Day Trip to Meesapulimala (Trek & Adventure Experience)
[b]Duration [/b]: Full Day (Approx. 10–12 hrs)
[b]Starting Point[/b] : Pickup from hotel in Munnar (early morning)
[b]Itinerary[/b]
[b]Pickup from Hotel[/b]
* Early morning drive from Munnar town towards the base camp at Silent Valley.
* En route, enjoy misty roads, tea plantations, and sunrise views.
[b]Stop 1: Silent Valley Base Camp (Report & Breakfast)[/b]
* Register at the Forest Department Eco-tourism office (mandatory).
* Enjoy a light breakfast at the base camp.
* Briefing by forest guides on safety, trekking rules, and the route.
[b]Trek to Meesapulimala (Approx. 6–7 km one way)[/b]
* Begin your guided trek through rolling grasslands, shola forests, and mist-filled valleys.
* The trail is moderately challenging and filled with scenic beauty.
* Spot rare flora, birds, and if lucky, wild animals like gaur or sambar deer.
* The final ascent takes you to the second-highest peak in South India at 2,640 meters above sea level.
[b]Stop 2: Summit of Meesapulimala[/b]
* Witness breathtaking 360° views of the Western Ghats, misty valleys, and neighboring Tamil Nadu plains.
* On clear days, the sight of endless mountain ranges is unforgettable.
* Relax, click photos, and soak in the serene atmosphere. Packed Lunch at the Peak / Return Trail
* Enjoy a simple packed Kerala-style lunch/snacks at the top (arranged through the eco- tourism center).
* Start trekking back to Silent Valley base camp in the afternoon.
[b]Stop 3: Kolukkumalai (Optional – Jeep Ride)[/b]
* If time permits, take a jeep ride to the nearby Kolukkumalai Tea Estate, the world’s highest tea plantation.
* Experience tea-tasting and panoramic views of the mountains.
[b]Return to Hotel[/b]
* Drive back to Munnar town through scenic plantation roads.
* Drop at your hotel with unforgettable trekking memories.
[b]Inclusions[/b]
* Pickup and drop-off by private vehicle
* Forest entry permit & eco-tourism charges
* Guided trek with an experienced forest guide
* Breakfast and packed lunch (eco-tourism center)
* All toll, parking, and driver charges
[b]Exclusions[/b]
* Personal trekking gear (shoes, jackets, backpacks)
* Camera/video charges
* Jeep safari to Kolukkumalai (optional, extra cost)
* Any personal expenses not mentioned in inclusions
[b]Important Notes:[/b]
* Trekking to Meesapulimala is permitted only through the Forest Department’s eco- tourism program (advance booking required).
* Moderate fitness level recommended.
* Carry warm clothes, trekking shoes, water bottles, and basic medicines.
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