Description

Munnar is breathtakingly beautiful. It is a haven of peace and tranquility and an ideal tourist destination in the South Indian State of Kerala, also called as the God's own country. Munnar stands at an altitude of 6000ft in Idukki district. Earlier in the colonial days, this place was favored as the perfect summer resort of the British rulers. Sprawling tea plantations, pristine valleys and mountains, exotic species of flora and fauna, and aroma of spice scented cool, all sum up to be Munnar. You would never want to come back after you visit Munnar.

Duration

140km from Kochi. The nearest airport to Munnar is Cochin International Airport.
It takes 4.5 h from Kochi by car.

Best Time to Visit

The winter months are the best time to visit Munnar since the weather turns pleasant. The minimum temperature during this time of the year drops to ten degrees Celsius and is perfect for a vacation or a honeymoon. This is also a great time for adventure enthusiasts who can enjoy adventure activities such as rock climbing, trekking and rappelling. Do carry woolens along, as the evenings can get quite cold.
Monsoon is a good choice too as Munnar looks bright and radiant in its green hues. The hotels can offer you discount during this tim

Hotel Range

2000/- to 6000/- average price range per room per night excluding Tax and GST.

Tips

You can experience a stay at a tree house or Erumadam as the locals call it. The tree houses are eco-accommodation facility made of natural materials like bamboo, hay, straw etc.
Visit the famous Kolukkumalai Tea Estate renowned for flavored tea.
Adventure lovers can go for a trek to Echo Point or Top Station.
Spot rare wildlife species at famous sanctuaries like Eravikulam National Park, and Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary.
Go for cycling or mountain biking.
Munnar has gorgeous waterfalls like Attukal, Lakkam, Chinnakanal and Thoovanam.