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Kerala Adventure Tourism is the most reliable and service oriented firm to deliver the most beautiful adventures and cultural tour packages in Kerala, Tamilnadu and Karnataka. We make sure that all the requirements of our clients are met to their expectations and that's the reason we still exist as a strong tour operator for South India.
We would like to tell much more about the destinations we include in our adventure program:
Munnar:
Sight seeing points:
Eravikulam National Park
Anamudi Peak
Mattupetty
Pallivasal
Chinnakanal & Anayirangal
Top Station
Tea Museum
Munnar Trekking Points:
Letchmi Hills Trekking:
We drive about 3 kilometers towards Cochin (road) from Munnar, to the starting point of Letchmi hills trek. (Usually we start around 08.30hrs or 09.00hrs.)
The trek will start at the height of 1420 meters MSL (approx), we will start through the tea plantations for about 30 to 40 minutes, After reaching the top of the hill, rest of our couple of hours trek will be on the ridge which offers beautiful views around, it will be through grasslands, one side will be rocky mountain slope and the other side will be tea plantations, patches of Shola forest etc…, in a clear sky day we could see the Anaimudi “highest peak in S. India” and the water reservoir of Idukki Dam which listed as highest arch dams in Asia and third tallest dam in India. We will have refreshment/picnic lunch at any suitable place during the trek, our trek we will be through Nature Zone where we can see some of exotic spices like Coffee, Cardamom, etc…, also its one of the best places to spot some endemic birds of this part of Western Ghats. Will have another 40 minutes to 01 hours walk through the tea plantations to finish the trek, highest point of this trek will be about 1950 meters MSL (approx)
Our vehicle will be waiting at the finishing point at around 5th kilometers or 8th kilometers from Munnar towards Mankulam road.
Anaerangal:
The Anaerangal Camp is a camp situated overlooking the spectacular Anaerangal Lake and Shola forest near Chinakkanal area in Munnar.The Anaerangal Camp is located on a mountain side overlooking the famed Anaerangal Lake and in close proximity to the Papathy shola ('The Butterfly Forest') known for mass migration of butterflies in October and November. The camp has 6 luxury cottage tents – all furnished with large cots with comfortable mattresses, 4 large windows and en suite bathroom.
Meeshapulimala Trek
Meeshapulimala, the highly adventures destination for trekking. It is soft to hard trekking. You need not to be in a super shape to do this. But you need to put your effort. Trek through the world's highest tea plantation, grassland, rhododendron trees, and natural streams. Also trek to the near tribal colony.
Suryanelli
Suryanelli is a resort settlement in the Chinnakanal village of Kerala. It comes under the Idukki district.
Suryanelli is situated near the popular tourist location of Munnar. Aluva is the nearest railway station. Cochin is the nearest airport.
Rajappara
A journey to Rajappara is not just a journey to the wild rocky terrains of this region. Rather it is a journey to the mysterious dense and rocky formations where history and myth romance with the natural features of a land. A remote village near Santhanpara in Devikulam Taluk in Idukki district, Rajappara is clad in an inexplicable aura by stories and legends.
The legends have it that once a king of Thondaiman dynasty of Tamil Nadu used one of the big mountains of this region for hiding. He built a mud fort at the spot where he took refuge. It is believed that this king dumped the entire wealth of his dynasty in a secret cave in this mountain. A big stone was placed at the mouth of the cave as a door and he attached an iron chain to the stone to open it. The other end of the chain was thrown somewhere in a pond near the cave.
Thus the place where the Raja stayed came to be known by the name Rajappara (paraliterally means rock). And the big mountain got the name Kathakupalamedu (kathaku in Malayalam means door and medu means hill). No one in the locale has ever seen such a cave or treasure but nevertheless most of them wish to believe that such a treasure really existed. For them the treasure is not a myth but a reality.
