If you want to visit one such place where Mother Nature seems to bestow her choicest blessings, then it would undoubtedly be Munnar. Situated atop 1,500 meters and offering a favourable climate around the year, taking a short getaway trip to Munnar means bringing back loads of indelible memories, and that’s for sure.
Be it the sight of the lush greenery, thriving tea gardens, jaw-dropping waterfalls or the diverse wildlife that Munnar has to offer, each of the wonders and amazements of this region is going to leave you lost for words.
In fact, the most surprising part about Munnar is that, in spite of being located in a humid province like Kerala, inexplicably pleasant weather condition prevails here all the time.
Isn’t that wonderful?
15 Munnar Tourist Spots Worth Visiting
If you are also planning a trip to this ethereal destination the next time, make sure that you visit 15 of these top Munnar tourist spots without a miss.
Let’s check them out!
Meesapulimala
Meesapulimala gets you an expansive viewpoint of Munnar and is considered one of the tallest peaks in the region. Besides, if you want, you can also go on a trekking spree once and traverse across the eight hills back to back.
Rest assured that the experience you are going to have will be out of this world. More so, the serenity and divine ambience all around are enough to offer you a blissful retreat in the lap of nature that you have been craving for so long.
Visiting Time: Remains open all day long
Entry Fee: NIL
Expected Duration: At least for a day that includes trekking also. If you just want to enjoy the beauty around you without going on to the top, a duration of an hour would be more than enough.
Indo-Swiss Dairy Farm
Set up all the way in 1963, this dairy farm is comprised of 11 sheds of cattle and is scattered over an area of 5,00 acres. However, you will need special permission to visit the farm as you witness the various stages pertaining to the fostering and breeding of their cattle, from start to finish.
Be assured that the sight of gleaning bull semen, cleaning, feeding, planting, cutting and pruning will be so pleasing to your eyes that you would want to come here over and over again.
Visiting Time: Opens every day from 9 am to 11 am and from 2.00 pm to 3.30 pm
Entry Fee: Rs.5 per person
Expected Duration: Not more than 2 to 3 hours
TATA Tea Museum
If you miss out on visiting this particular part of Munnar, it means that your tour of this spectacular place will be of no use. So, come to the TATA Tea Museum once and expect to spend at least two hours and not less.
In fact, a kind of show screening is also conducted here, alternatively at 10 am in the morning and 2 pm in the afternoon. The primary objective of this event is to showcase the various nitty-gritty and nuances that are involved in the process of Tea making.
So, plan your schedule accordingly. Aside from that, this Tea Museum is also the home to some of the age-old antiques that include hand tea rollers, magneto phones and manual calculators to name just a few.
Visiting Time: Opens every day from 9 am to 4 pm except for Mondays
Entry Fee: Rs.75 for adults and Rs.35 for kids. An additional charge of Rs.20 may apply for still photography.
Expected Duration: 1 to 2 hours on an average
Kolukkumalai Tea Estate
So, you haven’t come to the verdant Kolukkumalai Tea Estate yet, right? It means you haven’t experienced the overawing sight of a tea garden that Munnar has to offer. Come across a sequence of tea plantations consecutively as you behold the most extensive tea plantation so far.
Besides, the picturesque settings within which it lies make it a more than perfect sight for photography. In fact, Kolukkumalai Tea Estate is located as high as 2,400 meters above sea level and the misty clumps of clouds encompassing this area take its beauty a notch higher.
Visiting Time: Opens every day from 7 am to 6 pm, except for Sundays.
Entry Fee: Rs.75 per person
Expected Duration: Approximately 3 hours
Blossom Park
Resplendent floral ensembles, delicate grasses and wings, that’s what Blossom Park is all about. Apart from that, its impeccable ambience and the abundance of natural beauty around make It a wow destination for both families and couples alike.
So, if spending some amazing time together in reclusion is what you are up to, then turning up at the phenomenal Blossom Park must be on your wish list this time.
Visiting Time: Opens every day from 9 am to 7 pm
Entry Fee: Rs.10 for adults and Rs.2 for kids
Expected Duration: Not more than 1 to 2 hours
Nyayamakad Waterfall
One of the largest waterfalls in the entire Munnar region, the Nyayamakad Waterfall makes a great tourist spot for those who wish to revel in the sight of all the lovely ladies collecting tea leaves.
All in all, a quick stopover by the Nyayamakad Waterfall will surely leave you with some of the most unforgettable memories for years to remember.
Visiting Time: All day long, preferably during the day
Entry Fee: NIL
Expected Duration: Around 1 to 2 hours
Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary
If you are immensely fond of wildlife, then this spot has everything to offer you. Whether it’s those majestic tigers, spotted deer or monkeys or for that matter, the fleet of animal lorries out there, every one of the sights in this place makes it a perfect point for wildlife and nature lovers.
Don’t get surprised when you see the Eravikulam National Park skirting this destination. Also, the Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary is popularly known for its culture of eco-tourism and that’s what sets it apart from the many other havens created for this fauna.
Visiting Time: Opens every day from 8 am to 5 pm
Entry Fee: Rs.10 for Indians (adults) and Rs.1,00 for foreigners. However, for Indian kids, the ticket price is only Rs.5.
Top Station
As the tallest point in the Munnar region, this destination is also homes to the highest railway station within the entire vicinity. As soon as you turn up here, you will come across the awesome sight of the Neelakurinji Flowers covered in a mantle of garish blue, enough to take your breath away.
If you are done with all this, why not take a short trip to the Kurinjimala Sanctuary? All in all, Top Station awaits you all the way in Munnar to get you an ecstatic experience.
