Two-Day Itinerary in Munnar in May 2023

  1. Day 1: Visit Mattupetty Dam and Kundala Lake
    30 minutes (10 km) from Munnar Town

    Start your day by visiting the Mattupetty Dam, a popular tourist spot that offers a stunning view of the surrounding hills and valleys. You can take a boat ride or go for a scenic walk around the dam. Next, head to Kundala Lake, a serene lake surrounded by lush green hills. You can enjoy a peaceful boat ride or take a stroll along the lake shore. Both these places are open from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

  2. Day 1: Explore Top Station and Echo Point
    1 hour 30 minutes (32 km) from Kundala Lake

    After having lunch, drive to Top Station which is the highest point in Munnar. You can enjoy breathtaking views of the Western Ghats and the valley below. The place is open from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. After that, head to Echo Point, a scenic spot where you can hear your own voice echoing across the hills. This place is open from 6:00 AM to 7:30 PM.

  3. Day 2: Trek to Meesapulimala and visit Kolukkumalai Tea estate
    1 hour 30 minutes (30 km) from Munnar Town

    On your second day, wake up early and go for a trek to Meesapulimala, the second-highest peak in the Western Ghats. You can enjoy the beautiful views of the sunrise and the misty hills. After the trek, head to Kolukkumalai tea estate, which is one of the highest tea estates in the world. You can take a tour of the tea factory and taste some fresh tea. The place is open from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

  4. Day 2: Visit Eravikulam National Park and Lakkam Waterfalls
    1 hour (20 km) from Kolukkumalai Tea estate

    After having lunch, head to Eravikulam National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its endangered Nilgiri Tahr. You can take a scenic bus ride through the park and spot some wildlife. The place is open from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM. After that, drive to Lakkam Waterfalls, a beautiful waterfall surrounded by dense forest. This place is open from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Mattupetty Dam (1-2 hours, INR 10-20)
  • Kundala Lake (1-2 hours, INR 20-50)
  • Top Station (1-2 hours, INR 50-100)
  • Echo Point (1-2 hours, INR 10-20)
  • Meesapulimala Trek (6-7 hours, INR 2000-3000 per person)
  • Kolukkumalai Tea estate (1-2 hours, INR 100-200)
  • Eravikulam National Park (3-4 hours, INR 125-500)
  • Lakkam Waterfalls (1-2 hours, INR 20-50)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 2325-3840
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