Activities
Walking in Munnar
While Munnar town is built-up and busy, it`s easy to find lovely scenic spots within a short drive from Munnar. We have identified some such scenic spots that will fit in nicely for a ramble in the hills. We operate our own campsites at various locations in and around Munnar. A walk in these hills can be spread over many days and some areas are so remote that it is necessary to stay in temporary camps. In addition to the various gueshouses/forest lodges we have also identified campsites and depending on the duration of the walk and weather conditions we choose accordingly. For more details of the walks and the campsites do drop us an e-mail on info@campfootprint.in We ...Read more...
Tea Experience
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Munnar is famous not only for its scenic beauty and high mountain peaks but also for the tea grown in these hills. For ages colonial planters has tried growing various produce before deciding that tea was best suited for this rugged terrain. Tea here is harvested throughout the year and because of the altitude the tea produced here is also considered one of the best in India. A visit to the factory will give you an insight into tea production from the time leaf arrives at the from the field to the factory until the finished product leaves the factory. You will also get to experience a working tea estate where you will be able to interact with the workers in the field, maybe try your hand ...Read more...
Day visit to Camp Footprint
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Camp Footprint is a remote permanent camp site located high in the hills above Munnar and across Kolukkumalai Tea estate. Camp Footprint, a remote permanent camp site located high in the hills above Munnar and across Kolukkumalai Tea estate is an ideal spot for a stay while on trek in the hills or just to have a couple days break from the hectic city life and enjoy nature at it`s best! For those who have already booked to stay in Munnar we offer a day excursion to Camp Footprint. This is a morning avtivity and would include a hot lunch at our place. There are a few options for walks depending on the duration and level of difficulty that you would like to undertake. You are ...Read more...
Long Treks - Meeshapulimalai Trek
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The trek up Meeshapulimalai is much sought after by people looking for a long trek in Munnar especially as Anaimudi, the highest peak in South India is closed to general public for any activities. At a height of 2,640 meters the Meeshapulimalai Peak is indeed a spectacular peak and the vistas from the top are breathtaking! Once you get nearer the top you truly feel on top of the world with clouds swirling around the peaks below! There used to be 2 ways to access the peak. The more popular and easily accessible path is from the Silent Valley Estate and the other starting from Kolukkumalai Estate. The peak can be accessed from both sides and can be done as a day trip albeit ...Read more...
Nature walk and Bird Watching trips
The hills are home to a few endemic and a wide variety of birdlife. The Nature Walk with our naturalist will truly be a rewarding experience! It is advisable to start the walk as early as you can so you stant a good chance to see most birds that has made these hills their home! The walk starts from the Camp after a short briefing over hot tea or coffee. You will be given checklists of the both the common and endemic birds of the area before you start out so you have your own record to take back of the beautiful birds that see on the walk. The duration of the walk is for about 3-4 hours but can be extended should there be a chance to spot a rare bird! For those ...Read more...