Exploring Munnar in 3 Days

  1. Day 1: Eravikulam National Park
    20 minutes (8.1 miles) from Munnar town

    Discover the beautiful landscape of Eravikulam National Park, home to the endangered Nilgiri Tahr. Walk through the magical hills and soak in the serene atmosphere. Make sure to bring your camera along to capture the beauty of the park, especially during the flowering season. Try some local delicacies such as puttu, appam, and kadala curry at Rapsy Restaurant in the nearby market area.

  2. Day 2: Mattupetty Dam and Echo Point
    30 minutes (11 miles) from Eravikulam National Park

    Visit the stunning Mattupetty Dam, set against the backdrop of undulating hills and tea plantations. You can take a boat ride in the reservoir or just enjoy a leisurely walk around the dam. Just a short drive away, Echo Point is a scenic spot where your voice echoes back to you! Enjoy some local snacks such as bonda, samosa and bhaji at Hotel Hillview.

  3. Day 3: Tea Museum and Kolukkumalai Tea Estate
    25 minutes (9 miles) from Mattupetty Dam and Echo Point

    Explore the Tea Museum in Munnar to learn more about the history and production of tea in the region. Afterward, drive to the Kolukkumalai Tea Estate, the highest organic tea plantation in the world. Take a guided tour and learn about the traditional tea-making process. Don't forget to carry some cash as cards may not be accepted in some tea stalls here. Drop by Pattisseri D’Christy for some delicious desserts and baked items.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Eravikulam National Park (3 hours, INR 130 for entrance fee)
  • Boat ride at Mattupetty Dam (1 hour, INR 400)
  • Kolukkumalai Tea Estate tour (2 hours, INR 75)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 605

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can explore more tea plantations in the area such as Lockhart Tea Factory and Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary. For adventure lovers, rock climbing and trekking can be enjoyed at Chokramudi Peak. If you have less time, skip the Tea Museum and head straight to Kolukkumalai Tea Estate. Make sure to carry some warm clothes as the temperature can drop quite low in Munnar, especially during winters.

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