Trivandrum to Thekkady Taxi
Trivandrum to Thekkady Taxi
A Trivandrum to Thekkady taxi covers roughly 220 km and takes about 6 hours, climbing from the plains to around 900 metres at Kumily. Kerala Dayz sends a sedan, Innova Crysta or Tempo Traveller from ₹[X] one way. Drivers drop you at resorts around the lake, homestays in the spice estates or Kumily bus stand.
Fixed One-Way Pricing
Trivandrum to Thekkady Taxi Fare
Your fare is locked in at booking and covers every kilometre of the hill road.
Sedan (4 · 2 bags) — Couples on a nature break — One-Way ₹[X] · Round Trip ₹[X]
Innova Crysta (7 · 4 bags) — Families heading to the hills — One-Way ₹[X] · Round Trip ₹[X]
Tempo Traveller (12 · 8 bags) — Office outings and friend groups — One-Way ₹[X] · Round Trip ₹[X]
The bends after Mundakayam are easier in an Innova taxi from Trivandrum to Thekkady, with firm seats and space for luggage. Friend groups and colleagues book a Tempo Traveller from Trivandrum to Thekkady to travel as one party. Holiday weekends and the Onam rush cost exactly the same as a quiet weekday. Child seats come free.
What the Thekkady Fare Includes
Transparent Billing
What the Thekkady Fare Includes
Included in every booking:
- AC car, diesel and a hill-route driver
- Driver allowance for the long drive
- A relaxed tea stop at Peermade
Not included, billed at actual:
- Periyar boat tickets and park entry
- Spice garden and show tickets
- Jeep safaris arranged locally
Along the Way
The Road from Trivandrum to Thekkady
Pickups run from Kowdiar, Ulloor, Medical College, Kovalam or any city hotel. A Trivandrum Airport to Thekkady taxi collects you at arrivals and heads straight out on the MC Road. The Trivandrum to Thekkady via Mundakayam road passes Kottarakkara, Adoor and Pathanamthitta before reaching Ranni and Erumely. Rubber plantations line most of this stretch, and Erumely's mosque and temple sit side by side in the town centre, a symbol of the region's shared faith. After Mundakayam, the ghat climbs to Kuttikkanam, where the old Ammachi Kottaram summer palace stands among the trees. A Trivandrum to Peermade taxi stops here for tea gardens, cool air and views across the valley. Some drivers take the Trivandrum to Thekkady via Kottayam road through Ponkunnam when traffic is heavy near Pathanamthitta. The Trivandrum to Thekkady distance by road is about 220 km by the first route and close to 250 km via Kottayam. The road then descends to Vandiperiyar and enters Kumily, the town at the edge of the forest. A Trivandrum to Kumily taxi ends here, a short drive from the lake and the Tamil Nadu border. Spice shops along the main road sell fresh cardamom, pepper and tea.
No Return-Leg Charge
How Fares are Calculated
A Trivandrum to Thekkady one way taxi bills only the climb up, which suits travellers moving on to Munnar or Kochi. A Trivandrum to Thekkady round trip taxi includes the driver's stay and the drive home. Booking a Trivandrum to Thekkady car rental for several days keeps the same car and driver for the whole holiday. It works well if you plan to see Gavi, Ramakkalmedu or Vagamon nearby. See how taxi fares are calculated in Kerala →
Simple Booking Steps
Booking a Thekkady Ride in 3 Steps
Message your pickup, travel date and Thekkady stay.
Receive a fixed fare and the car number on WhatsApp.
Your driver confirms the start time the day before. Pay by UPI, card or cash at the end of the trip.
Why Families Choose Kerala Dayz for Thekkady
Hill-route drivers — [X]+ years on the Mundakayam and Kuttikkanam ghat · Slow and steady — no overtaking on blind bends and breaks every two hours · Local tips — drivers know the best spice gardens and boat timings · Safe fleet — [X] vehicles with brakes checked before every hill trip, serviced every [X] km · English-speaking drivers — easy for overseas guests to plan stops and timings · Transparent quotes — fuel, driver allowance and the hill climb sit in one fixed price.
What Travellers Say
"[Name] took us up the ghat calmly, stopped for tea at Peermade and recommended a spice garden we loved. Honest, kind and very professional."
[Customer Name], [City], [Month Year] · Reviewed by [Name, Operations Head] · Last updated October 2026
More Routes from Trivandrum
Want to see more of Kerala and beyond? These drives start from your Trivandrum pickup: Trivandrum to Munnar Taxi (~260 km, 7 hrs), Trivandrum to Sabarimala Taxi (~175 km, 5 hrs), and Trivandrum to Alleppey Taxi (~155 km, 4 hrs).
Trivandrum to Thekkady Taxi — FAQs
What does a Trivandrum to Thekkady cab cost?
A Trivandrum to Thekkady cab costs from ₹[X] in a sedan, ₹[X] in an Innova Crysta and ₹[X] in a Tempo Traveller, one way. Round-trip fares include the driver's stay.
Can I book a Thiruvananthapuram to Thekkady taxi from Kovalam?
Yes. A Thiruvananthapuram to Thekkady taxi from Kovalam adds about 30 minutes to the trip, as the car joins the MC Road from the south.
Is a Trivandrum to Thekkady 2 day trip enough?
A Trivandrum to Thekkady 2 day trip covers the drive, a boat ride, a spice garden and the return. Add a third day for Gavi or a bamboo rafting session on the lake.
Can we add a Trivandrum to Thekkady spice garden trip?
Yes. A Trivandrum to Thekkady spice garden trip can include a guided walk through cardamom, pepper and vanilla, followed by fresh spice tea.
When does the Periyar boat run?
Usually from 7:30 am to 3:30 pm in several trips. The first boat gives the best chance of seeing elephants, bison and deer near the water.
Is the hill road safe for elders and young children?
Yes. Our drivers avoid night driving on the ghat and follow local weather alerts. They slow down on wet roads and give way to buses on narrow bends.
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Hill-trained drivers, a fixed fare and a calm, careful climb to Kumily. Book your Trivandrum to Thekkady taxi with us today. Call +91 99477 59971 or WhatsApp Kerala Dayz.