Rajappara is situated on the Munnar-Thekkady route. Kathakupalamedu and its adjacent hills are ideal for adventurous trekking. People believe that there is a spring on top of the Kathakupalamedu hill that never dries up. Climb the nearby Kattupara rock where you will be caressed by strong winds and can enjoy the panoramic view of the neighbouring State of Tamil Nadu. The nearby estates are often visited by elephants and wild bulls called gaurs. Dense mist is another visitor to Rajappara. The rocks, elephants, gaurs even people are sometimes vanished by the dense mist that envelops the entire hill within seconds.
The charming Chinnakanal, Kolukkkumala, Sooryanelli and Anayirankal dam are some of the nearby destinations. The Kochi-Madurai National Highway with its hairpin turns is a feast for the eyes and an opportunity for an exciting ride.
One can take direct buses to Santhanpara that starts from Kochi (Kochi-Adimali-Santhanpara: Kochi-Munnar-Santhanpara) or from Kottayam (Kottayam-Kumiy-Santhanpara: Kottayam-Kattapana-Santhanpara) to reach Rajappara.
Thekkady:
The very sound of the word Thekkady conjures up images of elephants, unending chains of hills and spice scented plantations. The Periyar forests of Thekkady is one of the finest wildlife reserves in India. Spread across the entire district are picturesque plantations and hill towns that hold great opportunities for treks and mountain walks.
The pride of Kerala and a testimony to nature's splendour and human innovation, the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary is situated on the banks of the Periyar Lake - an artificial lake, at Thekkady. Here the high ranges of the Western Ghats are clothed in dense evergreen, moist deciduous forests and savannah grasslands. Below this thick green canopy roam herds of elephants, sambars, tigers, gaurs, lion tailed macaques and Nilgiri langurs.
In addition to elephant rides, cruises on the lake and treks to the ruined Mangaladevi temple - a beautiful old stone temple situated in the heart of the Thekkady forest; this sanctuary offers the unique opportunity to watch and photograph wild elephants at close quarters.
Periyar offers wide variety of wild life packages - Bamboo Grove, bamboo Rafting, Border Hiking, Green Walk, Jungle Camp, Jungle inn, Jungle Scout, Nature Walk, Periyar Tiger Trail and Tribal Heritage.
Thattekkad
Thattekkad is made up of tropical evergreen and deciduous forests and some grassland patches. This globally acclaimed bird sanctuary owes much of its fame to Dr. Salim Ali, the internationally renowned ornithologist. After his famous bird survey of Travancore in the early 1930s, he reported that this area is extremely rich in bird diversity and that it should be made into a bird sanctuary. Thus his efforts were instrumental in the formation of this sanctuary to a large extent. More than 300 species of birds are found here.
Spread across 25 sq. km. the sanctuary lies between the tributaries of the River Periyar like a peninsula. Birds like Srilankan Frogmouth, Racket tailed Drongo, Bronzed Drongo, Whitebellied Treepie, Shama, Yellow-browed Bulbul, Rufous Babbler, Malabar Parakeet, Whitebellied Blue Flycatcher, Malabar Grey Hornbill, are some of the birds that can be easily seen here.
Thattekkad also has extensive plantations of teak, rosewood, mahogany. The dense forest is also home to nearly 28 species of mammals and about 9 species of reptiles.
Pulinkunnu
Pulinkunnu river, Alappuzha, the days will be brighter once you are under the skies of God's Own Country. For a better feel, board a country boat and slice through the rivers, with the lush greenery waving at you from both the sides. This breathtaking shot is from Pulinkunnu river at Alappuzha. This river is famous for houseboat cruise facilities. Pulinkunnu Vallamkali, the boat race in the name of the late Prime Minister of India, Rajiv Gandhi, is also held here.
