A Day Trip to Munnar

  1. 9:00AM: Pothamedu View Point
    15 minutes (4.5 km) from Munnar town

    Enjoy a breathtaking panoramic view of Munnar's tea, coffee, and cardamom plantations. The view from the top is invigorating, making it an excellent way to start your day trip.

  2. 11:00AM: Eravikulam National Park
    25 minutes (7.8 km) from Pothamedu View Point

    Home to the endangered Nilgiri Tahr, Eravikulam National Park is an eco-tourism site that attracts nature and wildlife lovers. The park provides trekkers with a challenging terrain to explore.

  3. 1:30PM: Punnar River
    30 minutes (9.6 km) from Eravikulam National Park

    Take a boat ride along the Punnar River, where you can see the forest and hills that are a staple of the Munnar landscape. The river provides an opportunity for you to unwind and relax as you take in the scenery.

  4. 3:00PM: Tea Museum
    15 minutes (5.2 km) from Punnar River

    Visit the Tea Museum to understand the history and culture of tea production in Munnar. Observe antique and modern equipment designed to process tea leaves, sample diverse tea varieties and purchase souvenirs.

  5. 5:00PM: Munnar Market
    5 minutes (1 km) from Tea Museum

    Indulge in a shopping spree for traditional handicrafts, tea, spices, and fresh locally sourced fruits and vegetables at the Munnar market as you wander through the shops and enjoy the bustling atmosphere.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Pothamedu View Point (2 hours, 0 INR)
  • Eravikulam National Park (2 hours, 125 INR)
  • Punnar River (1 hour, 500 INR)
  • Tea Museum (1 hour, 250 INR)
  • Munnar Market (1 hour, 500 INR)
  • Total Estimated Costs: 1375 INR

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can head to the Top Station, a location that provides a beautiful view of the Western Ghats and the valley of Theni in Tamil Nadu. The Mattupetty Dam, Anamudi Peak, and Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary are also worthwhile visits if you have an extra day.

If you have time constraints, you can skip the Punnar River or the Munnar Market and still have a fulfilling Munnar experience. Try to make the most of mornings as places in Munnar close down early.

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