Start your day with a scenic drive towards the tea plantations and waterfalls of Kaanthloor. A must-see attraction is the Valara Waterfalls, located in between dense forest and tea plantation. Enjoy the stunning views and take some memorable pictures. Head towards the Kaanthloor Tea Plantation which is famous for its aromatic tea and learn about the tea-making process. End your day with a romantic dinner at the River View Hotel & Restaurant, offering incredible views of the river and mountains.
Start your day with breakfast at the hotel and then head to the Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary, known for its rich birdlife. Explore the sanctuary with your partner and discover some unique and exotic bird species. Afterward, take a trek to the Meenuliyan Para mountain, offering stunning panoramic views of the region. End your day with dinner at the Jungle Bells Nature Camp, a peaceful campsite offering traditional Kerala cuisine.
If you have more time, visit the Munnar Tea Museum to learn about the tea history of Kerala. The Kannan Devan Hills Plantation offers a guided tour of tea gardens, tea processing factory, tea tasting sessions, and elephant rides. For adventure enthusiasts, a bamboo rafting excursion on the Periyar river is a great experience.
If you have less time, skip the trek and visit the Attukad Waterfalls instead. For food, try local eateries for affordable and delicious meals, and pack some snacks and water for long journeys. Although Kaanthloor is a small town, public transportation is not much developed, so hiring a taxi or self-driving is the best option to explore the region.