Published on Jan, 2025

Our trip to Munnar, India, was an incredible experience, full of adventure, relaxation, and stunning scenery. One of the best parts of the trip was the freedom and flexibility we had, thanks to our private driver, Lal. It allowed us to explore the area at our own pace and really make the most of our time in this beautiful part of India. The Wild Elephant Jeep Safari was definitely one of the highlights of our trip. Getting up close to these magnificent creatures in their natural habitat was absolutely breathtaking. The moment when we saw them drinking from the water was truly magical, and it felt like we were witnessing something rare and special. We also had the opportunity to experience some thrilling activities, like riding the zip line and taking a hot air balloon ride—both of which were unforgettable! The zip line offered a unique aerial view of the lush landscapes, and the hot air balloon ride gave us a peaceful and panoramic look at Munnar’s rolling hills and tea plantations. These experiences added an adventurous twist to our trip that we’ll never forget. Another standout part of our journey was the houseboat experience. We spent a relaxing day on the water with our private chef and driver, enjoying delicious meals and taking in the tranquility of the backwaters. It was the perfect way to unwind and soak up the beauty of the region. Of course, no trip to Munnar would be complete without a little pampering. We were able to enjoy some wonderful massages, which were the perfect way to recharge after all the exciting activities. Having Lal as our driver made it incredibly convenient to get to the spa and other attractions without any stress, allowing us to fully enjoy each experience without feeling rushed. Lal was incredibly patient, kind, and always ensured we were comfortable and safe during the trip. His flexibility in accommodating our requests, like taking extra stops or adjusting our schedule to fit in activities, made the experience even more enjoyable. Having him as our driver gave us the peace of mind to fully immerse ourselves in all the activities, from the jeep safari to the relaxing houseboat experience, without worrying about logistics. Overall, our time in Munnar was a perfect balance of adventure and relaxation. The activities we did—safari, houseboat, zip lining, and hot air ballooning—were all amazing, and having Lal as our driver made the trip even more seamless and enjoyable. If you’re looking for an adventure-filled yet peaceful getaway, Munnar is definitely the place to visit!

Published on Nov, 2024

The hotel and boat trip were both excellent. Our driver Praveen was brilliant. The excursions were great but DO NOT take the option of the ELEPHANT RIDE or BATH... it is incredibly cruel, we paid 1800 rupees for the elephant bath, what we saw was a poor distressed elephant that was chained up between 4 trees, it's back legs were chained together so it couldn't even take a step forwards or back. It was clearly very depressed, the trainer used a bull-hook and shouted at it aggressively. We left feeling incredibly sad for the elephant and guilty/ashamed that we had stupidly paid money to these people to exploit this poor beautiful animal.

Published on Nov, 2024

We saw an accomplished so much on our trip with wonderful accommodations. Our driver, Achu, was fantastic and flexible with our time frames and requests. Thanks to Nimisha and Achu for a wonderful Munnar and Kerali trip!

Published on Sep, 2024

An excellent trip with a fantastic driver. Stunning scenery and breathe taking waterfalls.Our guide/driver Sumesh was amazing what a Lovely lovely guy The accomodation was fab and the food so tasty. This trip is a must for anyone.wanting to see the wonders of Kerela.

Published on Apr, 2024

Kerala was without a doubt a highlight of our India tour. Such a beautiful location with some of the nicest people you'll ever meet. Having never been to India before we decided that using an organised tour through Sanguine would be a great way to pack everything in. The tour was fabulous. The communications and organisation from Sanguine was first class both pre arrival and throughout the tour. Jaison our driver and guide throughout the 4 days was fabulous, nothing was too much and he took every effort to ensure we had a great time. He stopped at beautiful locations, was only too happy to take pictures of us so we could bank our memories. He really made a great tour amazing. There were so many highlights. The tea plantations are truly amazing, and the work taken to pick them is mind blowing..... I'll never look at a teabag in the same way again! Watching the sunrise on a jeep tour was beautiful to see. Going to the national park is a really nice experience and chance to stretch the legs, the magical Nilgiri mountain goats are plentiful and super cute. A special mention must also go to the houseboat team. We were slightly nervous about this part, about the cleanliness and what sleeping on a boat would be like in India. It was fabulous, the crew were amazing and the boat was super clean and probably one of the best nights sleep we had in our trip! Honestly, looking back now at photo's from the tour brings back memories that will last a lifetime! A fabulous tour and one we would thoroughly recommend. Thank you to the Sanguine team, and a particular thank you to our friend Jaison!