Come prepared to walk, explore and experience Munnar as wild
For those who want to experience Munnar beyond its tea gardens and viewpoints, we recommend allowing 3–5 daysto explore these contrasting landscapes. From high-altitude grasslands and shola forests to dry forests and river valleys, a Munnar wildlife journey reveals an extraordinary diversity of habitats within a relatively small mountain region.
Munnar Wildlife Tours — The Walking Country of the South
Munnar, one of the highest towns in the Western Ghats, lies beneath the Anamudi massif, surrounded by high mountain ridges, shola forests, grasslands and rolling tea hills. This remarkable landscape offers exceptional opportunities for wildlife, birding, hiking and trekking.
Munnar is the walking country of the South. Eravikulam, Pampadum Shola and Mathikettan Shola National Parks offer walking experiences through rare high-altitude habitats and the unique sky-island ecosystems of the Western Ghats. .
eyond the mountains, the landscape changes into dry and deciduous forests. Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary offers extended walking safaris and jungle camps. Allow 3–5 days to experience Munnar’s diverse landscapes and wildlife ..
Cochin-Munnar-Shola National Park- Marayur -Chinnar -Cochin
What is this tour
An Eco-Travel across Kerala
An Eco-Travel across Kerala
- This four-day expedition is a fascinating journey across Kerala, travelling from the lush western slopes of the Western Ghats to the dry rain-shadow landscapes of the east.
- Designed for nature lovers, it showcases an exceptional variety of forests, wildlife, and cultural landscapes within a short period.
- The experience includes guided na
- This four-day expedition is a fascinating journey across Kerala, travelling from the lush western slopes of the Western Ghats to the dry rain-shadow landscapes of the east.
- Designed for nature lovers, it showcases an exceptional variety of forests, wildlife, and cultural landscapes within a short period.
- The experience includes guided nature walks and camping in the biologically rich Shola National Parks, exploration of high-altitude grasslands and tea plantations, visits to the traditional mountain villages of Marayur, and immersive walking safaris and jungle camps in the unique dry forests of Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary.
An Eco-Travel across Kerala
An Eco-Travel across Kerala
An Eco-Travel across Kerala
- This four-day expedition reveals the remarkable ecological diversity of Kerala by travelling from the humid western slopes of the Western Ghats to the dry rain-shadow forests of the east.
- Along the way, experience shola forests, montane grasslands, tea plantations, mountain villages, and the unique wilderness of Chinnar through guided na
- This four-day expedition reveals the remarkable ecological diversity of Kerala by travelling from the humid western slopes of the Western Ghats to the dry rain-shadow forests of the east.
- Along the way, experience shola forests, montane grasslands, tea plantations, mountain villages, and the unique wilderness of Chinnar through guided nature walks, walking safaris, and jungle camps.
- It is one of the most rewarding short natural history journeys in the Western Ghats.
What is special in it
An Eco-Travel across Kerala
What is special in it
- This expedition takes you on a remarkable journey across the Western Ghats, from the humid evergreen forests of Kerala's western slopes to the dry rain-shadow landscapes of the east.
- Within just four days, you experience an extraordinary range of ecosystems, including shola forests, high-altitude grasslands, tea plantations, mountain val
- This expedition takes you on a remarkable journey across the Western Ghats, from the humid evergreen forests of Kerala's western slopes to the dry rain-shadow landscapes of the east.
- Within just four days, you experience an extraordinary range of ecosystems, including shola forests, high-altitude grasslands, tea plantations, mountain valleys, and dry deciduous forests.
- Guided nature walks, walking safaris, and jungle camps provide an immersive experience of the region's exceptional biodiversity, endemic wildlife, and traditional cultural landscapes.
PACKAGES
4-6 DAYS SKY ISLANDS & DRY FOREST TOUR
4-6 DAYS SKY ISLANDS & DRY FOREST TOUR
4-6 DAYS SKY ISLANDS & DRY FOREST TOUR
- Starting from Cochin, this five-day wildlife expedition explores the contrasting landscapes of the Munnar Sky Islands and Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary. Spend a night camping in Pampadum Shola National Park and another in Mathikettan Shola National Park, experiencing the cool montane forests, grasslands, and rich endemic wildlife of the hig
- Starting from Cochin, this five-day wildlife expedition explores the contrasting landscapes of the Munnar Sky Islands and Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary. Spend a night camping in Pampadum Shola National Park and another in Mathikettan Shola National Park, experiencing the cool montane forests, grasslands, and rich endemic wildlife of the high mountains. Continue to the dry rain-shadow forests of Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary for two nights of exclusive jungle camping, guided walking safaris, and wildlife observation. Designed especially for nature enthusiasts seeking an immersive camping experience, the journey offers a remarkable transition from high-altitude shola forests to dry wilderness.
