Activities


What to do while you are here...

Looking for an experiential journey, exploring the unexplored and getting off the beaten trail? We have a portfolio of experience just for you that are original, specially curated by our team of experts that lets you have an in depth experience of the local way of life and the area that you visit. It could be looking for a cultural experience in one of the temples or visit a local ritual or a little know art for in far flung villages, experience the local cuisine and learn to cook with local families, look for an endangered or endemic species in one of the many nature reserves or go on one of the many adventure activities that are on offer. Some of the adventure activities that we offer are treks and walks, wildlife trips, cycling tours. Kayaking and canoeing trips, photography and painting holidays and textile tours to name a few. With some of the more remote destinations and more aware travellers visiting its shore India now offers more options to get off the beaten track. All our activities are designed keeping in mind Responsible Tourism initiatives. All your guides will be from the local community, money goes into the community and keeping in mind the environmental impact. Our team are all local and trained to look after the need and requirements of the discerning traveller .

We have listed some of the more popular experiences in our activities page. If you cannot find what you are looking for, please contact us on info@rithudmc.com and we will be happy to forward you the details. You can leave all the hard work to us and enjoy the experience of your choice!


Canoe Cruise

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For those of you looking to explore the narrow waterways and the labyrinth network of interconnecting canals there no better way than in a canoe! The traditional mode of transport on the backwaters the canoes have now been modified slightly to make the journey more comfortable. You have the option ... Read More...



Riceboat

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Riceboats were traditionally used to transport rice and other produce from the backwaters to markets. These have now been converted to boats for tourists and have modern en-suite facilities. This cruise on the Backwaters of the Vembanad Lake lets you have a look at the vast expanse of waterways and ... Read More...



Aihole and Pattadakal

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Aihole is a temple complex with twenty two groups of temples. The Lad Khan Temple is one of the major temples in the region of Aihole, and this temple is guarded by two huge mantapas (towering gateways). The main deity in this temple is Lord Shiva, and the Shiva Lingam present in this temple serves ... Read More...



guided tour of the Badami caves

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Badami Caves- It is famous for rock cut and other structural temples. It is located in a ravine at the foot of a rugged, red sandstone outcrop that surrounds Agastya Lake. Badami is famous for its four cave temples - all hewn out of sand stone on the precipice of a hill. The oldest, Cave 1, has ... Read More...



Guided tour of the monuments

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JUMA MASJID This is one of the must-sees in the region. It is the largest mosque and covers an area of 10,810 sq m and rises up to 120 ft. There is a fountain at the center and a lot of well designed arches and rooms. There is a big hall and a huge dome with 33 domes surrounding it. There are 12 ... Read More...



Cooking demonstration with meal

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Visit a local family to learn traditional Kerala cuisine followed by a meal with the family. The experience starts with a visit to the local market accompanied by the hosts where you will be introduced to each of the ingredients that goes into your food. While at the kitchen the hostess will not ... Read More...



Cultural show

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This is a 2hour event with an hour of make-up and an hour of combined dance forms like Mohiniattam, Kuchipudi and the famous pantomime performance of Kathakali with a short demonstration on Kalaripayatu; the traditional martial arts of Kerala. The cultural centre also has a small museum of ... Read More...



Fishing village tour with meal

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Visit Kumbalangy, an island-village on the out skirts of Cochin city surrounded by backwaters. A ring of Chinese fishing nets literally encircle the island –village bearing witness to the rich aquatic life. An array of mangroves separate land from water providing a breeding ground for prawns, ... Read More...



Half-day guided tour of Fort Cochin and Mattancherry

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Enjoy a guided tour of the heritage Zone, this will include the below: Chinese Fishing Nets These nets believed to be introduced by the traders from the Courts of the Chinese ruler, Kublai Khan are unique to Cochin. The numerous nets that dot Fort Kochi and Vypeen Island can be seen only in Cochin ... Read More...



Sunset Cruise

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Embark on a magical sunset cruise in the backwaters of Cochin, an experience that promises serenity and breathtaking views. Step aboard a traditional houseboat or a luxurious cruise vessel and set sail on the tranquil waters as the sun begins its descent. Witness the mesmerizing interplay of colors ... Read More...



