Adventure in Munnar: A 2-Day Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Trekking in the Western Ghats
    8:00 am: Depart from Munnar town (45-minute drive)
    9:00 am - 12:00 pm: Trekking in the Western Ghats (3-hour trek)
    12:30 pm - 1:30 pm: Lunch at Rangerwood Nature Castle (1-hour drive)
    1:30 pm - 3:00 pm: Ziplining at Kolukkumalai Tea Estate (30-minute drive)
    3:30 pm - 5:00 pm: Visit Top Station for panoramic views of the hills (30-minute drive)
    5:30 pm: Return to Munnar town (1 hour 15-minute drive)

    Experience the natural beauty of the Western Ghats with a 3-hour trek. The challenging trek takes you through tea plantations and dense forests while offering stunning views of the mountains. After the trek, head towards Kolukkumalai Tea Estate for an exhilarating zipline adventure across the tea plantations. For lunch, drop by the Rangerwood Nature Castle and indulge in some traditional Kerala cuisine. End your day with a visit to Top Station for awe-inspiring views of the Western Ghats.

  2. Day 2: Mountain Biking and Rock Climbing at Anamudi
    8:00 am: Depart from Munnar town (1-hour drive)
    9:00 am - 12:00 pm: Mountain Biking at Anamudi Shola National Park (3-hour bike ride and 1-hour drive)
    12:30 pm - 1:30 pm: Lunch at Mayabazar (15-minute drive)
    2:00 pm - 4:00 pm: Rock Climbing at Meeshapulimala (1.5-hour drive)
    4:30 pm - 5:30 pm: Visit Echo Point (30-minute drive)
    6:00 pm: Return to Munnar town (1 hour 15-minute drive)

    Spend your second day exploring Anamudi Shola National Park on a thrilling mountain biking adventure through forests and mountains. A visit to Mayabazar for lunch offers a welcome break from the action. From there, take a drive to Meeshapulimala for rock climbing. After that, visit Echo Point to unwind and listen to your voice eco off the hills. End your day by returning back to Munnar town for a well-deserved rest.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Western Ghats trekking (3 hours) - Free
  • Ziplining at Kolukkumalai Tea Estate (1.5 hours) - INR 2000 per person
  • Visit to Top Station (1.5 hours) - INR 50 per person
  • Mountain biking at Anamudi Shola National Park (3 hours) - INR 500 per person
  • Rock climbing at Meeshapulimala (2 hours) - INR 1000 per person
  • Lunch at Rangerwood Nature Castle or Mayabazar - INR 400 per person
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 2900 per person

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can add a visit to Marayoor Sandalwood Forest, Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary, or Mattupetty Dam. If you have less time, consider reducing the number of activities or selecting more accessible hill stations. Do carry comfortable shoes, warm clothing, and sunscreen. Also, do not forget your camera and binoculars to fully enjoy the scenic beauty of Munnar.

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