Munnar

Munnar is a pleasant and beautiful hill station situated in the Western Ghats of Kerala. A summer resort of the British rulers located at a height of 6000ft above sea level, Munnar sightseeing is known for its wildlife, tea plantations, and lush green forest. The most exotic tourist destination in South India, this pristine site is popular among world travelers. Munnar attractions are rolled up as charming valleys, royal mountain peaks, climate, and a wide variety of flora and fauna. No wonder, this hill town is also crowned as "Darjeeling of Kerala."

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Tours in Munnar

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Incredible Kerala Package Tour
  • 7 Days
  • 6 Nights
5/5

Incredible Kerala Package Tour

Munnar Madurai Rameswaram Tour – Fun & Sprite Package Tour
  • 8 Days
  • 7 Nights
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Munnar Madurai Rameswaram Tour – Fun & Sprite Package Tour

Cherai Munnar Thekkady Tour
  • 7 Days
  • 6 Nights
4/5

Cherai Munnar Thekkady Tour

Munnar Thekkady Alleppey Tour
  • 6 Days
  • 5 Nights
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Munnar Thekkady Alleppey Tour



Munnar - The Darjeeling of Kerala

The exotic and endangered animals of Munnar are a visual treat that should not be missed! Thousands of tourists float to Munnar only to be mesmerized by the beauty and glory of this god-blessed land, which has gained popularity by the presence of three beautiful rivers mainly Mattupetti, Periavaru, and Nallathanni. The rocky terrains are known for their jaw-dropping waterfalls, calm and pleasant peaks, green-covered valleys, and crystal clear streams.  People of all age-groups love Munnar for its climate and geography. This place can be considered as a synonym for "beauty" as every nook and corner of Munnar is beautiful. Munnar places to visit are an endless list and off-road drivers and adventure-seekers find Munnar as the most exciting tourist destination.

Munnar sightseeing destinations are renowned for off-road drive, historical sites, trekking, and camping too. Munnar is known for its wonderful weather which is quite cool and pleasant for the entire year. The visit to Munnar during summer is a great idea to escape from the burning heat.  It is advised to avoid visiting Munnar during the rainy season as there can be adversities during natural calamities which include landslides and more. March to September is considered to be the best season to visit Munnar.

Munnar places to visit are interesting. Here is a list of 10 interesting Munnar tourist places.  This list is created based on the prominence of Munnar sightseeing centers!

Best Time To Visit Munnar

Munnar is one of the hill stations ideal to visit throughout the year. However, it is better to avoid Munnar Visit during Monsoon season; June- August. Summer season; April to May is also a good time to visit Munna, but to enjoy the pleasant climate and greenery, you should travel to Munnar from September to March.

How To Reach Munnar

Munnar, the most prominent tourist destination is known for its abundance of greenery and breathtaking views. Reaching here is not a herculean task as you can make use of Air, Rail, and Road services.

  • By Air: The Cochin International Airport lies closer to Munnar and most of the International and domestic flights have a stopover at Cochin. Munnar is approximately 125 kilometers away from Cochin. From the airport, one can hire a taxi or board state-run bus to Munnar.
  • By Rail: Ernakulam, Aluva, or Angamaly Railway stations lie closer to Munnar. Ernakulam South Railway Station connects with all prominent cities like Delhi, Chennai, Trivandrum, Mumbai, Mangalore, and Bangalore. Depending upon the stop, one can board a taxi or state-run buses to Munnar.
  • By Road: To reach Munnar one can make use of the facilities provided by State-Run buses or Private buses. Hiring a taxi or choosing a holiday package offered by travel experts like Funday Holidays will be worry-free.