3 -4 DAYS CHINNAR JUNGLE CAMP
4-6 DAYS SKY ISLANDS & DRY FOREST TOUR
4-6 DAYS SKY ISLANDS & DRY FOREST TOUR
- This exclusive four-day expedition from Cochin is designed for travellers seeking an immersive wildlife and jungle camping experience in the dry rain-shadow forests of Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary. Spend three nights in exclusive wilderness camps, exploring different forest ranges through guided walking safaris and nature trails. The chang
- This exclusive four-day expedition from Cochin is designed for travellers seeking an immersive wildlife and jungle camping experience in the dry rain-shadow forests of Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary. Spend three nights in exclusive wilderness camps, exploring different forest ranges through guided walking safaris and nature trails. The changing landscapes—from riverine forests and open woodlands to rocky hills and dry forests—offer opportunities to observe elephants, Gaur, Sambar, deer, primates, squirrels, birds, and other wildlife. Away from conventional resort stays, the journey offers a close and authentic experience of Chinnar’s unique wilderness, guided by an experienced naturalist.
3-4 DAYS SKY ISLAND CAMPS
4-6 DAYS SKY ISLANDS & DRY FOREST TOUR
3-4 DAYS SKY ISLAND CAMPS
- Starting from Cochin, this exclusive mountain camping expedition explores the high-altitude wilderness of Pampadum Shola National Park, Mathikettan Shola National Park, and the mountains around Chokkan Mudi. The journey combines guided nature walks through ancient shola forests and montane grasslands with an overnight stay in Forest cam
- Starting from Cochin, this exclusive mountain camping expedition explores the high-altitude wilderness of Pampadum Shola National Park, Mathikettan Shola National Park, and the mountains around Chokkan Mudi. The journey combines guided nature walks through ancient shola forests and montane grasslands with an overnight stay in Forest camps. One day you can explore the Chokkanmudi peak and stay overnight in Chokkanad Mountain Camp, a tented camp set amidst the mountain landscape. Designed for nature enthusiasts seeking an immersive wilderness experience in Sky Islands, the expedition offers opportunities to observe endemic wildlife and birds while experiencing the changing moods of the high Western Ghats—from mist-covered forests to open mountain grasslands and spectacular ridgelines.
Discover the destinations —tailor your Munnar experience
Shola National Park- Walks & Camping
Walking Safari & Jungle Camp in Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary
Walking Safari & Jungle Camp in Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary
- Nestled within the cool, misty shola forests of Munnar Shola National Park, this exclusive jungle camp offers an immersive experience in one of the Western Ghats' most ancient and biologically rich ecosystems.
- Formed over millions of years, these Southern Hilltop Wet Evergreen forests are renowned for their exceptional endemism and their
- Nestled within the cool, misty shola forests of Munnar Shola National Park, this exclusive jungle camp offers an immersive experience in one of the Western Ghats' most ancient and biologically rich ecosystems.
- Formed over millions of years, these Southern Hilltop Wet Evergreen forests are renowned for their exceptional endemism and their vital role in sustaining the region's rivers and wetlands.
- Perched on a hill overlooking forest canopies and marshes, the comfortable wooden cabin provides solar lighting, western toilet facilities, comfortable bedding, and freshly prepared meals. The camp is an ideal base for wildlife observation, birdwatching, stargazing, and experiencing the magical atmosphere of the forest at dawn and dusk.
Walking Safari & Jungle Camp in Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary
Walking Safari & Jungle Camp in Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary
Walking Safari & Jungle Camp in Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary
- Situated in the rain-shadow of the Anamudi Hills, Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary is one of the Western Ghats' most distinctive wilderness landscapes, where lush evergreen forests give way to open dry woodlands and savannah-like habitats.
- Sharing a major elephant migration corridor with the Anamalai Tiger Reserve, Chinnar supports exceptional
- Situated in the rain-shadow of the Anamudi Hills, Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary is one of the Western Ghats' most distinctive wilderness landscapes, where lush evergreen forests give way to open dry woodlands and savannah-like habitats.
- Sharing a major elephant migration corridor with the Anamalai Tiger Reserve, Chinnar supports exceptional biodiversity, including the Grizzled Giant Squirrel, Tufted Grey Langur, the locally famous white (leucistic) Gaur, over 230 bird species, and many endemic reptiles, amphibians, and plants.
- Our guided walking safaris (3–6 hours) explore different wildlife zones, combined with exclusive jungle camps in comfortable log cabins reserved for one couple. Set deep within the forest with essential facilities and freshly prepared meals, the camps provide an authentic wilderness experience.
- Chinnar is also rich in prehistoric heritage, with ancient rock art, megalithic monuments, and ash mounds adding a unique cultural dimension to the journey.
Ethnic Village Tour in Marayur
Walking Safari & Jungle Camp in Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary
Ethnic Village Tour in Marayur
Marayur – A Cultural Landscape of the Western Ghats
- Nestled between the Anamudi and Palani Hills, Marayur is renowned for its traditional mountain villages, tribal heritage, natural sandalwood forests, sacred groves, and remarkable megalithic monuments.
- The expedition includes a relaxing stay in a carefully selected homestay, offering an
Marayur – A Cultural Landscape of the Western Ghats
- Nestled between the Anamudi and Palani Hills, Marayur is renowned for its traditional mountain villages, tribal heritage, natural sandalwood forests, sacred groves, and remarkable megalithic monuments.
- The expedition includes a relaxing stay in a carefully selected homestay, offering an opportunity to experience village life through guided walks, birdwatching, visits to archaeological sites and sacred groves, traditional cooking, and authentic local cuisine.
- It is an ideal place to slow down and discover the cultural heritage of the Western Ghats.and scapes.