Pathanamthitta
A hilly territory of pristine beauty, Pathanamthitta is popular as the headquarters of pilgrim worship in Kerala. Three rivers course through its rich terrains comprising natural divisions of the lowlands, the midlands and the highlands. Dotted with temples, rivers, mountain ranges and coconut groves, more than fifty percent of the total area of this region is covered by forests. Hailed as a heritage village, it attracts visitors from India and abroad for its spectacular water fiestas, religious shrines and cultural training centres. Pathanamthitta is also home to the unique Aranmula Kannadi - metal mirrors that are painstakingly handcrafted and the Vaasthu Vidya Gurukulam, a heritage village which practices the ancient Indian school of architecture, vaasthu vidya, in its purest form.
Wayanad
Wayanad district stands in the southern tip of the Deccan Plateau and its chief glory is the majestic Western Ghatswith lofty ridges interspersed with dense forest, tangled jungles and deep valleys. In the centre of the district hills are lower in height while the northern area has high hills and they give a wild and mountainous appearance. The eastern area is flat and open
Of the four trails, we would like to introduce first the 'Outdoor Trail', which would cover the following locations in the District of Wayanad.
Chembra Peak: At a height of 2100 metres, the towering Chembra Peak is located near Meppadi in the southern part of Wayanad. It is the tallest of peaks in the region and climbing this peak would test ones physical prowess. The climb up the Chembra Peak is an exhilarating experience, as each stage in the climb unfolds great expanses of Wayanad and the view gets wider as one goes up to its summit. Going up and coming down the peak would take a full day. Those who would like camp at the top are assured of an unforgettable experience.
Those who require camping gear may contact the District Tourism Promotion Council, located at Kalpetta in Wayanad.
Neelimala: Located in the southeastern part of Wayanad, and approachable from Kalpetta as well asSulthan Bathery, Neelimala is a trekkers delight, with options for different trekking routes. At the top of Neelimala, the sight is a breathtaking one with a view to the Meenmutty falls located near by and the valley in the foreground.
Meenmutty waterfalls: Located close to Neelimala the spectacular Meenmutty falls can be reached through a 2 km trekking route from the main road connecting Ootty and Wayanad. It is the largest of waterfalls in the district of Wayanad, and adds to ones curiosity with its three stage falls dropping from about 300 metres.
Chethalayam: Yet another waterfall that attracts visitors to Wayanad is the Chethalayam falls, located close to Sulthan Bathery in the northern part of Wayanad. This waterfall is smaller in size when compared to Meenmutty. The falls and the adjoining areas are ideal locales for trekking and a haunt for bird watchers.
Pakshipathalam: Pakshipathalam is located deep within the forest in the Brahmagiri hills at an altitude of more than 1700 metres. The region predominantly comprises large boulders, some of them really massive. The deep caves found here are home to a wide variety of birds, animals and distinctive species of plants. Pakshipathalam is located near Mananthavady and a visit to the region would require a 7 km trek through the forest, starting from Thirunelli. Visitors toPakshipathalam are to seek permission from the DFO- North Wayanad.
Banasura Sagar Dam: The dam at Banasura Sagar is reckoned as the largest earth dam in India. The dam is located in the southwestern part of Wayanad district and is close to the Karalad Lake. The project area of the Banasura Sagar Dam also has the start point for treks to the Banasura Peak. An interesting feature is a set of islands that were formed when the reservoir submerged the surrounding areas.
While you take in the captivating sights, sounds and fragrance of Wayanad, you may also shop for some specialties of Wayanad like spices, coffee, tea, bamboo products, honey and herbal plants.
Kerala Adventure Tourism is the most reliable and service oriented firm to deliver the most beautiful adventures and cultural tour packages in Kerala, Tamilnadu and Karnataka. We make sure that all the requirements of our clients are met to their expectations and that's the reason we still exist as a strong tour operator for South India.
