Kerala Theyyam Ritual Dance From Kannur

5–6 hours Free cancellation Private tour

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About this activity

Kerala is famous for its elaborate dance forms like Kathakali. On this tour, watch a Theyyam performance that showcases the elaborate costumes of the performers, who bring to life legends and stories of divine beings and heavenly spirits. The larger than life image of the performers is treated with great respect by the audience. This tour gives you a glimpse into this traditional religious ritual of Kerala.

Highlights

Theyyam ritual

Elaborate costumes of the performers

Interaction with locals

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At a glance

Duration: 5–6 hours
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: English
Operated by: SITA World Tours

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–11 years) · Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: 02 bottles of mineral water per person
Included: Local English speaking guide
Included: Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Not included

Not included: Food or drinks, unless specified
Not included: Gratuities (optional)

Itinerary

Theyyam

4 hours Admission included

You will be picked up from your hotel in Kannur and driven to a village temple or a Hindu home where Theyyam is performed. The timing of the ritual is based on the lunar Hindu calendar and keeps changing each month.

On reaching the site of the ritual, you may take pictures of the performer and his elaborate costume. If you are lucky you might get to see a fire Theyyam, which is performed from time to time, again based on the lunar calendar.

The entire ritual can last for several hours. The elaborate costumes and the heavy make-up of the performers add to the mystical aura of the ritual.

At the end of the performance, you will be driven back to Kannur and dropped off at your hotel.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

JK Park Residency
Hotel Blue Nile
Hotel Central Avenue
Malabar Residency
Sun N Sand
Asokam Beach Resort
Yoyostay
Seashell Harish Beach Home
Monsoon Service Apartments
Mascot Beach Resort
Kaula Inn
Fort Residency

and 17 more pickup points

From your Hotel in Kannur

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Adult pricing applies to all travelers.
Confirmation will be received within a week of booking.
Theyyam is a religious ritual performance and, therefore, it is important for visitors to dress and behave properly. No shorts or sleeveless tops are allowed. Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women.
Footwear is not allowed inside the temple or the host home.
Consider wearing comfortable walking shoes.
Tour does not operate from June to October.