guest list. 

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