Kolukkumalai Tent Camping
(One Of The Best Tent Camp In Munnar)
 

Reporting Place     : Suryanelli Town

• Starting Time               : 04:30 am
• Cost                               : 3500 INR For 1 Jeep (Maximum 5-6 Peoples in) 
• Tour Inclusions            : Driver cum Guided Tour.
• Exclusions                    : Hotel Pick up and drop off charge, etc Food & Entry Fees.
• What to wear & keep  : Normal hiking or walking shoes, long dress for hiking & sun protector. If you are taking any medication, please carry your medicin with you.

Wake before dawn and set off on an off-road adventure toward Kolukkumalai, perched at roughly 7,130 ft (2,170 m) — home to the world’s highest tea estate. The rugged jeep track climbs through misty slopes, dense forests, and wild terrain until you arrive at the high-altitude plateau where your tent camp awaits.
 

At camp, days and nights unfold in slow enchantment: watch clouds drift past your tent, witness sunrise turning tea hills gold, and breathe in crisp, cold air. Venture down forested trails or stroll among tea bushes; at dusk, sip hot chai by a campfire under starlit skies. The next morning, a guided walk to a colonial-era tea factory reveals century-old methods of hand-processing tea, topped off with a tasting of freshly brewed leaves right at the source.

1. Enjoying the off-road adventure – As the distant mountains appear in view, the smooth road disappears. The last few kilometres of the drive to Kolukkumalai Tea Estate is a bumpy ride off the highway. Mist-covered hills, tea shrubs and innumerable waterfalls will soon welcome you. Take breaks to enjoy the views and hop back to continue towards the destination.

2. Going for a drive around the estate – As far as you can see, you’ll find mountains and tea. The Kolukkumalai Tea Estate tour offers a view of the plains of Tamil Nadu and the hills of Kerala, all covered with a green bed. And the view will soothe you from the pain of the accompanying ride on the patchy trail.

3. Spending a night within the premises – The management of the tea estate has turned the old staff quarters into a guesthouse. Food and basic amenities are available if you wish to stay for the sunset and sunrise views or a leisurely exploration of the estate. You can even set your tent around and enjoy a peaceful night sleep surrounded by all the aromatic bushes.

4. Trekking down the hill for views – With the shifting clouds and the misty environment around, the surrounding views are kaleidoscopic. As the cloud clears, you can get a bright view of the rising (or setting) sun. And if not, you can watch the valley covered in white. Trek along the plantations and pace towards the view points to experience this heaven.

5. Clicking photographs – While you’re enjoying the majestic views, capture some in your lens. The rising sun, tea plantations spread along the valley and the distant Nilgiri hills are among the various views you would like to savour for years.

6. Learning about tea processing – Kolukkumalai Tea Estate and factory were established in the 1930s, and since then, traditional methods are used to process tea. Instead of the mechanised CTC method, the tea leaves go through the orthodox four-step process – withering, rolling, oxidation and drying. A guided tour of the organic tea factory and its wooden interiors will take you back in time for sure.

7. Tasting freshly brewed tea – Don’t forget to taste the tea at the factory. You can pick a flavour of your choice and enjoy a freshly brewed steaming cup of tea. And at the shop, packets are available for you to buy.
 

Cancellation Policy

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

Duration :  Early morning to afternoon 
Departure Point

Munnar Info Meeting Point 

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