Kannur Tours, Tickets & Excursions

Kerala is famous for its elaborate dance forms like Kathakali. On this tour, watch a Theyyam performance that showcases the elaborate costumes of the performers, who bring to life legends and stories of divine beings and heavenly spirits. The larger than life image of the performers is treated with great respect by the audience. This tour gives you a glimpse into this traditional religious ritual of Kerala. Highlights ● Theyyam ritual ● Elaborate costumes of the performers ● Interaction with locals

Theyyam is an uber popular art form. Several tourists and researchers explore theyyam to study, to photograph, to witness etc. Experiencing theyyam is little different. Theyyam, isn't just an art form. It is a tradition embedded in the folklore of a society. Knowing them, experiencing them, understanding the myth and legend is really worth the effort. Thus, your visuals becomes meaningful, your photos speak louder, your memories becomes shareable. We curate the experience for you to smear in the local culture and tradition of Kannur which homes the art form. We are trying to recreate a time when and how we used to experience it when we were young. Join us, in this journey and trust me, it'll be worth it.

Background of puppetry Yakshagana puppetry has existed for centuries. The modern form of the art, however, was largely molded by the brothers Laxman, Narasimha, and Manjappa Kamath; who hailed from Uppinakudru village, Kundapur taluk. Devanna Padmanabha Kamath, the grandson of Laxman Kamath infused new life into the art and performed shows all over India. Later, Kogga Devanna Kamath improved this subgenre even further, being recognized with the Tulsi Samman and Sangeet Natak Akademi Awards. His son, Bhaskar Kogga Kamath, is currently performing shows while training others in the art of Yakshagana puppetry. K. V. Ramesh is a leading puppeteer from Kasaragod. He leads the Yakshagana puppet troupe Shri Gopalakrishna Yakshagana Gombeyata Sangha.

A journey that brings back the days of the colonial period in Thalassery and Mahe. Tyndis storyteller carefully places the untold stories of the colonial memories of British Thalassery and French Colonial Mahe. Learn about the deep rooted influence of the French culture in Mahe. Have an amazing experience of the cultural immersion. Experience the beauty of the forts,harbours, walkways, fish markets, historical monuments and the all-knowing Arabian sea!

The theyyam festival is unique to northern Kerala, and can only be experienced in certain towns between the months of November and May. This tour makes it easy to attend, as your local guide will take you to places that are challenging for independent travelers to get to. Learn about traditional Keralite culture through the fabulous devotional dances, music, and costumes of theyyam.

Northern Style This system generally gives much importance for physical flexibility exercises. These exercises are done individually and as combinations. After that meypayattu (equivalent of Karate kata) is taught.These are combination of flexibility exercises with attacking/defence techniques but the actual techniques are taught very much later. Traditionally the number of meypayattu may differ as per the teaching methods of the Guru. After the student learns meypayattu, stick fighting is taught. Generally a majority of the Kalaris (schools that teach Kalaripayattu) start training with weapons within 3 to 6 months. But some Kalaris allow taking each weapon once in a year only. After long stick and small stick fighting iron weapons are introduced. Training is begun with the dagger, sword and then the spear. Not all modern schools use specialized weapons. Traditionally, bows and arrows were commonly used in Kerala and students were trained in these techniques, but it is uncommon now.

A 4-5 hours tour of Kannur by private air-conditioned vehicle with an English speaking guide. Discover the hidden treasures of Kannur and find out why Kannur is popularly known as the city of Looms and Lores. Visit the 500+ year old St. Angelo's Fort, first built by the Portuguese. Visit the small yet well-maintained Lighthouse museum and climb up the Lighthouse for amazing views of the coastline. Experience first-hand how the handloom weavers (closed on Sunday) turn thread into world class fabric. Visit the Folklore museum which exhibits over 300 precious objects of folk art, including life-size replicas of various theyyams and patayani, folk and tribal musical and percussion instruments, farm implements and weapons (closed on Sunday). On Sundays, you can visit the Arrakkal Museum.

The activities like toddy tapping, local fishing, coir making, handweaving etc. are priceless! Find the biodiversity treasure of the village at the household of a local scientist-cum-toddy tapper.

In this day tour Tourists can see & feel the heritage, history,culture, life style, and cuisines, of these region- the land of looms and lore's, where Arabs, Chinese, and European traders visited centuries ago to buy good quality spices.

Tour along the beautiful north Malabar coastal lines to experience the beauty of the majestic Bekal Fort and the mesmerizing beaches of Nileshwar. Get along to discover the undiscovered lives of the fishermen villages. Have a look of the local livelihoods and the skills of the people at coir making, toddy tapping, weaving etc.