We would like to tell much more about the destinations we include in our adventure program:
Munnar:
- Popular Hill Stations of India
"Munnar is a Tea Plantation area in Kerala at 5000+ ft asl. Munnar is an all season destination popular with Indian family travellers. There is boating, waterfalls, adventure park, Kerala dance academy, tea factory and lots of view points to explore. " - Destinations in Kerala offering Bird Watching
"Munnar and forests around are home to large numbers of birds such as the Nilgiri Wood Pigeon, Nilgiri Pipit, Greyheaded Bulbul, Black & Orange Flycatcher, Whitebellied Treepie & the Wyanad Laughing Thrush etc. Bird watching is possible via guided walks around Munnar offered by some of the stay options." - Destinations in South India offering Tea Plantation Experience
"Munnar (5000+ ft asl, 165 kms from Coimbatore and 130 kms from Cochin / Madurai) is a large Tea Estate area and now a major holiday destination. " - Destinations for First time Holidays Travellers to Kerala
"Munnar (5000+ ft asl - 130 kms from Cochin and 120 kms from Cochin Airport) is a prime holiday destination offering Tea plantation and hill station experience. Munnar is popular with holiday travellers and honeymooners who spend at least 2 nights here before moving on."
Sight seeing points:
Eravikulam National Park
Anamudi Peak
Mattupetty
Pallivasal
Chinnakanal & Anayirangal
Top Station
Tea Museum
Munnar Trekking Points:
Letchmi Hills Trekking:
We drive about 3 kilometers towards Cochin (road) from Munnar, to the starting point of Letchmi hills trek. (Usually we start around 08.30hrs or 09.00hrs.)
The trek will start at the height of 1420 meters MSL (approx), we will start through the tea plantations for about 30 to 40 minutes, After reaching the top of the hill, rest of our couple of hours trek will be on the ridge which offers beautiful views around, it will be through grasslands, one side will be rocky mountain slope and the other side will be tea plantations, patches of Shola forest etc…, in a clear sky day we could see the Anaimudi “highest peak in S. India” and the water reservoir of Idukki Dam which listed as highest arch dams in Asia and third tallest dam in India. We will have refreshment/picnic lunch at any suitable place during the trek, our trek we will be through Nature Zone where we can see some of exotic spices like Coffee, Cardamom, etc…, also its one of the best places to spot some endemic birds of this part of Western Ghats. Will have another 40 minutes to 01 hours walk through the tea plantations to finish the trek, highest point of this trek will be about 1950 meters MSL (approx)
Our vehicle will be waiting at the finishing point at around 5th kilometers or 8th kilometers from Munnar towards Mankulam road.
Anaerangal:
The Anaerangal Camp is a camp situated overlooking the spectacular Anaerangal Lake and Shola forest near Chinakkanal area in Munnar.The Anaerangal Camp is located on a mountain side overlooking the famed Anaerangal Lake and in close proximity to the Papathy shola ('The Butterfly Forest') known for mass migration of butterflies in October and November. The camp has 6 luxury cottage tents – all furnished with large cots with comfortable mattresses, 4 large windows and en suite bathroom.
Meeshapulimala Trek
Meeshapulimala, the highly adventures destination for trekking. It is soft to hard trekking. You need not to be in a super shape to do this. But you need to put your effort. Trek through the world's highest tea plantation, grassland, rhododendron trees, and natural streams. Also trek to the near tribal colony.
Suryanelli
Suryanelli is a resort settlement in the Chinnakanal village of Kerala. It comes under the Idukki district.
Suryanelli is situated near the popular tourist location of Munnar. Aluva is the nearest railway station. Cochin is the nearest airport.
Rajappara
A journey to Rajappara is not just a journey to the wild rocky terrains of this region. Rather it is a journey to the mysterious dense and rocky formations where history and myth romance with the natural features of a land. A remote village near Santhanpara in Devikulam Taluk in Idukki district, Rajappara is clad in an inexplicable aura by stories and legends.
The legends have it that once a king of Thondaiman dynasty of Tamil Nadu used one of the big mountains of this region for hiding. He built a mud fort at the spot where he took refuge. It is believed that this king dumped the entire wealth of his dynasty in a secret cave in this mountain. A big stone was placed at the mouth of the cave as a door and he attached an iron chain to the stone to open it. The other end of the chain was thrown somewhere in a pond near the cave.
