From jeep treks and waterfalls to quiet mornings with misty hills, this guide will help you plan what to do during your stay at Diya Homestay in Mamalakandam.
People from Ernakulam, Thrissur and many cities in Tamil Nadu (Coimbatore, Chennai, Erode, Madurai, etc.) travel to Mamalakandam for one main reason – nature.
It’s a place where you can hear the sound of birds and breeze more than traffic, where mornings start with mist on the hills and evenings end with cool air and stars. When you stay at Diya Homestay, you are right in the middle of this experience.
Below are some of the best things to do around Mamalakandam, explained in a simple order that fits a weekend or 2–3 days stay.
Reach Diya Homestay by noon or afternoon. Hill roads are better enjoyed before it gets dark, especially if it’s your first time in Mamalakandam.
After settling into your villa or special stay (Egg House / Rock Cave House), take a slow walk around. Notice the trees, sounds and views – this is already one of the main “activities”.
Evenings can be spent in the sit-out, balcony or nearby open areas. Watch the sky change colour as the hills slowly go dark and the temperature cools.
This is usually the “adventure + exploring” day. The exact timing may change based on weather, but the idea is:
Start with a jeep trek arranged from Diya Homestay. You’ll move through hilly, forest-like paths, stop at scenic points and feel what an off-road ride really means.
During or after the jeep trek, there are points where you can see layers of hills and valleys. These are good for group photos, couple photos or just quietly standing and watching.
Plan a visit to popular waterfalls like Cheeyappara (Diya Homestay is roughly around 11 km away). Feel the spray, click pictures and then return to the homestay for a relaxed evening.
A signature activity many guests ask for when they search “Mamalakandam jeep trekking” or “adventure near Mamalakandam homestay”. It’s bouncy, scenic and memorable.
Visit waterfalls in the region (like Cheeyappara) to enjoy the sound and force of water in a forest/hill setting. A good add-on for your Mamalakandam trip.
Sometimes, the best “thing to do” is to do nothing – sip tea, listen to birds, read a book, have lazy conversations with your people, and just absorb the atmosphere.
In Diya Homestay, the stay itself is part of the activity list.
For many guests, simply staying in a 3 BHK / 2 BHK villa together – cooking, laughing, watching the view – is the main highlight. For others, staying in the Egg House or Rock Cave House is a once-in-a-trip memory.
This is why, if someone searches “best stays in Mamalakandam” or “unique homestay in Kerala hills”, we want Diya Homestay to show up – not just as a room provider, but as an experience host.
Iconic egg-shaped stay, ideal for couples and small families who want something different from a regular hotel room.
A stay that feels closer to the rock and hillside – made for those who love the idea of a “cave-like” yet comfortable experience.
From our guest patterns, these are the people who enjoy Mamalakandam activities the most:
Choose your villa or special stay at Diya Homestay and then add these activities on top. Your “things to do” list will naturally fill itself as you spend time here.