There can never be enough room for happy memories. Exotic, unexpected, amusing.  The world's largest gathering of Tuskers for instance.  Tall, majestic, caparisoned and swaying lightly in their royal grandeur.  A sight worth a trip around the globe.  From the 17th to the 20th of January every year.  Starting from Trichur, this caravan will wind its way through Cochin and Alleppey, reaching  Trivandrum for the grand finale.  At these points a lucky group of tourists will ride them, feed them, touch them or capture their bejewelled glory on film.

This is where your adventure begins. A magnificent array of caparisoned Tuskers standing tall and elegant. Welcoming you to Feed them in the true ceremonial manner. Accompanied by the traditional 'Melam' (Kerala orchestra). The Fun and frolic of all these forming a backdrop for select folk dance performances. The excitement is certainly going to work up an appetite for you. For which we have a sumptuous lunch ready. Follow it up with a delightful rides atop the elephants at Thekkinkadu grounds.  The ideal way to end this inaugural day of the world's most splendid of safaris.

Your Tusker friend take a break as you take on the commercial hub of Kerala, Cochin.  With the scenic charm of Chinese fishing nets and a natural harbour.  Indulge in some street side bargains or take an optional guided tour which combines a sunset cruise on the placid backwaters.  Better still, escape to the misty tea plantations of Munnar.  An exhilarating four hour drive from Cochin.  Or see Thekkady, a similarly situated destination that has some of the finest species of wildlife to offer.

The pace accelerates on the famous backwater lagoons here. Home to Kerala's traditional watersports. Watch a hundred oarsmen beat the clock on their snakeboats. Then try maneuvering one by yourself. Be sure to pack some fast action film to capture these scintillating moments. In a slower tempo you can also see the traditional coir industry here. Picking up a memento or two from the many showrooms.  Feeling tired? Take a cool sip of tender coconut water.

Welcome to Trivandrum. The lush green capital of Kerala. All set for the grand finale. Get down to Kovalam, the famed beach resort in the morning. Joyrides and seaside fun keep you occupied till late afternoon. Come evening and you experience the Great Elephant Show. In a typical rural ambience. Recreating the fabled Thrissur Pooram, which celebrates the friendly rivalry between two temple factions. Along with a specially choreographed cultural programme. Set in a typical Kerala village ambience. Featuring martial arts, dances and the mesmerising crescendo of Panchavadyam. Your pachyderm pals bidding adieu with a salute. But like all good things even the Great Elephant March must come to an end-To make it easy for you is a seaside barbecue and a fireworks display.  Leaving you with some unforgettable memories and a never before story to entertain your grandchildren.