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Finding your way to the Healing Village
Kairali – The Ayurvedic Healing Village is an NABH-accredited Ayurvedic hospital near Palakkad, Kerala, in South India. This page tells you which airport to choose, how our transfers work, and exactly what to expect from the moment you land.
III/73 Palayamkadu, P.O. Olassery, Kodumbu, Palakkad District – 678551, Kerala, India
India› Kerala (south-west coast)› Palakkad District› 📍Olassery, Kodumbu — foot of the Western Ghats
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The simplest way to reach us
Fly to Coimbatore (CJB)
The nearest airport — about a 1½–2 hour private road transfer. Kochi / Cochin (COK) is a good alternative when it connects better from your country, about 2½–3 hours by road.
Palakkad Junction (PGT)
The nearest railhead, about 35 minutes away — or drive the NH544 Coimbatore–Kochi corridor.
Coimbatore airport is in the neighbouring state of Tamil Nadu; the hospital is in Kerala. Your transfer crosses the state border by road — this is normal and needs no extra formalities.
Ways to arrive
By air, by rail, by road
Whichever way you travel, we can meet you at the airport or station with a named driver — so you are never searching for a taxi on arrival.
By air
On arrival: share your flight number and landing time in advance, and a car with a name-board can be waiting for you.
By rail
On arrival: taxis wait at the station, or send us your train number and arrival time and we will collect you.
By road
On arrival: follow signs for Kodumbu and Olassery; call the main line if you need directions on the day.
Airport & station transfers
Let us bring you the last mile
The hospital can arrange a private car for your arrival from the airport or the railway station. To request one, message our patient care coordinator, Priya, on WhatsApp, or call the main line. When you write, please share:
The main line is answered by an automated menu — press 2 for reservations. Lines are open 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM IST, daily. Transfer arrangements and any charge are confirmed by our team when you book.
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Where we are
Kerala sits on India’s south-west coast. Palakkad District lies inland, at the Kerala–Tamil Nadu border and the foot of the Western Ghats. The two airports you are likely to use are Coimbatore (CJB, in Tamil Nadu, nearest) and Kochi / Cochin (COK, in Kerala) — both connect to the hospital by a straightforward road transfer.
Coimbatore Airport (CJB) is to the east in Tamil Nadu; Kochi Airport (COK) is to the south-west in Kerala.
Your arrival, step by step
- Clear immigration and collect your baggage.
- Exit through the arrivals gate.
- A Kairali representative meets you holding a name-board with your name. You will receive the driver’s name and vehicle details before you land.
- The driver helps with your luggage and brings you directly to the hospital.
- If you cannot find the driver, call or message the arrival number and wait inside the terminal.
Good to know
Local SIM / eSIM
Available at the airport — useful from the moment you land.
How we coordinate your pickup and stay in touch throughout.
Currency
The Indian Rupee (₹). ATMs are available at both airports.
English
Widely spoken across Kerala; our team communicates in English.
Distances at a glance
From the main hubs to the hospital
| From | Mode | Distance | Approx. time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coimbatore Airport (CJB) | By car | ~62 km | ~1½–2 hr |
| Kochi / Cochin Airport (COK) | By car | ~115 km | ~2½–3 hr |
| Palakkad Junction (PGT) | By car | ~18 km | ~35 min |
Distances are measured to the hospital and are approximate; driving times vary with traffic, route and season. Our team can confirm the best option for your journey.
Where to find us
Addresses
Kairali – The Ayurvedic Healing Village
III/73 Palayamkadu, P.O. Olassery,Kodumbu, Palakkad District – 678551,
Kerala, India
Kairali Ayurvedic Health Resort Pvt. Ltd.
D-130, Block D, Ambedkar Colony,Mehrauli, New Delhi – 110030,
India
Before you travel
Common questions
Coimbatore (CJB) is the nearest airport, about one and a half to two hours away by road, and is the simplest arrival for most guests. Choose Kochi / Cochin (COK) — about two and a half to three hours by road — when it offers a better international connection from your country.
Coimbatore International Airport (CJB) is the nearest, about 62 km away — roughly one and a half to two hours by car. Kochi / Cochin International Airport (COK) is about 115 km, around two and a half to three hours by road.
Yes. The hospital can arrange a private car for arriving patients. Message our patient care coordinator on WhatsApp, or call the main line, and share your arrival date, time and flight or train number. A team member will confirm your driver and the vehicle details.
A Kairali representative waits at the arrivals area holding a name-board with your name. You will receive the driver’s name and vehicle details before you land, so you know exactly who is meeting you.
Yes. A pre-arranged transfer is recommended for late arrivals, when local roads are quiet. Share your flight details in advance and your driver will be waiting whatever the hour.
Yes. Palakkad Junction (PGT) is the recommended railhead, about 18 km away — roughly a 35-minute drive. Taxis are available at the station, or send us your train number and arrival time and we will collect you.
Kerala is among the calmest parts of India, and English is widely spoken. With a pre-arranged transfer you are met by a named driver, so you are not looking for a taxi on arrival. Many of our patients travel to us alone.
Yes. A wheelchair-accessible vehicle and a companion travelling with you can be arranged. Please tell us your requirements when you book so the right vehicle is ready.
Most international guests need a valid passport and an Indian visa or eligible e-Visa. Requirements vary by nationality and can change, so please check the official Government of India visa portal before you travel.
Kairali – The Ayurvedic Healing Village is an NABH-accredited Ayurvedic hospital. Care is led by registered Ayurvedic physicians, and every treatment programme follows a clinical consultation. It is not a spa.
Ready to plan your arrival?
Message Priya on WhatsApp to arrange a transfer, or speak with our team about your journey. A physician or the right team member will be in touch.
