Discover the Magic of Munnar Hill Station: 5 Must-Do Activities in Munnar

 Munnar, nestled in the Western Ghats of Kerala, is a landscape of verdant palm trees, rolling tea gardens, and breathtaking scenery. This mountain stop offers the perfect blend of natural beauty, fun and relaxation. If you are planning a trip to Munnar, here are five activities you should not miss to make your trip unforgettable. 

1. Exploring Tea Gardens and Tea Museum:

 Munnar means sprawling tea plantations stretching as far as the eye can see. Visiting these gardens is a must: 

Guided tours: Join guided tea plantation tours to learn about the history and process of tea production. Watch the tea harvesters at work and enjoy the stunning views of the beautiful plantations. 

Tea tasting: Visit the Tea Museum at Nallathanni Estate to immerse yourself in the history of tea in Munnar. Enjoy a tea tasting where you can sample a variety of local teas.

2. Trek to Anamudi Peak

Anamudi Peak in Munnar, the highest peak in South India, offers an exhilarating trekking experience for adventure enthusiasts. You will get a splendid view of the scenic beauty from the Anamudi peak, along with other memorable things. You will also be able to enjoy and experience trekking activities at Anamudi Peak if you visit at the right time. 

Challenging Trails: The trek to Anamudi Peak is challenging but rewarding, with stunning views of the surrounding hills and valleys.

Flora and fauna:
The trail passes through the Eravikulam National Park, home to a wide variety of flora and fauna, including the endangered Nilgiri Tahr. 

3. Visit Eravikulam National Park:

 Eravikulam National Park is a paradise for nature lovers and wildlife lovers.

Nilgiri Tahr: See the endangered Nilgiri Tahr, a mountain goat native to this region. The park is one of the few places where you can see these animals in their natural habitat.

Neelakurinji Bloom : If you visit Munnar between April and October, you may be lucky enough to witness the blooming of Neelakurinji flowers, which happens once every 12 years and turns the hills into a blue carpet.

4. Experience the Beauty of Waterfalls

Munnar hill station is dotted with several stunning waterfalls that are a treat for the eyes and soul. While visiting Munnar, make sure to visit these waterfalls as well.

Attukal Waterfalls: Nestled amidst rolling hills, Attukal Waterfalls is a popular spot for picnics and nature walks.

Lakkam Falls: Located near Marayoor, Lakkam Falls is known for its tranquil surroundings and crystal clear waters. It’s a great place to get down and relax. 

5. Relax at Kundala Lake:

Kundala Lake offers a respite from the crowded tourist attractions. 

Boating: Take a leisurely boat ride on the tranquil waters of Kundala Lake. Choose from pedal boats, rowing boats, and shikara rides.

Cherry blossom: If you visit in April and May, you can see cherry blossoms in full bloom, adding to the landscape. 

Munnar is a place that captivates every traveler with its natural beauty and diverse attractions. Whether you are a nature lover, a fun seeker or a relaxing adventurer, Munnar has something for everyone. So pack your bags, set your itinerary, and get ready to explore the stunning beauty of Munnar through these five must-do activities.

Eravikulam National Park in Munnar Shut for Tahr calving

The Eravikulam national park in Munnar has been  closed for visitors from 29th of January to the 1st of April as it is the calving season of the Nilgiri tahrs. The calving season of the Nilgiri tahrs usually lasts from January-end to the middle of June.  The Nilgiri tahrs is endemic to the south-western ghats and were enlisted as  endangered species by the International Union of Conser-vation of Nature and Natural Resources.

According to a  survey that was conducted in 2017,  there are  around 850 Nilgiri tahrs and 87 offspring  at the Eravikulam  park in Munnar. The largest population of Nilgiri tahrs is present mostly in the high-altitude grasslands. The Nilgiri tahrs in Eravikulam National park are a one of the most major attraction  of Munnar tourism and travellers are seen visiting this national park to get a glimpse of the Nilgiri Tahrs..

A total of 54,759  tourists visited the Eravikulam National park in January 2016 and around   64,396 tourists visited the park  in  December that same year.   52, 393 tourists visited the park in September 2017,  and 77,508 visite in December 2017. The tourist inflow to the National park might increase as Neelakurinji  is all set to bloom after a period of 12 years.
The Nilgiri Tahrs are one of the prime attractions of the tourism industry in Munnar and most of the travellers don't hesitate to visit the Eravikulam national park while they are on their trip to Munnar. The current restriction will really dissapoint the serious traveller who have planned to visit Munnar during the time when the park is shut down.

Munnar Hills - An ideal Destination for Nature Lovers

As you your journey to Munnar stars in a taxi along the hills towards Munnar hills, you will be much delighted to see the amazing sight of the snake road that you see below the hills. Once you go around and climb towards the hill station in Munnar you will be feeling an amazing travel experience which you have not felt ever in your life. The amazing Munnar hill station is situated at a height of 6000 ft and is tremendously gifted with the tranquil beauty of nature. Once you reach Munnar, you can feel that the weather suddenly turns cooler, the fogs travels over the mountains and the women plucking tea from the green tea gardens.

