3-Day Family-Friendly Itinerary for Munnar

  1. Day 1: Tea Gardens and Mattupetty Dam
    30 minutes (11.5 miles) from Munnar town

    Start your day earl y and head to the Tea Gardens, where you can enjoy a serene view of the rolling hills and learn about the tea-making process. Next, drive to the Mattupetty Dam to experience boating and serene views of the surrounding hills.

  2. Day 2: Eravikulam National Park and Tea Museum
    50 minutes (12.5 miles) from Munnar town

    On your second day, plan a visit to the Eravikulam National Park to catch a sight of the Nilgiri Tahr, a rare mountain goat species. The park also offers a comfortable trek and you can enjoy views of the Western Ghats. After the national park, head to the Tea Museum to learn about the history of tea in Munnar and see an exhibit of old tea-making equipment.

  3. Day 3: Kolukkumalai Tea Estate and Pothamedu Viewpoint
    1 hour 20 minutes (27 miles) from Munnar town

    For your last day, plan a visit to the Kolukkumalai Tea Estate, one of the highest tea plantations in the world and get amazed by the beautiful view of landscapes from the top. Enjoy a cup of tea while enjoying the grand view. During the late afternoon, watch the sunset over the beautiful Munnar hills at the Pothamedu Viewpoint.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Tea Gardens (1-2 hours, free admission)
  • Mattupetty Dam (2-3 hours, ₹10 per adult)
  • Eravikulam National Park (3-4 hours, ₹120 per adult)
  • Tea Museum (1-2 hours, ₹120 per adult)
  • Kolukkumalai Tea Estate (3-4 hours, ₹400 per person)
  • Pothamedu Viewpoint (1-2 hours, free admission)
  • Total Estimated Costs: ₹670 per adult

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can add a visit to the Kundala Lake and the Top Station to your itinerary. For those with less time, drop the Tea Museum from Day 2, or choose between Kolukkumalai Tea Estate and Pothamedu Viewpoint for your last day depending on your preference.

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