Thus the place where the Raja stayed came to be known by the name Rajappara (paraliterally means rock). And the big mountain got the name Kathakupalamedu (kathaku in Malayalam means door and medu means hill). No one in the locale has ever seen such a cave or treasure but nevertheless most of them wish to believe that such a treasure really existed. For them the treasure is not a myth but a reality.
Rajappara is situated on the Munnar-Thekkady route. Kathakupalamedu and its adjacent hills are ideal for adventurous trekking. People believe that there is a spring on top of the Kathakupalamedu hill that never dries up. Climb the nearby Kattupara rock where you will be caressed by strong winds and can enjoy the panoramic view of the neighbouring State of Tamil Nadu. The nearby estates are often visited by elephants and wild bulls called gaurs. Dense mist is another visitor to Rajappara. The rocks, elephants, gaurs even people are sometimes vanished by the dense mist that envelops the entire hill within seconds.
The charming Chinnakanal, Kolukkkumala, Sooryanelli and Anayirankal dam are some of the nearby destinations. The Kochi-Madurai National Highway with its hairpin turns is a feast for the eyes and an opportunity for an exciting ride.
One can take direct buses to Santhanpara that starts from Kochi (Kochi-Adimali-Santhanpara: Kochi-Munnar-Santhanpara) or from Kottayam (Kottayam-Kumiy-Santhanpara: Kottayam-Kattapana-Santhanpara) to reach Rajappara.
Thekkady:
The very sound of the word Thekkady conjures up images of elephants, unending chains of hills and spice scented plantations. The Periyar forests of Thekkady is one of the finest wildlife reserves in India. Spread across the entire district are picturesque plantations and hill towns that hold great opportunities for treks and mountain walks.
The pride of Kerala and a testimony to nature's splendour and human innovation, the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary is situated on the banks of the Periyar Lake - an artificial lake, at Thekkady. Here the high ranges of the Western Ghats are clothed in dense evergreen, moist deciduous forests and savannah grasslands. Below this thick green canopy roam herds of elephants, sambars, tigers, gaurs, lion tailed macaques and Nilgiri langurs.
In addition to elephant rides, cruises on the lake and treks to the ruined Mangaladevi temple - a beautiful old stone temple situated in the heart of the Thekkady forest; this sanctuary offers the unique opportunity to watch and photograph wild elephants at close quarters.
Periyar offers wide variety of wild life packages - Bamboo Grove, bamboo Rafting, Border Hiking, Green Walk, Jungle Camp, Jungle inn, Jungle Scout, Nature Walk, Periyar Tiger Trail and Tribal Heritage.
Thattekkad
Thattekkad is made up of tropical evergreen and deciduous forests and some grassland patches. This globally acclaimed bird sanctuary owes much of its fame to Dr. Salim Ali, the internationally renowned ornithologist. After his famous bird survey of Travancore in the early 1930s, he reported that this area is extremely rich in bird diversity and that it should be made into a bird sanctuary. Thus his efforts were instrumental in the formation of this sanctuary to a large extent. More than 300 species of birds are found here.
Spread across 25 sq. km. the sanctuary lies between the tributaries of the River Periyar like a peninsula. Birds like Srilankan Frogmouth, Racket tailed Drongo, Bronzed Drongo, Whitebellied Treepie, Shama, Yellow-browed Bulbul, Rufous Babbler, Malabar Parakeet, Whitebellied Blue Flycatcher, Malabar Grey Hornbill, are some of the birds that can be easily seen here.
Thattekkad also has extensive plantations of teak, rosewood, mahogany. The dense forest is also home to nearly 28 species of mammals and about 9 species of reptiles.
