3-Day Family Friendly Itinerary in Munnar

  1. Day 1: Tea Plantations and Nature Trails
    Starting Point: Munnar Town (0 miles)
    Drive to Kolukkumalai Tea Plantations (1.5 hours, 30 miles).

    Experience Munnar's natural beauty, stunning views of the tea plantations and then trek towards the viewpoint for a perfect sunset. Taking a walk along the tea plantation and interact with the locals is an excellent opportunity to understand the tea production process and local agriculture.

  2. Day 2: Eco-Friendly Attractions
    Starting Point: Kolukkumalai Tea Plantations (0 miles)
    • Eravikulam National Park (1 hour, 20 miles)
    • Join a guided tour of this biosphere reserve and spot the rare and endangered Nilgiri Tahr (mountain goat). Take a trek to the Anamudi Peak, which stands tall at 8,842 feet and is the highest peak in South India.

    • Kundala Lake (30 minutes, 11 miles)
    • 16 km away from Munnar city is Kundala, a picturesque lake surrounded by floras and overlooked by magnificent mountains. Take a boat ride and enjoy the views.

    • Tea Museum (30 minutes, 10 miles)
    • Walk us through the history of Tea in Munnar, an excellent place to understand about the evolution of tea production in the region.

  3. Day 3: Adventure Activities
    Starting Point: Kundala Lake (0 miles)
    • Paddle Boating and Zip-lining (45 minutes, 5 miles)
    • Right next to the Kundala Lake is a fantastic place to enjoy Paddle Boating and Zip-lining entertainment with thrilling adventure experiences by being surrounded by the picturesque views of Mountains and Floras.

    • Explore Top Station (1.5 hours, 25 miles)
    • Top Station is one of the most popular observation points in Munnar, located above the clouds, which offers spectacular views of the hill station and mountain ranges.

    • Spice Garden (30 minutes, 10 miles)
    • Explore the aromatic and rich Spice Garden of Munnar, a place filled with exotic spices, herbs, and medicinal plants from the Western Ghats.

Time and Costs Estimate

  • Kolukkumalai tea plantations (1.5 hours, INR 2,000 per person)
  • Eravikulam National Park (1 hour, INR 200 per person)
  • Kundala Lake (30 minutes, INR 50 per person for boat ride)
  • Tea Museum (30 minutes, INR 150 per person)
  • Paddle Boating and Zip-lining (45 minutes, INR 400 per person)
  • Explore Top Station (1.5 hours, INR 20 per person)
  • Spice Garden (30 minutes, INR 100 per person)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 2,920 per person

Useful Tips

If you have more time, visit the nearby Marayoor Sandalwood Forest or rose garden that you can relax or explore some more with family-friendly spots. If you have less time, visit the main attraction like Kolukkumalai tea plantations and Eravikulam National Park in the same day.

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