One Day Trip to Explore Munnar

  1. 8:00AM - Mattupetty Dam
    25 minutes (8.1km) from Munnar town

    Mattupetty Dam is a concrete gravity dam built-in 1953 on the Mattupetty Lake. This dam is an ideal picnic spot surrounded by beautiful valleys, lush green tea plantations, and wildlife. You can enjoy boating on the lake and see diverse species of birds and animals around.

  2. 10:00AM - Echo Point
    20 minutes (7.7km) from Mattupetty Dam

    As the name suggests, Echo Point is a scenic place famous for its natural echo phenomenon. You can shout loudly atop the hills, and the echo of your voice will come back several times. The place is surrounded by lush green hills, waterfalls, and mist, which makes it a perfect spot to photograph the beauty of Nature.

  3. 11:30AM - Tea Museum
    15 minutes (4.7km) from Echo Point

    The Tea museum is a place for tea lovers to know more about the History of Tea Cultivation in Munnar. A guided tour will take you through the process of how tea leaves are plucked, processed, and packed, and it also includes a tea tasting session which is a must for all visitors.

  4. 1:00PM - Lunch at Rapsy Restaurant
    5 minutes (1.5km) from Tea Museum

    If you are looking for a good vegetarian restaurant, then Rapsy Restaurant is the right choice. This place is known for its South Indian delicacies, including dosa, idli, and sambar. They also serve North Indian dishes that are delectable.

  5. 3:00PM - Top Station
    1 hour (37km) from Rapsy Restaurant

    Top Station is the highest point in Munnar and is located on the border of Tamil Nadu and Kerala. This place offers a panoramic view of the Western Ghats and is an excellent spot for landscape photography. It is also famous for the beautiful Neelakurinji flowers, which bloom once in twelve years.

  6. 5:30PM - Attukad Waterfalls
    1 hour 10 minutes (42km) from Top Station

    The Attukad Waterfalls are another scenic spot in Munnar, located on the way to Pallivasal. It is a popular picnic spot surrounded by dense forests, hills, and tea gardens. The waterfall cascades down from a height of 30 feet and is a visual treat for all visitors.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Mattupetty Dam (1 hour, free)
  • Echo Point (1 hour, free)
  • Tea Museum (1 hour, INR 120)
  • Lunch at Rapsy Restaurant (1 hour, INR 400)
  • Top Station (2 hours, INR 50)
  • Attukad Waterfalls (1 hour, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 570

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can visit the Eravikulam National Park, Rose Garden, or the Kundala Dam. If you have less time, you can skip Attukad waterfalls and spend more time at Top Station. Also, carry a light jacket or shawl, as the weather can be a bit chilly, especially during the monsoon season.

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