Visiting Time: Opens every day from 7 am to 7 pm
Entry Fee: NIL
Rose Garden
Nestling along 1,000 meters atop the sea level, this stunning garden comprises some of the most splendid flowers, one can ever imagine. Boasting magnificent bunches of Chrysanthemum, Dahlias and Rose, you will fall for the sight of this spot, every time you visit here.
In fact, the entire Rose Garden nestles across an expansive area of 2 acres and for a moment you will feel as if you have been transcended into a surreal world that doesn’t even exist in reality.
Aside from that, the overawing slopes and contours of this area add to its elegance even more, and would it be no exaggeration to say that you will get the majestic aroma of these blooming flowers all the time.
Visiting Time: Opens every day from 10 am to 5 pm
Entry Fee: Rs.20 per head and Rs.30 if you are carrying a camera along with
Expected Duration: 1 to 2 hours on an average
Mattupetty Dam
The Mattupetty Dam is situated close to the Anamudi Peak, around 13 km away from Munnar. In the middle, nestles the azure Emerald Lake that gets you the opportunity to revel in things such as speed boating and sightseeing alike.
Steal a glance at the lush greenery all about and you will fall for it times and again. What about the stranded water that doesn’t seem like stopping? Be assured that you are truly going to have a one-of-its experience when indulging in a stopover at the Mattupetty Dam.
Visiting Time: Opens every day from 9.30 am to 5.00 pm
Entry Fee: Rs.10 per person and Rs.5,00 for a 15 minutes boating ride
Expected Duration: Take out a time of at least one day to have a gala time at this mind-blowing spot
Lockhart Gap
Bring out that inner child in you as you play about the misty clumps all that while. In fact, the pseudonym of this place has derived from the heart-shaped void that is created quite organically between the two mountains adjacent to each other.
In addition, there is also this fragile fragrance of tea that you will get here accompanied by an inexplicable serenity everywhere. On top of everything, the sight of the bewitching clouds that are seen constantly floating will surely steal your heart.
Visiting Time: Opens every day from 6 am to 6 pm
Entry Fee: NIL
Expected Duration: 1 to 2 hours and not less
Lakkom Water Falls
Originating primarily from the stream of Eravikulum, the Lakkom Water Falls is located around 30 km away from Munnar. So, if a picturesque natural beauty is what you are up to, then turning at this particular Waterfall must definitely be on your wish list when visiting Munnar.
More so, the sight of the crystal clear water will cast a spell of magic on you and would be able to sense that instantaneously. Aside from that, there is also a small shop nestling beside it and you can satisfy your appetite there with some of the most lip-smacking Malabar cuisines and that’s for sure.
Visiting Time: Opens every day from 9 am to 5 pm
Entry Fee: Rs.20 per person
Expected Duration: Around 1 to 2 hours
Kundala Lake
Kundala Lake is situated at a distance of about 20 km from Munnar and can reflect one’s image as aesthetically as possible. Also, the radiant sight of the verdant slope that encompasses the whole of this spot along with blooming Cherry Blossoms is enough to make you revel in the beauty of this water body for hours to come.
What’s more wondrous about this destination is that you may also come across a few blankets of the Neelakurunji flowers and it’s no surprise. Coming to the elephant in the room, the boat rides of this Lake, you can certainly indulge in a ride of Shikara, Pedal Boat or the typical rowboat.
In a word, an hour or two amidst the Kundala Lake will let you enjoy life to the fullest.
Visiting Time: Opens every day from 9 am to 5 pm
Entry Fee: NIL
Expected Duration: Approximately 1 to 2 hours
Eravikulum National Park
If there is one National Park that epitomizes the abundant wildlife of Munnar, then it would definitely be the Eravikulum National Park. Sprawling over a massive area of 97 square kilometres, this park is the home to the Nilgiri Tahr, a distinct creature in the entire the Western Ghats.
On top of everything, the centre of attraction that the Eravikulum National Park boasts imperiously is the Neelakurunji Flowers that can be seen atop, around 2,700 meters from the Anamudi Peak.
In fact, the most surprising part about these flowers is that they bloom only once every 12 years and not all the time. So, if you are lucky enough and done with trotting the entire Park area, then you might get a glimpse of this magnificent flora.
Visiting Time: Opens every day from 7.30 am to 4.00 pm
Entry Fee: Rs.65 for Indians and Rs.245 for foreigners
Expected Duration: 4 to 5 hours on an average
Chokramudi Peak
Situated 2,100 meters above sea level, the Chokramudi Peak will undoubtedly give you a ravishing experience that you would reminiscence for years to come. Also, it houses the spectacular Shoals Forest aside giving you an exhilarating experience of trekking all across the hill, something that you would love to partake in. In a word, you have to spend the entire day in the Chokramudi Peak to relish your sojourn to this spot every step of the way.
Visiting Time: Visit this destination whenever you feel like
Entry Fee: NIL
Expected Duration: At least for a day that includes trekking as well, provided you are not climbing the top of this peak. In that case, a bit time more may be required.
Revel in a satiating Munnar trip!
Heaven on Earth, that’s what you would feel like when indulging in a gratifying Munnar itinerary. However, your entire trip will make no sense if you haven’t visited the aforementioned Munnar tourist spots yet.
So, what are you waiting for?
This winter plans a tour to Munnar as quickly as possible while you don’t miss out on including these Munnar tourist points of attraction in your bucket list in any way. Such a vacation for a week or two will let you merry make with your friends, family and acquaintances in the most mesmerizing way imaginable.