Anamudi Shola National Park
 

The Park is surrounded by Eravikulam National Park, Pambadum Shola National Park, Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary, Mathikettan Shola National Park. It is supervised by Kerala Wildlife and Forest department and Munnar Wildlife Division, along with other National Parks and Sanctuary like Eravikulam National Park, Mathikettan Shola National Park, Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary, Pambadum Shola National Park and the Kurinjimala Sanctuary. Total area of the park is about 7.5 Km². It was declared as a National Park in the year of 2003.

The park provides safe and comfortable habitat to the wild species of flora and fauna. The rich wildlife includes Elephant, Tiger, Panther, Indian Bison, Nilgiri tahr, Gaur, Spotted Deer, Sambar, Giant Grizzled Squirrel, Hanuman Langur, Sloth Bear, Flying Squirrels etc. National park is an area which is strictly reserved for the betterment of the wildlife & biodiversity, and where activities like developmental, forestry, poaching, hunting and grazing on cultivation are not permitted. Their boundaries are well marked and circumscribed.
 

Which are the facilities/activities available in Anamudi Shola National Park?

• Trekking to the shola forest.
          Indians         - 300 INR (Per Person)
          Foreigners   - 700 INR (Per Person)
• Stay  
  log houses at Methappu
         
         Indians         - 3000 INR (Per Person)
         Foreigners   - 4000 INR (Per Person)
  Stone houses 
         
         Indians        - 3000 INR (Per Person)

         Foreigners  - 4000 INR (Per Person)
   

Where is Anamudi Shola National Park situated?

The Anamudi Shola National Park is located in the Western Ghats. It lies just east of Eravikulam National Park. Anamudi Shola National Park consists of three Shola Reserve Forests namely Pannavan Shola, Pullaradi Shola and Indivara Shola together occupying an area of 42068 Sq.Km. This forest patch is situated in Devikulam Taluk in Idukki District.

Are the tourists allowed into the Anamudi Shola National Park?

Yes, tourists are allowed in the Anamudi Shola National Park, and Eco-tourism activities are available for tourists. All the Eco-tourism activities are organized jointly by the Forest Department and Eco-development Committees (EDCs) of the local tribal communities. The activities are designed to offer a wide spectrum of wilderness opportunities to the visitors and to provide means of sustainable livelihood for local communities.

What is Anamudi shola national park famous for?

Anamudi Shola National Park is famous for its unique shola -grassland ecosystem, Anamudi,the 2,695- m high mountain, rich biodiversity, and the conservation of endangered spices like the Niligiri Tahr.. It's also known for the 12-year blooming cycle of the Neelakurinji (Strobilanthes kunthiana) plant, a rare natural phenomenon. The park is a popular destination for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts. 

What is special about Anamudi?

Anamudi has an elevation of 2,695 meters (8,842 ft.). It is the highest peak and one of the three ultra-prominent peaks in south India. It is the peak with the greatest topographic isolation within India and is the highest point south of the Himalayas. It is called the Everest of South India.

How do I go to Anamudi Peak?

You can take a bus or book a private cab from top car rental companies in Munnar to take you through the winding route among the mountains. Once you reach the national park entrance, you can walk your way towards the peak or hop on the guided minibus tour to the Anamudi Peak viewpoint.