5-Day Itinerary for Munnar

  1. Day 1: Tata Tea Museum
    20 minutes (7.5 km) from Munnar Bus Stand

    Tata Tea Museum is a must-visit for tea-lovers where one can learn about the history and production of tea. There is also a demonstration of tea making and tasting.

  2. Day 2: Blossom Hydel Park
    10 minutes (3 km) from Tata Tea Museum

    Blossom Hydel Park is a scenic place with walking trails, gardens, and a fresh-water aquarium. Boating is also available on the park’s lake.

  3. Day 3: Kundala Dam Lake
    1 hour 30 minutes (30 km) from Blossom Hydel Park

    Kundala Dam Lake is ideal for boating, cycling, and picnics. The lake is surrounded by mountains and offers beautiful views of the forested hills.

  4. Day 4: Mattupetty Dam
    40 minutes (15 km) from Kundala Dam Lake

    Mattupetty Dam is one of the highest point in Munnar. It offers stunning views of the tea plantations and the surrounding hills. Wildlife such as elephants and the Nilgiri tahr can be spotted here.

  5. Day 5: Eravikulam National Park
    40 minutes (13 km) from Mattupetty Dam

    Eravikulam National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its endangered Nilgiri Tahr. The park has several trekking routes, waterfalls, and lush green forests, making it a perfect place for nature lovers.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Tata Tea Museum (1 hour, INR 100)
  • Blossom Hydel Park (1 hour, INR 30)
  • Kundala Dam Lake (2 hours, INR 200 for boat ride)
  • Mattupetty Dam (1 hour, INR 20)
  • Eravikulam National Park (3-4 hours, INR 125 for entry)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 475

Useful tips

If you have more time, visit Echo Point and Top Station for panoramic views of the valley. If you have less time, consider skipping the Kundala Dam Lake and adding a visit to the Kolukkumalai Tea Estate, which is known to produce some of the best tea worldwide.

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