The hill stations of Kerala are dense in vegetation and provide natural habitat to exotic wildlife. Spices such as pepper, cardamom, cinnamon and the cashew nut are grown in the plantations on these hills in Kerala. The Dutch and English colonial rulers of Kerala introduced cash crops plantations such as rubber and tea in the 18th and 19th centuries, which is being continued till today.

Ponmudi
Ponmudi a hill station loaded with beauty, peace & greenery is situated at a distance of 61 km from Thiruvananthapuram and at an altitude of 1000 m above the sea level.. The hill station is a welcome spot where you can relax in the lap of nature breaking away from the bustle of the city life. People with passion for trekking and long leisure walks must explore the hill station of Ponmudi. There is a lot to see and behold like hills, valleys tea-estates and cottages


Munnar
Munnar, a paradise located at an altitude of 1,600 m, is one of the most beautiful hill stations of Kerala. Munnar has the highest elevation, Anamundi in south India,. Which raises to a height of whooping 2695 m This hill station was the most favored summer destination of European settlers for centuries. Munnar actually means the 'Three Rivers' and derives its name from the three-mountain stream, Muthirapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundala. Munnar an ideal destination for a peaceful vacation offers many a beautiful and exotic locales. Including lakes, dams, wild life sanctuaries and tea and spice plantations.
Altitude - 5000 to 8000 Ft above sea level.


Idukki
Idukki derives its name from a Malayalam word 'Idukki ', which means narrow gorge. Idukki is known as the land of massive mountains, variegated valleys and splendid streams. Located in the southern portion of Kerala, Idukki offers diverse tourist attractions like Thekkady & other hill ranges, mountain treks, spice plantations, and wild life sanctuaries. The Idukki Wildlife Sanctuary is the prime attraction of the hill town of Idukki. It is spread over an area of 70 sq km in the vicinity of the Arched Dam. Thekkady an exotic and wild beauty of nature is at a distance of almost 65 km from Idukki. The place is visited for its unspoilt beauty of the nature and vast wildlife population.


Palakkad
Palakkad also known as Palghat lies on the foothills of the Western Ghats. On the border of Kerala and Tamil Nadu, Palakkad is 80 km towards northeast of Trichur and 50 km towards southwest of Coimbatore. Palakkad attracts a lots of tourists every year because richness of the natural beauty of the dense forests, fertile valleys, huge mountains, long rivers, several streams and diverse flora and fauna.The most popular attraction here is Malampuzha Dam & Garden, located at a convenient distance of 10 km from Palakkad on the lower hills of the Western Ghats.


Vagamon
Vagamon is truly a paradise for the seekers of peace and tranquility, is located at 1100 m above the sea level is well within accessible distance from Cochin and 60 km from Kottayam. The hill station is surrounded by tea estates and will soon become India's foremost Eco-Tourism Project. Three chains of hills, namely, Thangal hill, Murugan hill and Kurisumala, surround Vagamon.Vagamon is a popular spot for trekkers, paragliding, mountaineering and rock climbing apart from these there are also some exciting spots like Placid lakes and dense forest areas. Vagamon is also a perfect base station for the tourists who wish to explore other nearby hill stations such as Thekkady, Kurisumala, Thangalpara, Muruganmala and Kulamavu.