Experience Keralan nature with this private tour, which includes round-trip transportation from Kochi/Ernakulam and accommodation. You'll spend time in the hill station of Munnar, known for its tea plantations, experience the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, and take an overnight cruise through the Kerala backwaters. You'll also have the option to attend a cultural show featuring Kerala's best-known dance form, Kathakali, and Kalarippayattu, a type of martial art from the region.

A full day tour of Kannur city by private air-conditioned vehicle with an English speaking guide. Discover the hidden treasures of Kannur and find out why Kannur is popularly known as the city of Looms and Lores. Visit the 500+ year old St. Angelo's Fort, first built by the Portuguese. Stop by at the Arakkal Museum, dedicated to Arakkal family - the only Muslim royal family in Kerala. Visit the small yet well-maintained Lighthouse museum and climb up the Lighthouse for amazing views of the coastline. Drive around Mappila Bay where you will have opportunities to click some good pictures. Experience first-hand how the handloom weavers turn thread into world class fabric. Visit the Folklore museum which exhibits over 300 precious objects of folk art, including life-size replicas of various  theyyams and  patayani, folk and tribal musical and percussion instruments, farm implements and weapons. Visit one of Kannur's best beaches.

Responsible Tourism - Live with Villages & Natures - We help you explore and experience beauty of village life experience in Kannur & Kasargod districts of Kerala. These two north Kerala districts are emerging tourist destination of Kannur after newly opened Kannur International Airport. We provide exclusive village life experience - package may includes: Village walk, mingling with people, market tour, local food cooking, visiting temple and heritage places, rubber estate visit, traditional boat journey, theyyam festival visit, traditional hand craft & metal craft unit unit. The serene backwaters, swaying coconut farms, soothing paddy fields, everything makes the village life of Kerala a memorable experience.

A journey through the unexplored stories of the bygone era of the Nileshwar Rajahs. Witness the reminiscences of a royal past of the heritage capital of Kasaragod. Visit the Major Temple Shrines, The palace of the Nileshwar Rajahs and surroundings and finally, the tour culminates at the market streets of Nileshwar.

Theyyam, is a dance ritual quite unique to the land of Northern Kerala. The chief performer is referred to as 'Theyyam' and is thought of as embodying the spirit of the deity during the performance. This ritual had its genesis among the tribal groups as a form of worship. The visuals is both impactful and magnificent. The adornments go so far as to add a certain gravitas to the whole event besides giving it an exquisite touch. On this tour we will be visiting temple where the theyyam performance is held, we will interact with the performers, families and local to understand the significance of this cultural art.

In this day tour Tourists can see & feel the heritage, history,culture, life style, and cuisines, of these region- the land of looms and lore's, where Arabs, Chinese, and European traders visited centuries ago to buy good quality spices.

A short walk back to the history and heritage of Thalassery. Tyndis storyteller takes you along the undiscovered and untold stories about Thalassery - its culture and heritage. Experience the beauty of the markets, historical monuments and the all-knowing Arabian sea!

The Dharmadam Ocean Kayaking experience provides for some of the best avenues to glide over the ocean waters. Wake up the adventure person inside you as you head to face the waves! Experienced Pro-Instructors will teach the basics. With this experience, you’ll not just come closer with the waves, but have a good workout as well.

Travelling through the National Highway 66 to finally enter the shades of coconut trees in the coastal village of Bekal. The modern-day tourism has brought life to the grand old fort, with a well-maintained car parking area and numerous food and souvenir stalls awaiting tourists all over the world! Tyndis Storyteller takes the guests along with the stories of the centuries-old fort and the fishermen village of Bekal. The Fort stands by the Arabian Sea, whose unending waves keeps singing to the fort the odes of a golden age - a bygone era. It has been a source of attraction for historians, tourists and nature - lovers for centuries since it embodies memories of a glorious past. The Bekal Beach Camp - on the Pallikkare Beach is another major point to be visited in the Bekal village. The beach beared witness to the ancient trade relations from the Bekal Harbour. The stories of the same will be told by the Tyndis Storyteller.

Nileshwar in northern Kerala has a charming harbor with rural fishermen's villages and palm-fringed islands. On this private tour, explore the seaside area with a guide, visiting Azhithala Beach, a secluded beach where the Tejaswini River meets the Arabian Sea, and Madakkara Fish Landing Centre, where the local fishermen do much of their work.