Adventure-Packed Day in Idukki

  1. 8:00AM: Spice Plantation
    30 minutes (11 km) from Idukki

    Go on a guided tour of the lush spice plantation and learn about the cultivation, harvesting, and processing of various spices. You'll also get to taste some exotic spices and buy some for your kitchen back home.

  2. 10:00 AM: Meesapulimala Trek
    1 hour (24 km) from Spice Plantation

    Embark on an exhilarating trek to the Meesapulimala Peak, the second-highest peak in South India. The trail passes through tea plantations, sholas, and Rhododendron forests. The panoramic view from the top is breathtaking.

  3. 1:00 PM: Lunch at Maggi's Kitchen
    1 hour 15 minutes (30 km) from Meesapulimala Peak

    Relish some authentic Kerala delicacies at this quaint restaurant. Don't miss the puttu-kadala, appam-stew, and their signature Fish moilee.

  4. 3:00 PM: Gavi Forest Jeep safari
    1 hour (25 km) from Maggi's Kitchen

    Buckle up and head into the unspoiled wilderness of the Gavi Forest. Spot some exotic flora and fauna like the Lion-tailed Macaque, Sambar, and the Great hornbill along the way.

  5. 5:00 PM: Waterfall Visit
    1 hour (25 km) from Gavi Forest

    Wrap up your adventure-filled day by witnessing the stunning sunset at the magnificent Kalloppara Waterfall. Take a dip in the natural pool at the base or enjoy some street food from the nearby stalls.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Spice Plantation Tour (1 hour 30 minutes, INR 1000)
  • Meesapulimala Trek (6 hours, INR 1500)
  • Lunch at Maggi's Kitchen (1 hour, INR 500)
  • Gavi Forest Jeep Safari (2 hours, INR 2000)
  • Kalloppara Waterfall Visit (45 minutes, INR 50)
  • Total Estimated Costs (per person): INR 4050

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can add a visit to the Idukki Arch Dam or indulge in some kayaking and boating at the nearby Periyar Lake. If you have less time, you can opt for a shorter trek, like the Chellarkovil Trek or the Lower Camp Trek.

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