There are various beautiful resorts and hotels situated in and around Munnar which makes it easier to find a suitable accommodation.  During the monsoon season, the weather in Munnar is so cold and windy that and you need a sweater or jacket to keep you warm especially during the early mornings and late evenings. Once you reach this amazing hill station in Kerala, you will be able to enjoy the unique and vast flora and fauna than indulge over here. For those interested in trekking, adventure, nature viewing and animal watching activities, then the Eravikulam National Park which is around 15 km from Munnar is the most perfect destination. Situated at a height of 2695 metres you can hire a vehicle which takes you near the park, where you can spot some of the most unique animal species.

As you your journey to Munnar stars in a taxi along the hills towards Munnar hills, you will be much delighted to see the amazing sight of the snake road that you see below the hills. Once you go around and climb towards the hill station in Munnar you will be feeling an amazing travel experience which you have not felt ever in your life. The amazing Munnar hill station is situated at a height of 6000 ft and is tremendously gifted with the tranquil beauty of nature. Once you reach Munnar, you can feel that the weather suddenly turns cooler, the fogs travels over the mountains and the women plucking tea from the green tea gardens.

There are various beautiful resorts and hotels situated in and around Munnar which makes it easier to find a suitable accommodation.  During the monsoon season, the weather in Munnar is so cold and windy that and you need a sweater or jacket to keep you warm especially during the early mornings and late evenings. Once you reach this amazing hill station in Kerala, you will be able to enjoy the unique and vast flora and fauna than indulge over here. For those interested in trekking, adventure, nature viewing and animal watching activities, then the Eravikulam National Park which is around 15 km from Munnar is the most perfect destination. Situated at a height of 2695 metres you can hire a vehicle which takes you near the park, where you can spot some of the most unique animal species.

The hill station of Munnar is one of the best place for those interested in shopping eateries which include eateries that are available at Munnar only.  Some of the best things to shop in Munnar include nutmeg, pepper, cinnamon, tea and other spices.  The markets in Munnar are well known for their bakery items and homemade chocolates.  The home made chocolates do not have the look and feel of many other branded chocolates, but the taste of the home made chocolates in Munnar will prompt you to buy more.  There are also spices garden and flower gardens in Munnar where you can enjoy a great time enjoying the amazing spices and flowers that are available in Munnar.

Once you leave Munnar after your trip, make sure to make this travel experience a memorable one by taking enough photos of the amazing beauty of Munnar. These photos will be an inspiration for you to visit this amazing hill station again and again.
The hill station of Munnar is one of the best place for those interested in shopping eateries which include eateries that are available at Munnar only.  Some of the best things to shop in Munnar include nutmeg, pepper, cinnamon, tea and other spices.  The markets in Munnar are well known for their bakery items and homemade chocolates.  The home made chocolates do not have the look and feel of many other branded chocolates, but the taste of the home made chocolates in Munnar will prompt you to buy more.  There are also spices garden and flower gardens in Munnar where you can enjoy a great time enjoying the amazing spices and flowers that are available in Munnar.

Once you leave Munnar after your trip, make sure to make this travel experience a memorable one by taking enough photos of the amazing beauty of Munnar. These photos will be an inspiration for you to visit this amazing hill station again and again.

Asiatic Elephants at Eravikulam, Munnar (Video)

Eravikulam National Park is one of the major attractions of Munnar. The national park in the hill stations of Munnar is home to a wide variety of wild animals and birds. One such amazing wild animal species is the Asiatic elephants that are present at Eravikulam national park in Munnar.

The Asiatic elephants at Munnar are one of the best wildlife scenes to be viewed and people travel to Eravikulam to have a glimpse of these Asiatic elephants. There elephants roam about in the forest in groups and at times they may turn violent. But most of the time the Asiatic elephants in Munnar turn violent due to some provocations which is created by human beings. While going through Youtube video clips, I saw a small but beautiful video clip and thought to share it on my blog. Hope you enjoy this video by indiavideo.org.

Eravikulam National Park and its Attractions

Eravikulam National Park or Rajamalai National Park  is one of the top attractions in Munnar and this national park is home to some of the rare animal and plant species. The park is under the administration of Kerala Department of Forests and Wildlife and is also under consideration by UNESCO World Heritage Committee for selecting  it as a World Heritage Site.

The beautiful Eravikulam National Park is home to almost 26 species of mammals and some of the mammals present at the Rajamalai National Park include Gaur, Indian Muntjac and Sambar Deer, Nilgiri Tahr, Golden Jackal, Jungle Cat, Wild dog, Dhole, leopard, tiger, Nilgiri langur, Stripe-necked Mongoose, Indian Porcupine, Nilgiri Marten, small clawed otter, Ruddy Mongoose etc. The park contains three kinds of plant communities such as grasslands, shrublands and forests.

The superb scenery and the amazing weather makes this wildlife park a  favorite travel destination in Munnar. To enter the park, one has to buy tickets and if you are visiting Eravikulam National park during the peak tourist season, then you have to wait in a long line of queue to get the tickets. After gettin the tickets a forest department bus would take you along a narrow mountain road towards the Eravikulam National Park.

The Nigiri Tahr is the major attraction of Rajamalai park and this animal is one of the rarest animal species in the world. You need to walk around 2-3 km after getting off from the forest department bus and here is where you could spot a Nilgiri Tahr. Another major thing that attracts you at this spot is the view of the amazing Nilgiris along with some great waterfalls.

There is a lot to capture in you camera and it is always better to carry your camera with you all the time during your visit to Eravikulam National Park. Also make sure that you carry some woolen clothes so that you can sustain the cool climate that prevails over the Rajamalai National Park.