Adventurous 1-Day Itinerary in Munnar

1. 7:00AM: Sunrise at Anamudi Peak
   1 hour (13.1 miles) from Munnar town

   Enjoy the scenic beauty with a panoramic view of the sunrise at the highest peak in South India. It is recommended to start early to avoid the crowd.

2. 9:00AM: Mattupetty Dam
   45 minutes (16.3 miles) from Anamudi Peak

   Experience the thrill of speed boating and adventure activities like rock climbing, trekking, and zip-lining. Mattupetty Dam is also an excellent picnic spot with its lush green landscape and tranquil waters.

3. 12:00PM: Lunch at Saravana Bhavan
   30 minutes (5.6 miles) from Mattupetty Dam

   Relish the authentic South Indian cuisine at Saravana Bhavan, famous for its Dosas, Idlis, Vadas, and their mouthwatering filter coffee.

4. 1:00PM: Echo Point
   15 minutes (4.1 miles) from Saravana Bhavan

   Watch your voice echo across the beautiful lake surrounded by scenic hills. The location is ideal for nature photography, nature walks, and boating.

5. 3:00 PM: Tea Tasting at Kannan Devan Tea Museum
   30 minutes (7.2 miles) from Echo Point

   Indulge in tea tasting and learn about tea production at Kannan Devan Tea Museum. Witness the process of tea-making from the tea gardens to the production unit and take home the fresh tea leaves.

6. 5:00PM: Jeep Safari at Kolukkumalai Tea Estate
   1 hour 15 minutes (20.7 miles) from Kannan Devan Tea Museum

   Experience the thrill of the jeep's bumpy ride, and drive on the steep slopes of the Kolukkumalai Tea Estate. Witness the tea plantation process, learn about the manual tea picking technique, and marvel at the panoramic view of the Western Ghats from the top.

7. 7:00PM: Dinner at Claypot Restaurant
   1 hour 15 minutes (30.5 miles) from Kolukkumalai

   End your day with a dinner at the Claypot restaurant famous for its Chettinadu cuisine. The restaurant has a rustic ambiance and serves traditional Indian food cooked in a clay pot over an open flame.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Anamudi Peak (1 hour, free)
• Mattupetty Dam (2 hours, INR 500/adult for speed boat ride)
• Saravana Bhavan (1 hour, INR 300 for two people)
• Echo Point (1 hour, INR 200 for boating)
• Kannan Devan Tea Museum (1.5 hours, INR 300/person for museum tour)
• Kolukkumalai Tea Estate (2 hours, INR 3000/jeep for a group of 4)
• Claypot Restaurant (1 hour, INR 800 for two people)
Total Estimated Costs: INR 5,100

Useful Tips

It is recommended to hire a private cab for the day as public transportation is limited. You can add destinations like Pothamedu Viewpoint, Top Station, Biking in the hill stations if you have more time. If you have less time, then you can avoid tea museum or reduce the time spent in restaurants or Echo point.