Things to Do in Munnar

Experience the natural beauty of Munnar by riding a bicycle through beautiful paths of Munnar and pass through a tea state called Madupatty, around 14 km from Munnar.

The elephant safari takes you through the misty forests, deep valleys and the rugged hill paths of the Munnar forests. One hour package, half day and one day tours. Features are, elephant bath, elephant shower, elephant feeding, timber dragging demonstrations and displays of elephant commands and communication.

Holistic health retreat in midst of the tea valleys of Munnar. Open year round, they teach a holistic lifestyle with traditional form of yoga and organic dining.

Organized by Forest Checkpost at Perumala, two kilometers from Kanthalloor town (56 km from Munnar via Marayur). This forest is 7.5 km² in area and protects many tigers, leopards, elephants and bison. Fee ₹.300 for Indians and ₹.650 for foreigners

In this cultural centre you can see the local art of Kathakali, which is a drama showcasing thick face make up and face gestures. Also, there are Kalarippayattu performances, which is an ancient Martial Art that was used to train soldiers already before the Common Era started. Open 16:00-22:00.

Chithirapuram has old playgrounds and courts, bungalows and sleepy little cottages which all give this place an old world charm. This town is also famous for its tea plantations.

A small village 1 km away from headworks dam. Coffee and Cardamom plantation are sights to behold.

Run by the Kerala Forest Development Corporation. A well-kept garden with a large variety of flowers and some herbal/ foliage plants, all against the backdrop of the tea plantations. Nice for taking pictures with pretty flowers. Open Daily 08:00-18:00.