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Trek to Kolukkumalai Tea Estate

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Munnar

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Trek to Kolukkumalai Tea Estate Highlights

Embark on this exciting trek to the world's highest tea plantation lying at an elevation of 7950 feet
Witness the views of floating clouds and the lush green mountain ranges of the western Ghats
Tourists can get a chance to taste varieties of tea flavors and also purchase fresh tea leaves directly from this factory
Take part in this trek with the assistance of a guide and know more about the culture and history of the location
The package is valued at INR 4450/- in the market

Trek to Kolukkumalai Tea Estate Overview

Activity location: Munnar, Kerala

Start Point: Bangalore

Kolukkumalai Tea Estate Trek Distance: 28 KM (up and down).

Kolukkumalai Tea Estate Trek Height: 7,900 Feet

Trek Departure:

Friday: With Transportation

Pick-up points:

06:30 PM: Pick-up from BMC, Indiranagar

06:45 PM: Pick-up from New Shanthi Sagar Hotel, Domlur

07:00 PM: Pick up from Lifestyle, Magrath Road (Near Garuda Mall)

08:00 PM: Pick up from Silkboard Junction, Hosur Road

About Trek to Kolukkumalai Tea Estate:

Munnar in Kerala is adorned with various stunning jewels by nature and one amongst them is the Kolukkamalai tea estate. The tea estate is said to be the world's highest elevation tea plantation at 7900 feet. Most of the locals, as well as tourists, claim that the tea produced at Kolukkumalai in the traditional manner can never be compared to the other mass-produced tea in terms of taste and quality. Trek to this beauty of nature and enjoy the surreal views with classic aroma at this famous tea estate.

About the activity:

Get picked up a night prior from the given pick-up points in Bangalore in a shared vehicle.
Reach the base point of the trek. Freshen up and have your breakfast to energize you for the trek.
Start your trek and explore the classic views of the valleys and mountains.
Reach the top, explore the mesmerizing tea estate that fills you up with a subtle aroma and ;later check-in to your respective camps.
The next morning wake up and have your breakfast before you descend down to the base.
Reach Kurangini and start your journey back to Bangalore and get dropped off at the given drop-off location in Bangalore.

Note:

The male and female ratio is equal for most of the treks.
The Mode of Transport depends on Group Size. If Group Size is below 12 then Tempo traveller and if above 12 then it would be a Minibus.

How to reach?

This tea estate lies at an average distance of about 31 kilometres from the town of Munnar. After you reach the town, you can easily catch a local jeep and finally arrive at Kolukkumalai Tea Estate in no more than 1 hour and 30 minutes.

Trek to Kolukkumalai Tea Estate Itinerary

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Trek to Kolukkumalai Tea Estate

2 Days, 1 Nights

USD 53.28

USD 51.48

Per Adult

Embark on this trek to the Kolukkumalai Tea Estate and get the best views of the scenic beauty of the western ghat mountain ranges and the colourful gardens around. Stay in a specially arranged tented accommodation within the tea estate and live this beautiful experience to the fullest.

Price Includes

Stay

Enjoy tents stay on sharing basis and sleep comfortably in sleeping bags
Meals

2 Breakfast

Lunch

Dinner
Transfers
Free pick-up and drop-off to and from Bangalore
Guide
An instructor to guide you before and during the trek
Activities
Trekking, Campfire, & Sightseeing

More Details about Trek to Kolukkumalai Tea Estate

Know Before You Go for Trek to Kolukkumalai Tea Estate

Please check with your tour operator for any forest permission requirements.
Do not expect luxury as we will be traversing through pristine and untamed nature.
A basic level of fitness is compulsory to undertake the trek.
Do pay heed to the guidelines given by the instructor.
There is no need to carry a blanket and mat as you will be given tents and sleeping bags.
Avoid consumption of alcohol or any other intoxicating products during the entire trip.
Do not carry valuables or expensive jewelry during the trip.
Do not leave the campsite during the night.

Trek to Kolukkumalai Tea Estate Map

Starting Point

Bengaluru

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

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Trek to Kolukkumalai Tea Estate Policies

The customer receives a confirmation voucher via email within 24 hours of successful booking.

In case the preferred slots are unavailable, an alternate schedule of the customer’s preference will be arranged and a new confirmation voucher will be sent via email.

Alternatively, the customer may choose to cancel their booking before confirmation and a full refund will be processed.

If cancellation is made 30 days or more before the date of travel, 15.0% of total booking cost will be charged as cancellation fees.
If cancellation is made between 15 days to 30 days before the date of travel, 25.0% of total booking cost will be charged as cancellation fees.
If cancellation is made between 7 days to 15 days before the date of travel, 50.0% of total booking cost will be charged as cancellation fees.
If cancellation is made within 7 days before the date of travel, total booking cost will be charged as cancellation fees.

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Echo Point

Trek, walk, stroll or indulge in boating because Echo point in Munnar is a place where you see the creamy clouds floating and rolling down the hilltops, the lush vegetation creates a sight which is often captured in cameras to boost the beauty of Munnar. At 600 ft. above the sea level, people scream with utter enthusiasm to hear it resound and then laugh out of pure amazement. Listening to your voice reverberate in the valley is thrilling which makes it one of the best places to visit in Munnar. The Echo point mostly displays the confluence of three mountains - Mudrapuzha, Nallathanni, and Kundala and a picturesque lake which makes the view highly captivating.Location: Munnar, Top Station Highway, Idukki District, Kannan Devan Hills, Kerala 685616Timings: 6 AM - 7:30 PMEntry fee: None.

Attukad Waterfalls

It is one of the four main waterfalls of Munnar and is very popular among adventure seekers, as the dirt mountain path through the forest gives chills on every step towards Attukad Waterfalls. Take your swimwear as the pool at the bottom of the fall has enough water to dip and bath. It is highly recommended that you visit Munnar during Monsoon season if waterfalls top the list of ‘places to visit in Munnar.’ Attukad waterfall is located between Munnar and Pallivasal and can be reached by crossing a wooden bridge. The waterfalls in Munnar witness hordes of tourist every year and Attukad is one of those famous waterfalls which is mystically beautiful.Location: 2nd Floor, Mermaid Complex, Nadaiyar road, Munnar 685612Timings: 9 AM to 7:30 PMPrice: One can pay INR 100 per person to a guide who can lead the trek through the narrow mountain path.Suggested Read: Things to Do in Munnar for a lovely vacation!

Top Station

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TATA Tea Museum

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Eravikulam National Park

Eravikulam National Park is located at a drive of 45 minutes from the City Centre of Munnar and is situated atop a summit of Western Ghats. Spread around a land stretch of 97 kilometers, this is one of the most sought place for Munnar sightseeing. It houses a plethora of flora and fauna and accounts itself amidst the other UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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Wonder Valley Adventure & Amusement Park

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