Family Adventure Road Trip in Polachi and Anamalai Hills

Day 1: Scenic Drive & Elephant Camp

Polachi, Tamil Nadu on June 5, 2024

8:00AM

Breakfast at Local Cafe

Enjoy a traditional South Indian breakfast featuring idlis and dosas at a popular local café in Polachi to start your day nourished.
£5, 1h0m

10:00AM

Explore Anamalai Hills

Take a scenic drive to Anamalai Hills and enjoy a guided nature walk through lush greenery, spotting birds and local flora.
£3 per person, 3h0m

1:00PM

Lunch at Shanthi Mess

Savour authentic Tamil Nadu home-style meals with dishes like sambar and rasam at Shanthi Mess near Anamalai Hills.
£10, 1h0m

3:00PM

Pollachi Elephant Camp

Visit Pollachi Elephant Camp to meet and feed elephants and enjoy a gentle ride — a fun and educational experience for the whole family.
£15 per adult, £10 per child, 2h0m

6:00PM

Dinner at Silk Dakshayani Restaurant

Dine on flavorful South Indian dishes like buttermilk and coconut chutney in a family-friendly setting back in Polachi.
£15, 1h0m
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Day 2: Wildlife Safari & Relaxation

Topslip Tiger Reserve on June 6, 2024

8:00AM

Breakfast at the Resort

Enjoy a freshly prepared breakfast with local and continental options at your wildlife resort in Topslip.
Included with stay or £10 for non-guests, 1h0m

10:00AM

Topslip Tiger Reserve Safari

Join a guided morning jeep safari through the Tiger Reserve area to observe wild elephants, deer, and with some luck, tigers in their natural habitat.
£25 per person, 3h0m

1:00PM

Picnic Lunch

Have a tranquil picnic lunch in a scenic spot within the reserve; pack some fresh sandwiches and fruit from your resort.
£0 (self-arranged), 1h0m

3:00PM

Leisure at Resort

Relax in the peaceful resort setting with optional nature walks, or small spa treatments available onsite for parents.
Nature walk free, spa from £30, 2h0m

6:00PM

Dinner at Resort Restaurant

Feast on a variety of regional dishes and fresh ingredients prepared at the resort’s restaurant.
£20, 1h0m
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Day 3: Hiking and Tea Estate Visit

Valparai, Tamil Nadu on June 7, 2024

8:00AM

Breakfast at Cafe Aruvi

Start your morning with fresh filter coffee and warm bakery items at this quaint café in Valparai.
£7, 1h0m

10:00AM

Hike in Valparai Hills

Explore marked trails with a family-friendly guided hike to witness panoramic hill views and native wildlife in Valparai.
£5 per person, 3h0m

1:00PM

Lunch at Ambica Restaurant

Enjoy fresh local delicacies including vegetable kurma and dosas at Ambica, a well-regarded eatery in Valparai.
£15, 1h0m

3:00PM

Visit Valparai Tea Estates

Tour the famous tea plantations and learn about tea processing followed by a tasting session of the region’s finest teas.
£8 per person, 2h0m

6:00PM

Dinner at Valparai Valley Restaurant

Conclude your trip with a warm dinner offering Tamil Nadu delicacies and some fusion options in a charming setting.
£18, 1h0m
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