Munnar on a Shoestring Budget: A 5-Day Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Mattupetty Dam
    45 minutes (14.5 miles) from Cochin International Airport

    Visit the Mattupetty Dam, surrounded by lush hills and a serene lake. Enjoy a boat ride and take in the beautiful views of the surrounding tea gardens. Don't forget to stop by the nearby Echo Point, where your voice echoes into the hills.

  2. Day 2: Eravikulam National Park
    40 minutes (10.6 miles) from Mattupetty Dam

    Take an early morning trek through the Eravikulam National Park, home to an endangered species of mountain goat called the Nilgiri Tahr. The park is also dotted with beautiful waterfalls and tea plantations. Hire a guide for a more immersive experience.

  3. Day 3: Tea Museum and Tea Gardens
    20 minutes (5.3 miles) from Eravikulam National Park

    Learn about the history and production of tea at the Tea Museum and enjoy a free cup of tea. Take a walk through the lush tea gardens, where you can see the tea pickers at work. Don't forget to buy some tea as souvenirs.

  4. Day 4: Top Station
    3 hours (37.9 miles) from Tea Museum

    Take a scenic drive to the Top Station viewpoint, located at the Kerala-Tamil Nadu border. The view of the Western Ghats from the viewpoint is simply breathtaking. Trek down to the nearby Kurinji flower gardens and enjoy the view of the rare Neelakurinji flowers in bloom.

  5. Day 5: Attukal Waterfalls
    1 hour (9.3 miles) from Top Station

    End your trip with a visit to the Attukal Waterfalls. Trek through the lush green forest to reach the waterfall, where you can relax and take a dip in the cool water. Don't forget to savor the local delicacies from the nearby food stalls.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Mattupetty Dam (3 hours, free)
  • Eravikulam National Park (5 hours, INR 500 per person)
  • Tea Museum and Tea Gardens (2 hours, INR 100 per person)
  • Top Station (6 hours, INR 500 for a cab)
  • Attukal Waterfalls (3 hours, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 1,100 per person
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