Luxury Munnar Tours
Tea-covered hills around 1,600 metres in the Western Ghats, with Eravikulam National Park and South India's highest peak close by.
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Overview
Munnar At A Glance
Munnar sits high in the Western Ghats, at roughly 1,600 metres. The air is cooler. The hills are green and combed in rows. A luxury Munnar tour begins with tea. Plantations cover the slopes, and many are still working estates. Your guide can walk you through a working estate, then sit you down for a tasting of the grades side by side. The name is said to mean three rivers, for the meeting of the Muthirapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundali. Above the town, Eravikulam National Park protects the Nilgiri tahr, a rare mountain goat of these grasslands. Anamudi rises inside the park, and at 2,695 metres it is the highest peak in South India. Mattupetty Dam is a quieter stop, a reservoir ringed by tea slopes and shola forest. The Neelakurinji flower blooms across these hills only once in twelve years. Do not plan around it, but enjoy the legend. Munnar is a place for long views and early starts. Bring a layer for the evenings. Your private driver handles the hill roads, and your itinerary can leave room for a slow morning with a cup of tea.
- Best Time
- September to March. The skies are usually clearer, while the monsoon brings heavy rain to the hills.
- Getting There
- Cochin International Airport is the nearest, about 110 km away, and the drive up into the hills takes roughly four hours.
- Where To Stay
- Scenic, Munnar - IHCL SeleQtions, Windermere Estate
- Continue To
- Alleppey, Kochi, Kovalam
- Coordinates
- 10.09° N, 77.06° E
What To See
What To See In Munnar
Munnar's real highlights are what a private guide builds each day around.
Eravikulam National Park
High grassland above Munnar, home to the largest surviving population of Nilgiri tahr.
Mattupetty Dam
A reservoir ringed by tea slopes and shola forest, ten kilometres above Munnar.
Tea Estate Walk and Tasting
Walk the rows with a picker, then taste the grades side by side at the factory.
How To Travel
Journeys Through Munnar
Every journey comes with a private guide and driver for each day on the road. Full details live on each journey's own page.
11 Nights
Kerala Photography Journey
Kochi · Kumarakom · Munnar · Thekkady · Varkala · Wayanad
10 Nights
Kerala & Tamil Nadu — the Complete South
Kochi · Munnar · Thekkady · Madurai · Ooty
7 Nights
Grand Kerala — Complete
Alleppey · Kochi · Kovalam · Munnar · Thekkady
7 Nights
Kerala Wildlife & Nature Expedition
Kochi · Munnar · Thekkady · Wayanad
7 Nights
Kerala Tea & Spice Trail
Kochi · Munnar · Thekkady
7 Nights
Kerala & Tamil Nadu Grand Circuit
Kochi · Munnar · Thekkady · Madurai
6 Nights
Kerala & Tamil Nadu Honeymoon
Kochi · Munnar · Thekkady · Madurai
5 Nights
Grand Kerala — Extended
Alleppey · Kochi · Munnar · Thekkady
Where To Stay
Where To Stay In Munnar
Stays are chosen for the setting and the service, then matched to the pace of your route.
Scenic, Munnar - IHCL SeleQtions
★★★★★
Scenic sits above Chithirapuram, on a slope of the Munnar tea country. It belongs to IHCL's SeleQtions collection, which is the Taj group's label for hotels with a distinct character of their own. Here that character comes almost entirely from the landscape. The hotel is built in tiers down the hillside. Nearly every room opens onto a balcony, and nearly every balcony looks over tea gardens falling away towards the valley. Cloud moves through at this altitude, so the same view changes several times before breakfast. Room categories climb from Superior through Deluxe and Premium, and the top villas add private plunge pools. Interiors keep to warm wood and clean lines rather than competing with what is outside the window. The Pawcations rooms are set aside for guests travelling with a dog. Food leans on the region. Cardamom, pepper and local produce come from the plantations nearby, and the kitchen will also cook a straightforward Kerala meal on request. Meals can be served on the terrace when the weather holds. Munnar's tea museum, Eravikulam National Park and the Mattupetty and Kundala lakes are all within easy reach. The hotel arranges plantation walks, and staff know which viewpoints are worth the early start.
Windermere Estate
★★★★
Windermere Estate is a family-run resort set on a working cardamom and coffee plantation in Pallivasal, just outside Munnar. Just eighteen rooms are spread across plantation villas, cottages, and garden rooms. Red cedar accents and simple, tasteful furnishings run through every category. Many rooms open onto private sit-outs facing the estate's terraced hills. Daily life here follows the rhythm of the plantation. A guided walk each afternoon takes guests through the cardamom fields and up to caves on the property. From Windermere's viewpoint, the 360-degree outlook takes in tea gardens, misty hills, and the estate below. Food is served across a handful of characterful spaces. Pine Top handles everyday meals, The Barn hosts fine dining, and Boulder Garden is reserved for outdoor barbecues. The Hut offers snacks and tea through the day. Fire pits and hammocks are dotted through the gardens for quieter evenings. For travellers who want Munnar's tea-estate scenery without a large hotel footprint, Windermere Estate delivers exactly that. Its plantation setting, family ownership, and genuinely local rhythm make it one of the hill station's most distinctive stays.
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Frequently Asked
Questions About Munnar
How many days do you need in Munnar?
Two nights is a good length. That gives one day for a tea estate walk and tasting, and one for Eravikulam and Mattupetty. Add a third night if you want slow mornings or short hill walks. The drive up is long, so a single day feels rushed.
What should I know before visiting Munnar?
Evenings are cool at this altitude, so pack a warm layer. Sturdy shoes help on tea rows and park paths. Mist can hide views, so keep plans flexible. Hill roads are winding, which can affect anyone prone to motion sickness. Check current park rules with your guide.
When is the best time of day to visit Eravikulam National Park?
Early morning is usually the best. The air is cooler and the grassland is clearer before cloud rolls in. Wildlife is never guaranteed, but a morning start gives you the most comfortable walking hours. Check current timings and access rules with your guide before you go.
Can you see the Neelakurinji bloom in Munnar?
The Neelakurinji flowers only once in twelve years, so most visits will not coincide with a bloom. The hills are still beautiful without it, with tea slopes and open grassland in every direction. If a bloom season is underway, your guide can advise on current conditions and access.
Are your tours in Munnar private?
Yes. Every journey is private. You travel with your own guide and driver, and the pace is yours to set.
What is the best time to visit Munnar?
September to March. The skies are usually clearer, while the monsoon brings heavy rain to the hills.
How do I get to Munnar?
Cochin International Airport is the nearest, about 110 km away, and the drive up into the hills takes roughly four hours.
Can I combine Munnar with other cities?
Yes. We can join Munnar to other cities in Kerala in a single route, with transfers and stays planned around it.
Can you arrange hotels in Munnar?
Yes. Stays are part of every journey. We match them to your budget and to the pace of your route.
How do I plan a trip to Munnar?
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