Pulinkunnu
Pulinkunnu river, Alappuzha, the days will be brighter once you are under the skies of God's Own Country. For a better feel, board a country boat and slice through the rivers, with the lush greenery waving at you from both the sides. This breathtaking shot is from Pulinkunnu river at Alappuzha. This river is famous for houseboat cruise facilities. Pulinkunnu Vallamkali, the boat race in the name of the late Prime Minister of India, Rajiv Gandhi, is also held here.
Pathanamthitta
A hilly territory of pristine beauty, Pathanamthitta is popular as the headquarters of pilgrim worship in Kerala. Three rivers course through its rich terrains comprising natural divisions of the lowlands, the midlands and the highlands. Dotted with temples, rivers, mountain ranges and coconut groves, more than fifty percent of the total area of this region is covered by forests. Hailed as a heritage village, it attracts visitors from India and abroad for its spectacular water fiestas, religious shrines and cultural training centres. Pathanamthitta is also home to the unique Aranmula Kannadi - metal mirrors that are painstakingly handcrafted and the Vaasthu Vidya Gurukulam, a heritage village which practices the ancient Indian school of architecture, vaasthu vidya, in its purest form.
Wayanad
Wayanad district stands in the southern tip of the Deccan Plateau and its chief glory is the majestic Western Ghatswith lofty ridges interspersed with dense forest, tangled jungles and deep valleys. In the centre of the district hills are lower in height while the northern area has high hills and they give a wild and mountainous appearance. The eastern area is flat and open
Of the four trails, we would like to introduce first the 'Outdoor Trail', which would cover the following locations in the District of Wayanad.
Chembra Peak: At a height of 2100 metres, the towering Chembra Peak is located near Meppadi in the southern part of Wayanad. It is the tallest of peaks in the region and climbing this peak would test ones physical prowess. The climb up the Chembra Peak is an exhilarating experience, as each stage in the climb unfolds great expanses of Wayanad and the view gets wider as one goes up to its summit. Going up and coming down the peak would take a full day. Those who would like camp at the top are assured of an unforgettable experience.
Those who require camping gear may contact the District Tourism Promotion Council, located at Kalpetta in Wayanad.
Neelimala: Located in the southeastern part of Wayanad, and approachable from Kalpetta as well asSulthan Bathery, Neelimala is a trekkers delight, with options for different trekking routes. At the top of Neelimala, the sight is a breathtaking one with a view to the Meenmutty falls located near by and the valley in the foreground.
Meenmutty waterfalls: Located close to Neelimala the spectacular Meenmutty falls can be reached through a 2 km trekking route from the main road connecting Ootty and Wayanad. It is the largest of waterfalls in the district of Wayanad, and adds to ones curiosity with its three stage falls dropping from about 300 metres.
Chethalayam: Yet another waterfall that attracts visitors to Wayanad is the Chethalayam falls, located close to Sulthan Bathery in the northern part of Wayanad. This waterfall is smaller in size when compared to Meenmutty. The falls and the adjoining areas are ideal locales for trekking and a haunt for bird watchers.
Pakshipathalam: Pakshipathalam is located deep within the forest in the Brahmagiri hills at an altitude of more than 1700 metres. The region predominantly comprises large boulders, some of them really massive. The deep caves found here are home to a wide variety of birds, animals and distinctive species of plants. Pakshipathalam is located near Mananthavady and a visit to the region would require a 7 km trek through the forest, starting from Thirunelli. Visitors toPakshipathalam are to seek permission from the DFO- North Wayanad.
Banasura Sagar Dam: The dam at Banasura Sagar is reckoned as the largest earth dam in India. The dam is located in the southwestern part of Wayanad district and is close to the Karalad Lake. The project area of the Banasura Sagar Dam also has the start point for treks to the Banasura Peak. An interesting feature is a set of islands that were formed when the reservoir submerged the surrounding areas.
While you take in the captivating sights, sounds and fragrance of Wayanad, you may also shop for some specialties of Wayanad like spices, coffee, tea, bamboo products, honey and herbal plants.
