4-Day Family-Friendly Itinerary for Wayanad and Munnar in June 2023

  1. Day 1: Explore Wayanad's Natural Beauty
    3 hours, 52 minutes (116 km) from Calicut International Airport

    Begin your trip by exploring the natural beauty of Wayanad. Start with a visit to the Banasura Sagar Dam, the largest earthen dam in India, with a breathtaking view of the surrounding hills. Afterward, head to Chembra Peak for a scenic hike to the heart-shaped lake. Finally, visit the Edakkal Caves, where you'll find ancient rock art and a stunning view of the Western Ghats.

  2. Day 2: Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary and Tea Plantations
    1 hour, 30 minutes (48.1 km) from previous location

    Start your day with an early morning visit to the Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary to see elephants, tigers, leopards, and other wildlife. Afterward, head to the picturesque Meenmutty Waterfalls for a refreshing swim and a picnic lunch. In the afternoon, visit a tea plantation like the Tea Museum and Factory to see how tea is grown and processed in the area.

  3. Day 3: Munnar's Tea Estates and Scenic Views
    4 hours, 10 minutes (134 km) from previous location

    Take a scenic drive to the beautiful hill station of Munnar, well-known for its tea estates and stunning views of the Western Ghats. Start your day with a visit to the Munnar Tea Museum, where you'll learn about the history of tea production in the region and see the tea-making process. Afterward, visit Eravikulam National Park to see the endangered Nilgiri Tahr and enjoy stunning views of the surrounding hills. Finally, end your day with a visit to the Top Station Viewpoint for a stunning sunset view.

  4. Day 4: Munnar's Waterfalls and Local Culture
    1 hour, 4 minutes (31.3 km) from previous location

    Spend your last day in Munnar exploring the region's waterfalls and local culture. Start with a visit to the Attukad Waterfalls, a scenic waterfall surrounded by lush greenery. Afterward, visit the Mattupetty Dam to enjoy a boat ride on the beautiful lake and explore the local markets to buy some souvenirs. Finally, end your trip with a visit to the Kathakali Centre to see a traditional dance performance and experience the local culture.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Banasura Sagar Dam (2 hours, INR 50)
  • Chembra Peak (4 hours, INR 500)
  • Edakkal Caves (2 hours, INR 40)
  • Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary (3 hours, INR 200)
  • Meenmutty Waterfalls (3 hours, INR 20)
  • Tea Museum and Factory (2 hours, INR 250)
  • Eravikulam National Park (4 hours, INR 120)
  • Top Station Viewpoint (1 hour, INR 20)
  • Attukad Waterfalls (2 hours, INR 50)
  • Mattupetty Dam (1 hour, INR 20)
  • Kathakali Centre (2 hours, INR 300)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 1570
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