Chennai to Sabarimala Pilgrimage Route and Itinerary

Day 1: Travel to Pathanamthitta

Chennai to Pathanamthitta, India on May 14, 2025

6:00am

Early Morning Departure

Start your journey early from Chennai to Pathanamthitta by road to reach comfortably. The distance is approximately 670 km, which takes around 12-13 hours by car or bus.
INR0, 13h0m

9:00am

Breakfast at Chennai

Have a hearty South Indian breakfast at 'Sangeetha Veg Restaurant' in Chennai before departure. Try the idli, dosa, or pongal for an energizing start.
INR150, 1h0m

8:00pm

Arrival and Dinner in Pathanamthitta

Upon arrival in Pathanamthitta, enjoy a traditional Kerala meal at 'Hotel Martin Manor', especially their appam and stew, ideal for relaxing after a long journey.
INR300, 1h0m
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Day 2: Pathanamthitta to Sabarimala

Pathanamthitta to Sabarimala, India on May 15, 2025

6:00am

Breakfast at Pathanamthitta

Enjoy a simple Kerala breakfast at a local eatery such as 'Athithi' before heading towards Sabarimala. Dosas and idlis here are fresh and filling.
INR150, 1h0m

7:00am

Travel to Sabarimala

Travel by road from Pathanamthitta to the Pamba base camp, approximately 5-6 hours. From here, pilgrims begin the trek to Sabarimala temple.
INR0, 6h0m

1:00pm

Lunch near Pamba

Have a packed or local vegetarian meal near Pamba base camp before starting the trek to the temple. Simple rice, sambar, and banana are ideal for energy.
INR100, 0h45m

2:00pm

Sabarimala Trek and Darshan

Trek approximately 4 km to the Sabarimala temple. Darshan timings typically extend until evening (5pm-6pm), but check the current schedule due to pilgrimage season variations.
INR0, 4h0m

6:00pm

Dinner Back at Pamba or Pathanamthitta

After darshan and the trek back, have dinner at 'Hotel Annapoorna' or local eateries offering simple, hygienic meals to replenish after the day's exertion.
INR250, 1h0m
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Day 3: Return Journey

Sabarimala to Chennai, India on May 16, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Pathanamthitta

Enjoy a wholesome Kerala breakfast at 'Hotel Martin Manor' before embarking on return travel to Chennai.
INR150, 1h0m

8:00am

Start Return to Chennai

Begin your journey back to Chennai by road, which takes approximately 12-13 hours. Plan for routine breaks and refreshments en route.
INR0, 13h0m

8:30pm

Dinner on the way

Stop at a suitable highway restaurant such as 'A2B (Adyar Ananda Bhavan)' for South Indian dishes to keep energy levels up during return travel.
INR300, 1h0m
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