The Mudhouse Marayoor

Explore the villages surrounding your stay on two wheels and experience daily life at a relaxed pace. Cycling routes wind through quiet roads, agricultural landscapes and small settlements, offering opportunities to observe local farming practices, traditional homes and everyday village activities. Along the way, you’ll pass sugarcane fields, fruit orchards and open countryside while interacting with residents who call the area home.

The gentle terrain makes the ride enjoyable for most fitness levels, whether you prefer a leisurely outing or a longer exploration. Cycling provides an active and engaging way to cover more ground while experiencing the character, culture and scenery of the region firsthand.

Walk up through the lemongrass-covered slopes surrounding the property and enjoy an outing that combines light hiking with rewarding views across the valley below. The trail follows gentle terrain, making it suitable for most guests while offering a chance to experience the landscape beyond your cottage. As you move through the fragrant fields, you’ll observe the changing scenery, nearby farms and rolling hills that define this part of Kerala.

Reaching the higher sections of the property reveals broad views across the valley and surrounding countryside, making it an ideal activity for photography, birdwatching or simply spending time outdoors during your stay in the mountains.

Thoovanam Falls offers an enjoyable outing into one of the region’s most scenic natural settings. Reached through a guided walk, the route takes you through forested terrain before arriving at the cascading falls within the Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary. Along the way, you’ll spot native birds, butterflies and other wildlife that inhabit the area.

The waterfall itself provides a rewarding stop, especially during and after the monsoon season when water levels are at their strongest. Whether you are interested in nature, photography or simply spending time outdoors, this excursion combines light adventure with the opportunity to experience a different side of the landscape surrounding your stay.