Standard
Tempo Traveller
Force Tempo Traveller
12 seats18 seats
- Driver included
- AC / Non-AC
- Sound system
- TV
- Push-back seats
Best for: family trips, temple visits, group outings
Sabarimala Ayyappa Temple, Kerala
Sabarimala bus hire from Hyderabad
Tempo travellers and buses with an experienced driver for Ayyappa swamy groups travelling from Hyderabad to Sabarimala during the Mandala and Makaravilakku season.
About 1,200 km from Hyderabad
- Season
- Mid-November to January (Mandala and Makaravilakku season)
- Distance from Hyderabad
- About 1,200 km
- Typical trip
- Most groups plan 4 to 6 days return
- Vehicles
- 12 to 50 seaters
Coming up
The 2026-27 season is expected to open on 16 November 2026, with Mandala Pooja around 27 December and Makaravilakku around 14 January 2027. The temple is expected to close around 20 January 2027.
Expected dates follow the lunar calendar. Confirm with the temple before you travel.
Trip guide
Plan your Sabarimala trip
1
When to go
The main season runs from mid-November, when the temple opens for the 41-day Mandala period, to Makaravilakku in mid-January. The temple also opens for the first few days of each Malayalam month, but most groups from Telangana travel during the main season after completing their deeksha.
2
Getting there
It is a long road journey of about 1,200 km to Kerala. Vehicles go up to Pamba, the base for the 4 km climb to the temple. Many groups also stop at Erumeli, or add temples on the way, so tell us your stops and we will plan the route and timings.
3
Book early
November to January is our busiest period for Ayyappa groups. Call as soon as your group's dates are fixed so we can keep the right size vehicle for you.
Add these on the way
- Erumeli
- Guruvayur
- Madurai Meenakshi Temple
Tell us all your stops when you book and we will include them in the quote.
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Vehicles for Sabarimala
Pick a size and tap Get a Quote. The form fills in your trip for you.
Extra luggageTempo Traveller Long
Force Tempo Traveller, long chassis
12 seats
- Driver included
- AC / Non-AC
- Sound system
- TV
- Push-back seats
- Extra luggage space
Best for: long tours, airport groups, trips with lots of bags
LuxuryForce Urbania
Luxury van
12 seats18 seats
- Driver included
- AC
- Sound system
- TV
- Push-back seats
Best for: corporate guests, weddings, trips in comfort
PremiumLuxury Tempo Traveller
Custom-made seats and interior
18 seats
- Driver included
- AC
- Sound system
- TV
- Custom-made seats
Best for: VIP guests, weddings, special family trips
Mini Bus
SML
22 seats28 seats
- Driver included
- AC / Non-AC
- Sound system
- TV
- Push-back seats
Best for: sightseeing, school trips, functions
New 50-seaterBus
Eicher, Tata Marcopolo
40 seats50 seats
- Driver included
- AC / Non-AC
- Sound system
- TV
- Push-back seats
Best for: weddings, college tours, large events
Booking for the Sabarimala season
Season and festival dates are peak dates: a 30% advance confirms your vehicle, and the balance is paid at the end of the trip.
Read the full booking and cancellation policy- Cancel more than 7 days before pickup
- Full refund of the advance
- Cancel 3 to 7 days before pickup
- 50% of the advance refunded
- Cancel less than 3 days before, or no-show
- No refund
FAQ
Questions about Sabarimala trips
When is the Sabarimala season?
The main pilgrimage season runs from mid-November to mid or late January. For 2026-27 the temple is expected to open on 16 November 2026, with Makaravilakku around 14 January 2027.
Which vehicle is best for an Ayyappa swamy group?
For up to 12 swamys a 12-seater tempo traveller works well. For bigger groups choose an 18-seater, a 22 or 28-seater mini bus, or a 40 or 50-seater bus.
What is extra on a Sabarimala trip?
Fuel and driver are included in the per-km rate. Because this is an outstation trip, driver food and stay, toll charges, parking and state border tax are charged on top.
How far is Sabarimala from Hyderabad?
It is about 1,200 km by road. Most groups plan 4 to 6 days for the return trip, depending on stops.
Book your Sabarimala trip
Call or WhatsApp us with your dates and the number of people. We will suggest the right vehicle and send a quote.
Open every day, 8am to 10pm. 24/7 support during trips.