Start the day at Echo Point, where you'll get stunning views of the surrounding hills and the rare phenomenon of the echoing noise it makes. Afterward, explore the tea plantations of Kolukkumalai, which offers a great hiking opportunity with sweeping views down to the valley and the sea beyond. Have lunch at a local restaurant to experience authentic Kerala cuisine. Continue your journey by visiting Mattupetty Dam, where you can enjoy a serene boat ride and admire the mesmerizing beauty of the surrounding hills and greenery. End your day by soaking in the healing properties of the Therapeutic Serrano Ayurvedic Tea and Spice Garden.
Begin your day with a visit to the Lockhart Tea Museum and Factory, where you'll learn about the tea-making process and the history of the plantations. Afterward, head over to the Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary, where you can take a jeep safari and experience the thrill of seeing up-close some of India's most exotic wildlife- elephants, tigers and bisons. Have lunch at a local restaurant before heading over to the Meesapulimala Trekking Trail for a scenic trek through the majestic hills. End your day at the Urumbikkara Statue Forest.
If you have more time, consider visiting the Eravikulam National Park, home to the endangered and exclusive mountain goat "Nilgiri Tahr". Pay a visit to the Anaimudi Peak, the highest peak in South India and witness a breathtaking panoramic view of Munaar. For those pressed for time, skip the Serrano Ayurvedic Tea and Spice Garden and Urumbikkara Statue Forest.