Visit the Tibetan settlement at Bylekuppe

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Bylekuppe near Kushalanagar is one of the largest Tibetan settlements in south India. It has several monasteries and the prominent among these are the Great Gompa of Sera Je and Sera Mey and the Namdroling monastery. The Mahayana Buddhist University is at Sera. Another important monastery is the ... Read More...



Visit the Gulbarga fort

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The Gulbarga Fort was originally built in 1347 by Al-ud-din Bahmani of the Bahmani Dynasty after he cut off his ties with the Delhi Sultanate. Islamic monuments such as mosques, palaces, tombs, and other structures were also built later within the refurbished fort. The Jami Masjid built later, ... Read More...



Excursion of Sravanbelagola

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This tour can also be done en-route when traveling from Bangalore or from Mysore to Hassan. Shravanabelagola which is also known as "the white pond of the Sravana" or "the Jain monk" is named with reference to the colossal Jain image of the place and its prefix Shravana that also serves to ... Read More...



Guided tour of Belur & Halebid

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Little over an hour from Hassan these temples are generally done as a small excursion. This tour can also be done from Chikmagalur or Mudigere. Somanathpur about an hour’s drive from Mysore is famous for the Chennakesava Temple (also called Kesava or Keshava temple) built by Soma, a dandanayaka ... Read More...



Guided tour of Hampi

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For your convenience we have listed the various activities possible at the various destinations. The list of activities possible are long and exhaustive and not possible to list each and every one in the limited space of this website. If you do not find the activity that you are looking for do drop ... Read More...



Enjoy an excursion to the Golkonda fort

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Golconda was the capital of the Qutb Shahi dynasty from 1512, the year the dynasty was founded, until 1591, when the dynastic capital shifted to Hyderabad. The Qutb Shahi dynasty lasted until 1687, when Golconda was captured by the forces of the Mughal emperor Aurangzeb.Golconda was at that time ... Read More...



Full day guided tour

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Morning visit the Charminar, Chaumahalla palace and Laad bazaar, followed by a visit to the Salarjung museum in the afternoon. Charminar This splendid piece of architecture, in the heart of the city was built by Quli Qutub Shah, in 1591. This magnificent monument is the unique symbol of Hyderabad. ... Read More...



Beypore boatyard

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Beypore , one of the oldest ports in Kerala from where trading was done to the Middle East is also famous for building wooden ships, called Urus locally or Dhows. What was once a flourishing trade is now a dying industry. Once ships made in these docks used to sail t he world over trading in spices ... Read More...



Bird Watching

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Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Kumarakom with a captivating bird watching tour. Kumarakom is renowned for its rich avian diversity and is home to a wide array of resident and migratory bird species. Join experienced bird guides who will take you to the best bird watching spots, such as ... Read More...



Camping

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Kerala and for that matter South India is not a place renown for camping and general outdoor activities in spite of having some spectacular mountains and lovely scenery. This now changing and we are trying to introduce you to another side of Kerala that few know exits. We have a few campsites of ... Read More...



Guided tour

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You could visit the Tea Museum managed by KDHP, the largest tea estate owners in the Munnar. The Museum houses some interesting artifacts from the colonial times and gives you a detailed history of the growth of Munnar. It also has a miniature tea factory where you could see the various processes ... Read More...



Treking

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Treking Details It is our attempt to introduce and help you understand our people, culture and customs first hand. Be it a village visit, a rickshaw ride through the by lanes and old market towns, visiting a local family, learning an ancient art or dance form or searching for an endangered species ... Read More...



Guided city tour

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The guided tour of Mysore includes the Chamundi hills, Mysore Palace and the colorful Devaraja market. The Chamundi Hills are located close to the palace city of Mysore. You get a panoramic view of the city from the top of the hills. Among other landmarks, you can see the race course, the Lalitha ... Read More...



Somnathpur

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Somanathpur about an hour’s drive from Mysore is famous for the Chennakesava Temple (also called Kesava or Keshava temple) built by Soma, a dandanayaka (commander) in 1268 CE under Hoysala king Narasimha III, when the Hoysalas were the major power in South India. The Keshava temple is one of the ... Read More...



