- All meals including snacks and water whilst trekking
- Porters
- Campsite fees and rent of Dome or A-frame Alpine type tents for sleeping as well as access to a kitchen tent, dining tent, table, chairs and toilet tents for general use.
- We advise taking your own sleeping bag but these can be provided
- English speaking guides,
- Back up jeep
- All the correct permissions from related departments to allow you to legally enjoy this trek in an environmentally, sustainable way
Trekking in India - 5 Day Munnar Adventure
5 Day – Tailormade trekking in India holiday with guide
Price guide: £690
ABTA and ATOL protected holidays
If you are looking to go trekking in India try the 5 day Munnar adventure. This trekking and camping activity holiday offers an excellent opportunity to explore the Western Ghats and experience its diverse habitation and breathtaking landscape. A moderate level of fitness is required for this tour as there are some steep climbs en-route. The distance covered each day is between 8 and 16 km.
This is a private tour for 2 or more people which is flexible and can be tailored from 2 to 5 day programmes. We are happy to develop special trekking and camping itineraries based on your requirement and group size. The best time to go trekking in Munnar is from December to February. The temperature may range from 2 °C to 13 °C. and it can be especially chilly during the night time so be prepared and keep your warm clothes handy.
Included within this private trekking tour is an English speaking guide, tent accommodation and sleeping bags at campsites with facilities plus a full board meal basis including snacks and water. All the trekking programmes are conducted with the proper permissions from the related government departments and are designed to be as environmentally friendly as possible and support sustainable tourism. The aim is to conserve nature, traditions and culture on these eco-friendly programmes.
Please remember all our private tours are designed to meet your exact requirements, and this tour is just an example to help inspire you. If you would like we can also arrange your flights for a fully ATOL protected holiday. Contact the team for more information on 01792 315499 or email info@aitholidays.com
Trekking in India – 5 Day Munnar Adventure Includes
Trekking in India – 5 Day Munnar Adventure Itinerary
The Munnar trekking in India adventure starts in Silent Valley walking through the tea gardens, where you will see the local people picking tea. This soon makes way for the mixed forest and a gradual ascent to a small ridge at about 2270 meters. We then continue through rolling grasslands past streams, before enjoying views of Meesapulimalai, the second highest peak in South India. The days trek includes several inclines and slopes including reaching the peak of Meesapulimalai at 2637 meters. Apart from wonderful views of the surrounding hills, the trek is also an ideal route for spotting endemic birds like the Nilgiri pipit and Broad tail grass bird as well as mammals such as the endangered Nilgiri Thar, Gours and if you’re lucky an elephant or two.
Accommodation: Overnight camp in tent,
Trek distance – 12-14 Kms
Starting height – 1800 metres
Height at camp – 2300 metres
Highest & lowest points – 2637 metres and 1800 metres
Total travel time – 5-7 hours
After breakfast we will start our trek passing through pine forests, rolling grasslands and the dense shoals of Camp Malai. Todays route then takes us via the valley of Nila Kurinji with stunning views of lakes and mountain ranges. After a couple of inclines and drops including a bit of a steep descend, we reach the tea plantations of the Yellapatty Estate. The trek continues through the tea fields followed by a short climb through the evergreen forest, before reaching the mountain cliff for the overnight camp. Camp Footprint on the eastern slopes of the Western Ghats offers panoramic views with the clouds floating under your feet.
Accommodation: Overnight tent at Camp Footprint
Trek distance – 16 kms
Starting height – 2300 metres
Height at camp – 2100 metres
Highest & Lowest point – 2400 metres and 1850 metres
Total travel time – 6-8 hours
Camp Footprint’s location on the eastern slopes of the Western Ghats gives you the opportunity to experience a breathtaking sunrise … as long as the weather behaves!
After breakfast, we will start our trek to the mountain ridges of the eastern slopes. The fantastic views you will enjoy today include tea plantations, the lowlands of Tamil Nadu stretching out before you, and Meesapulimalai, the second highest peak in South India. For nature lovers, there’s the chance to spot some endemic birds and wildlife as you pass through a variety of landscapes including shola forests, grasslands, mountain forests and tea plantations. We also pass a couple of villages before arriving at Top Station for the overnight camp.
Accommodation: Overnight camp in tent
Trek distance – 8-10 Kms
Starting height – 2100 metres
Height at camp – 1900 metres
Highest & Lowest point – 2200 metres and 1850 metres
Total travel time – 4-5 hours
This morning, we leave Top Station for the steep trek down to Korangani. The interesting journey will take you via a well-marked horse track which was used by British officers during the time of Raj, through beautiful small tribal villages and a variety of coffee plantations, cotton plantations, grasslands and mixed forests. Korangani has few small tea shops, a temple dedicated to the local deity and is a bird and butterfly heaven with the area supporting 60 species of bird. Our camp is set in terraced cotton plantation, with a small house. Overnight camp and dinner is provided. (Temperature here will be warmer than other camps). There is a small village school close to the campsite, and there will be an opportunity to meet teachers and students if you wish.
Accommodation: Overnight camp in tent
Trek distance – 10 Kms
Starting height – 2100 meters
Height at camp – 600 meters
Highest & Lowest point – 2200 meters and 600 meters
Total Travel Time – 4-5 hours
After breakfast, if time permits, we can visit the local village or school. Most people then travel to Madurai, Thekkady or Munnar to continue their South India Adventure.
Distances to these neighbouring towns are as follow:
- Madurai 110 kilometres
- Thekkady 90 kilometres
- Munnar 73 kilometres
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Pricing and Inclusions
Please be aware the trek routes, timing, distances and campsites may change with or without prior notice according to the local circumstances and weather conditions.
The price guide for this 5 day Trekking in Munnar tour package is £690. Prices vary depending on the number of people, length of tour, accommodation & season. Reductions are normally available for groups of three or more. This is a private tour and can be tailor-made to meet your exact requirements.
The prices do not include flights.
Authentic India Tours is a member of ABTA and ATOL. All the holidays on this website are ABTA protected. If you would like us to arrange your holiday including flights we will be happy to provide a quote and your holiday will also be ATOL protected.
This is a private tour and can be tailor-made to meet your exact requirements. Prices will vary depending on the number of people, length of tour, accommodation & season. Reductions are normally available for groups of three or more. Some hotels operate an additional peak pricing rate during busy times which is normally from mid December to mid January.
Please get in touch with your dates and we will be pleased to provide you with your personal itinerary and accurate quote.
The trekking tour includes:
- All meals including snacks and water whilst trekking
- Porters
- Campsite fees and rent of Dome or A-frame Alpine type tents for sleeping as well as access to a kitchen tent, dining tent, table, chairs and toilet tents for general use.
- We advise taking your own sleeping bag but these can be provided
- English speaking guides,
- Back up jeep
- All the correct permissions from related departments to allow you to legally enjoy this trek in an environmentally, sustainable way
The price does not include:
- International flight tickets
- Travel insurance & Visas
- Expenses of personal nature like laundry, tips, beverages etc
- Refreshments and meals other than mentioned in the above meal plan
Prices mentioned above are per person based on two people sharing a tent. The prices which were valid at the time of publication may be subject to change, based on your date of travel and local market fluctuations. You will be informed of any price differences prior to booking.
For a quote based on your dates of travel, any alternative accommodation or changes to this itinerary, please call us on 01792 315499 or email us at info@aitholidays.com
Please remember all our private tours are designed to meet your exact requirements, and this tour is just an example to help inspire you.
For more information please email info@aitholidays.com or call our India specialists on 01792 315499.