2-Day Nature Itinerary in Munnar in May 2023

  1. Day 1: Eravikulam National Park
    30 minutes (12.5 miles) from Munnar town

    Start your nature adventure with a visit to Eravikulam National Park, home to endangered Nilgiri Thar. Take a guided tour to see the grasslands and sholas, or stroll through the park's numerous trails. Numerous waterfalls dot the park, including the scenic Lakkam Waterfalls. If you're lucky, you may even spot some exotic birds along the way.

  2. Day 1: Lockhart Tea Factory
    20 minutes (9.1 miles) from Eravikulam National Park

    Take a break from hiking and visit the Lockhart Tea Factory, where you can learn about the tea making process from start to finish. The factory tour includes a visit to the tea museum, a tea-tasting session, and a chance to purchase some of the factory's famous tea blends.

  3. Day 1: Top Station
    1 hour (31 miles) from Lockhart Tea Factory

    End your day with a visit to Top Station, the highest point in Munnar. The view from the top is breathtaking, with panoramic views of the Western Ghats and the Tamil Nadu valley. If you're lucky enough to visit during May, you'll witness the blooming of the rare Neelakurinji flowers that bloom every 12 years.

  4. Day 2: Echo Point
    40 minutes (15.5 miles) from Munnar town

    Start your second day with a visit to Echo Point, a scenic lake surrounded by rolling hills. The name of the point comes from the natural echo phenomenon that occurs when you shout out. Enjoy a peaceful boat ride and take in the natural beauty that surrounds you.

  5. Day 2: Mattupetty Dam
    10 minutes (3.5 miles) from Echo Point

    Next, visit the stunning Mattupetty Dam, one of the most popular tourist destinations in Munnar. The dam offers picturesque views of the surrounding hills and the lake. Take a leisurely walk along the dam and explore the lush green tea plantations surrounding it.

  6. Day 2: Kundala Lake
    20 minutes (6.1 miles) from Mattupetty Dam

    End your trip with a visit to Kundala Lake, a serene artificial lake surrounded by rolling hills and lush forests. Take a stroll along the lake's banks, or rent a pedal boat to explore the lake's calm waters. The nearby Kundala Dam is also worth a visit, with its stunning views of the surrounding landscape.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Eravikulam National Park (3-4 hours, ₹400 per person)
  • Lockhart Tea Factory (1 hour, ₹100 per person)
  • Top Station (2-3 hours, ₹20 per person)
  • Echo Point (1-2 hours, ₹30 per person)
  • Mattupetty Dam (1-2 hours, ₹10 per person)
  • Kundala Lake (1-2 hours, ₹20 per person)
  • Total Estimated Costs: ₹580 (excluding transportation and accommodation)
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