Helicopters Help Kerala Tourism Fly High

Kerala tourism now gets a new dimension with newly launched helicopter Services. Deccan Aviation LTD offers helicopter services to major Kerala tourist destinations like Kovalam, Munnar, Thekkady and Kumarakom. From its new base in Thiruvananthapuram, Deccan Aviation LTD took its first flight on December 1.

The company also plans to extend its services to Kannur and Kozhikode districts of Kerala. This means, previously un-accessible hidden gems of Kerala tourism will be opened before travelers seeking to enjoy the un-spoilt natural beauty and serenity of Kerala.

In addition, the helicopter services gives room for transporting medical and corporate materials. The services will extend the possibility of tourism in the state. Deccan Aviation makes tourism more viable and flexible through the services. To enable the tourists to visit their tourist destinations, the company offers regular packages besides the customized packages. On the basis of the availability of tourists, Deccan Airways decides to which are to be connected. Fly the Hills connecting hill stations of Kerala, Capital by Air for an aerial view of Thiruvananthapuram city, Shoreline Fights connecting the beaches, Backwaters by Air to get connected to backwater destinations are the main packages currently offered by Deccan Aviation.

Besides Deccan Airways, King Rotors and Air Charter Pvt. Ltd in association with city based air travel enterprises have started helicopter services in the state. Thus, helicopter services are widening the tourism possibilities of the state. The early signs suggest helicopter service has really picked up in the state.

Kerala Tourism Department has chalked out plans to forward seaplanes. A budget of Rupees ten crore has been sought from the Union Government to meet all the requisites to commence seaplanes. By the introduction of seaplanes, it will be helpful for the tour agents to easily transport tourists from one location to another. About fifty percent of the rates are discounted for the operations of the seaplanes. Seaplanes are designed to include about ten to twelve passengers. Kerala Tourism department forwards seaplane introduction together with joining hands with private sector.

The tourism promoting agencies are liable to decide the fares of these services. Helicopter services have opened a new chapter in promoting tourism in the state. Kerala Tourism Department is looking forward to take Kerala tourism to new heights from its current position as a global leader in tourism promotion.