Vagamon Nature Adventure

1. Day 1: Vagamon Meadows
   30 minutes (15 kilometers) from Vagamon town center

   Enjoy a lush green landscape with rolling meadows that offer photographic opportunities and paragliding options.

2. Day 2: Pine Hills
   20 minutes (10 kilometers) from Vagamon Meadows

   Hike through a pine forest and enjoy stunning views of the surrounding hills. Visit the Murugan Mala temple, a Hindu pilgrimage site.

3. Day 3: Orchid Garden
   30 minutes (13 kilometers) from Pine Hills

   Explore a colorful garden that abounds with rare and endangered orchid species. Learn about the orchid's habitat, life cycle and uses.

4. Day 4: Marmala Waterfalls
   40 minutes (22 kilometers) from Orchid Garden

   Hike to the waterfall in Marmala forest for a refreshing swim and abundant wildlife sightings.

5. Day 5: Thagayyappan Mala
   1 hour (30 kilometers) from Marmala Waterfalls

   Visit an ancient Hindu temple and experience stunning views of the Western Ghats. Have an enjoyable time with the local community.

6. Day 6: Ulipooni Wildlife Sanctuary Trek
   50 minutes (25 kilometers) from Thagayyappan Mala

   Take a trek in the Ulipooni Wildlife Sanctuary where you can spot exotic species like elephants, sambar deer, and Malabar giant squirrels.

7. Day 7: Vagamon Lake
   20 minutes (12 kilometers) from Ulipooni Wildlife Sanctuary Trek

   Take a break and enjoy a peaceful picnic by the lake, surrounded by the hills and forests. You can also go kayaking and fishing here.

8. Day 8: Kuttikanam Tea Plantations
   1 hour 30 minutes (40 kilometers) from Vagamon Lake

   Walk through the lush green tea plantations, learn how tea is made, and enjoy a cup of fresh tea while listening to stories of plantation life.

9. Day 9: Indo Swiss Project
   40 minutes (17 kilometers) from Kuttikanam Tea Plantations

   Visit the Indo-Swiss project, a dairy farm which demonstrates modern dairy farming techniques. Have a taste of fresh dairy products and learn about sustainable farming methods.

10. Day 10: Vagamon Falls
    50 minutes (23 kilometers) from Indo Swiss Project

    Conclude your journey with a visit to the Vagamon falls, an exquisite natural waterfall surrounded by evergreen forests. Take a dip and rejuvenate in the cool, pristine waters.

Time and Costs Estimates:

• Vagamon Meadows (2 hours, Free)
• Pine Hills (3 hours, Free)
• Orchid Garden (2 hours, 150 INR)
• Marmala Waterfalls (3 hours, Free)
• Thagayyappan Mala (2 hours, Free)
• Ulipooni Wildlife Sanctuary Trek (4 hours, 500 INR)
• Vagamon Lake (2 hours, Free)
• Kuttikanam Tea Plantations (3 hours, 500 INR)
• Indo Swiss Project (2 hours, 100 INR)
• Vagamon Falls (2 hours, Free)
Total Estimated Costs : 1250 INR per person

Useful Tips:

If you have more time, explore more of the local temples and trek the lesser-known routes in the hills that showcase scenic views. If less time allows, skip the Indo-Swiss project and Marmala waterfalls. Dine at local eateries and don’t forget to be careful while hiking or swimming.