Srirangapattinam & Ranganthittoo

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A short excursion to the summer Palace and royal tombs at Srirangapattinam followed by a visit to the Ranganthitto bird sanctuary where we tour on a private boat with guide. Srirangapattana was the scene of the last and decisive battle fought between Tipu Sultan and a combined force of 50,000 men ... Read More...



Tellicherry Fort & Theyam dance

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The Tellicherry Fort built by the British East India company in 1708 to establish a stronghold on the Malabar coast. The square fort, with its massive walls, strong flanking bastions, secret tunnels to the sea and intricately carved huge doors, is an imposing structure. Theyyam- the colorful trance ... Read More...



Cycling kayaking village walk

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The location is ideally suited for cycling journeys to the countryside - spice growing villages, gentle mountain slopes, farms, forests at Thattekkad, the magnificent Bhoothathankettu barrage and the ever inviting local population. You can go on a full day expedition or wander around at leisure ... Read More...



Bamboo rafting

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This is a dawn to dusk range hiking and rafting program (can also be done as a half day program) through some of the richest forest tracts of Periyar Tiger Reserve. Starting at 8 am from the boat landing, a mosaic of habitats will be traversed before the party gets into rafts made of bamboos. The ... Read More...



Boating on the lake

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Embark on a serene boating experience in Thekkady, which takes you along the pristine waters of the Periyar Lake. Hop aboard a comfortable boat and glide through the tranquil lake, surrounded by the lush greenery of the Periyar Tiger Reserve. Keep your eyes peeled for wildlife sightings, as the ... Read More...



Cochin Fishing Village Tour

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An authentic experience for those looking to get off the beaten track, and you get to see a genuine fishing village, the way of life there and taste some of the catch. The excursion starts from Cochin and an hour`s drive will get you to the fishing village at Cherai. You will get to see how the ... Read More...



Jungle walk

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For those seeking a more adventurous experience, the jungle walk in Thekkady is an ideal choice. Accompanied by experienced guides, venture deep into the dense forests of the Periyar Tiger Reserve. Traverse through rugged terrains, climb steep slopes, and navigate through thick foliage as you ... Read More...



Spice Plantation tour

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Embark on a sensory journey through the aromatic spice plantations of Thekkady. Explore lush green farms where a variety of spices like cardamom, pepper, cinnamon, and cloves are cultivated. Learn about the cultivation techniques, harvesting methods, and the medicinal properties of these spices ... Read More...



Kalamandalam

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Kalamandalam, located in the cultural district of Cheruthuruthy in Kerala, is a renowned institution dedicated to the preservation and promotion of traditional Indian art forms, particularly Kathakali and Mohiniyattam. Established in 1930, Kalamandalam has played a pivotal role in nurturing and ... Read More...



Surfing and Yoga

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The warm-water waves rolling into this tropical beach offers some great spots for surfing. If you have never done surfing and want to learn, then there are courses available by ISA (Irish Sailing Association) certified trainers. Dividing your time between surfing, meditation and Yoga is the best ... Read More...



Chembra peak trek

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Embark on an exhilarating trek to Chembra Peak, the highest peak in Wayanad, and experience the breathtaking beauty of the Western Ghats. The trek begins with a scenic trail through dense forests, tea plantations, and grasslands. As you ascend, you will be rewarded with panoramic views of ... Read More...



Muthanga wildlife sanctuary

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Muthanga is located very near to the Karnataka border and is part of the Nilgiri biosphere. The sanctuary has the largest number of wild animals in Malabar. Elephant, spotted deer, bison, tiger, cheeta, wild bear, etc. are found in this sanctuary. The Game drives are on jeeps with a naturalist from ... Read More...



Tribal village tour

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Experience the rich cultural heritage of Wayanad by visiting a tribal village and immersing yourself in the indigenous way of life. Wayanad is home to several tribal communities, including the Paniyas, Kurichiyas, and Adiyas. During your visit, interact with the tribal community members and learn ... Read More...



The Broadway Market Tour

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Embark on a captivating tour of Broadway, one of the busiest and most vibrant streets in Cochin. This is a tour that explores the life in the city and away from the more touristy parts of Fort Cochin and Mattencherry. The markets here are fascinating with stores selling household stuff to high tech ... Read More...


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