Anakulam Wild Elephant Village Tour
  (Village life Experiential full day tour from Munnar travel by jeep) 
 

• Starting times             : 10.30/11:00 AM
• Cost : 
  Payment by Card        : INR 6500/- for 2 person extraperson is 1000/- 
  Payment by Cash        : INR 6000/- for 2 person extraperson is 800/- (maximum 8 peoples in one group)
  Note                            : If you like to get cash payment option, need to make INR1000/- advance payment by link for booking confirmation ) 
• Tour Inclusions           : Full day tour, driver cum Guide, Entry fee, Water & home made kerala Meal
• Exclusions                   : Hotel Pick up and drop off charge, etc.
• What to wear & keep : Normal hiking or walking shoes, swim wears & sun protector. 
• Travel by                     : Travel by jeep with driver cume guide.

Reporting places           : Munnar Info Meeting Point (Old Munnar).

Tour details : We need to drive about 43 kilometers to Anakulam via Lekshmi Mountain (road) from Starting point by Jeep.The unspoken feel of beauty and serenity together meet at a forest locked village called Anakulam.This place of aesthetic value is nearly 40 km away from Munnar, the paradise of Gods’ own country.Elephants dally here in large social groups in human inhabited areas, which is something unique about this scenic spot.Two tributaries of Periyaar, namely, Idacholayaar and Nallatanniyaar wets and nourishes this land. Accessibility depends on jeep service.

Venture deep from Munnar into the wild heart of the Western Ghats on our full-day Anakulam Wild Elephant Village Tour — an experiential safari where nature, culture, and wildlife meet. Travel about 43 km via the rugged Lekshmi Mountain Road in a robust jeep, crossing forest trails and small rivers until you reach Anakulam — a forest-locked amphitheater where wild elephants routinely descend to quench thirst and mingle.

Everyone can enjoy elephant herds within a distance of 50 meter.The herd strength includes young calf and the mighty tuskers.A nice walk through the forest and a cool bath in the Idacholayaar freshen one’s mind.Anakulam is an amphitheatre surrounded by Reserve forests.It has high uniqueness due to geographical, climatic and cultural richness.The panoramic view of step cultivation lands of  Anakulam surrounded by huge mountains is mesmerizing.Anakulam Wild elephant village tour explores all these enchanting uniqueness within few hours.

Once there, you’ll

• Witness herds of wild elephants from a safe vantage — calves, adults, even tuskers — gathering at the watering point.

• Walk through tea plantations and step-cultivated fields, absorbing panoramic green slopes and mountain vistas on all sides. 

• Visit Viripara Viewpoint — where tea estates, rolling clouds, and winding roads converge into a dreamlike panorama. 

• Take a refreshing dip under Viripara Waterfall, within forest bounds & regulated by the forest department — a tranquil, safe bathing spot. 

• Explore the Tiger Cave, a scenic forest route crossing a hanging bridge — once a hidden refuge, it now adds mystery to your journey. 

• Stop by the Perumankuth Waterfalls, one of the grand waterfalls in the area, surrounded by lush forest. 

• Cross rivers and streams, relax by flowing water, and maybe catch a cooling swim in safer river stretches.

• Learn about local spice & rubber cultivation — see cardamom, pepper, cinnamon, nutmeg, and even rubber tapping and processing. 

• Witness village life up close — observe local routines, understand how people live in this remote forest setting, and glimpse their bond with nature.
   

Best for: Nature lovers, wildlife enthusiasts, photographers, anyone seeking offbeat, immersive forest experiences. 


Explore view points On the way

• Tea plantation view : The panoramic view of step cultivation lands of Anakulam is surrounded by huge mountains and a mesmerizing view of Tea plantations. Which gives a stunning rich green foliage to your eyes.

• Local village life : Experiencing the unique local lifestyle of the village people in the beautiful village of Anakulam. The Guide provides more information about their day-to-day activities and their lifestyle.

• Viripara viewpoint : Viripara viewpoint makes the scenery more tempting. Lekshmi Tea Estate bordering Mankulam is one of the best place covered with Mountains, Rolling Clouds and Windy roads through the tea garden. 

• Viripara waterfalls visit with shower : Viripara waterfalls is under the control of the Forest Department. One can enjoy the swimming in a danger-free waterfall and just feel the flow.

• Viripara tiger cave visit : Viripara Tiger cave is one of the thrilling tourist spots beside a river. Once the den of Tigers in the Viripara cave, and hence the name carried. It is a 1 hour walking program through the Tropical forest crossing Hanging Bridge. 

• Perumankuth waterfalls : Perumankuth is a unique beautiful Historical place with lush green forest all around. It is the highest waterfalls in Munnar and is beside the Munnar road.

• Hanging bridge : Hanging Bridge in the village was hand-made by the local villagers to make a way to their village. It was also a different walking experience, which is a way of entertainment.

• River crossing and Swimming in the danger-free river : One can most explore the day inside the forest and some activities like swimming in a danger-free river, which relaxes your mind and body. 

• Explore on the way Local spices : It was the fragrance of spice that awakened the curiosity of the explorers. As can be seen, the variety of spices like cardamom, Black Pepper, Cinnamon, Vanilla, Clove, Nutmeg, Cumin, etc.          

• Rubber Tree Planatation  : Learn how to tap latex from a rubber tree and get to know why rubber is a major source of livelihood in  Anakulam. Watch the process of making rubber sheets from the tree, molding & drying.

                                                                                                                                            
Wild Elephant View Point: Everyone can enjoy elephant herds within a distance of 50 meter. We are waiting for elephant to see at Anakulam  (wild elephant arrival place) then drive back. 

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Duration : Morning to Evening
Departure Point : Munnar Info Meeting Point 

Return: Munnar info Meeting Point 

    
Common Enquiries

What is the specialty of Anakulam? 
Anakulam is a place with full of perennial waterfalls and presence of wildlife. One of the areas under the Mankulam Division, the Anakulam, is unique for sure sighting of elephants come as herds to drink water and replenish nutrients from the stream flowing at Anakulam.

What is the best time to see the Wild Elephant in Anakulam? 
The best time to see the wild elephants is during the rainy time is not recommended to visit  Anakkulam. Normally, Elephants arrive in the dry season at after 4 pm to 11 pm.

How long was the walk through the Tea plantation?
Walk through the Tea plantation was very exciting and exploring the nature. It will take Half an hour to One hour, treated across the plantation.

Is an Elephant ride possible in Anakulam Wild Elephant Village Tour?
An Elephant ride is not possible in  Anakulam because they are wild elephants; hence, everyone can enjoy Elephant herds within a distance of 50 meters.

How much was the entry fee for Anakulam Wild Elephant Viallge Tour? 
The entry fee for Anakulam per person was about 300 INR to 400 INR.

Anakulam Opening and Closing Time?
Anakulam was opened for all days.

To visit Anakulam, is there any extra permission needed from the forest department?
To visit Anakulam, no need of any extra permissions; all are included in the Anakulam wild Elephant Village Tour.