Itinerary
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Stop At: Rajamalai (Eravikulam) National Park, Munnar India
The Eravikulam National Park, spread over 97 sq km, is a green paradise which is home to rare flora, fauna and wildlife. However, the biggest attraction of the park is the Nilgiri Tahr (Nilgiritragus hylocrius), an endangered species of mountain goat. Around one-third of the world’s population of this species lives in this park. Neelakurinji, the plant which flowers once in twelve years, grows in abundance here making the park a must-visit place during the kurinji flowering season. Anamudi, the highest peak in South India, is situated in the park. The Eravikulam National Park is around 13 km away from Munnar town. Every year sometime during January-February, which is the calving season, the park remains closed to the public. The Eravikulam National Park is endowed with rich flora and fauna which one experiences during a visit to the park.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Mattupetty Dam, Munnar India
Cradled by the undulating plantation hills of Munnar, and not far from the Anamudi peak is Mattupetty. Mattupetty located 13 km from Munnar is situated at a height of 1700 m, and is a delight for nature lovers. Besides the lush green tea plantations, and the rolling grasslands, the Shola forests in and around Mattupetty are ideal for trekking and are the habitat of a variety of birds. Rivulets and cascades crisscross the terrain here, adding to the attraction of the place. One of the main attractions in Mattupetty is the beautiful lake, and the Dam, which are ideal picnic spots.
Duration: 2 hours