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A Day in Munnar in November 2023

  1. 9:00AM: Tata Tea Museum
    10 minutes (2.5 km) from Munnar Bus Stand

    The Tata Tea Museum showcases the evolution and history of tea plantations in Munnar and the process of tea-making. Visitors can also taste and purchase different varieties of tea.

  2. 10:30AM: Mattupetty Dam
    25 minutes (13 km) from Tata Tea Museum

    The Mattupetty Dam is a concrete gravity dam built on the Mattupetty River. The dam is surrounded by lush green hills and tea plantations. Visitors can enjoy boating and horse-riding in the surrounding area.

  3. 1:00PM: Lunch at Saravana Bhavan
    20 minutes (8 km) from Mattupetty Dam

    Saravana Bhavan is a popular South Indian vegetarian restaurant chain serving delicious and authentic South Indian food. The restaurant has a cozy ambiance and is perfect for a lunch break.

  4. 2:30PM: Kundala Dam Lake
    30 minutes (10 km) from Saravana Bhavan

    Kundala Dam Lake is a picturesque lake surrounded by forests and hills. Visitors can enjoy boating on the lake or take a leisurely walk around the lake. The lake is also famous for its Cherry Blossom trees which bloom in the winter months.

  5. 4:30PM: Top Station
    1 hour 15 minutes (34 km) from Kundala Dam Lake

    Top Station is the highest point in Munnar and offers breathtaking views of the Western Ghats. Visitors can trek to the top and enjoy the panoramic views of the surrounding hills and valleys. The place is also famous for the Neelakurinji flowers which bloom once in every 12 years.

Recommendations

Other local attractions that you can consider visiting are Echo Point, Pothamedu Viewpoint, and Eravikulam National Park. You can also plan a day trip to the nearby hill station of Thekkady which is famous for its wildlife sanctuary and spice plantations.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Tata Tea Museum (1 hour, INR 100)
  • Mattupetty Dam (1.5 hours, INR 20 for boating)
  • Lunch at Saravana Bhavan (1 hour, INR 300)
  • Kundala Dam Lake (1.5 hours, INR 200 for boating)
  • Top Station (2 hours, INR 50 for entry)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 670
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