Day Trip to Marayoor & Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary
Itinerary (Approx. 9–10 Hours)
Pickup from Hotel in Munnar
* Meet your driver/guide and begin the journey towards Marayoor.
* Enjoy a scenic drive through misty tea plantations, mountain passes, and spice valleys.
Lakkam Waterfalls – A Nature Escape from Munnar
* Around 30 km / 1 hr drive from Munnar town. Situated on the Munnar–Marayoor highway, surrounded by dense forests, rolling hills, and tea plantations.
Marayoor Sandalwood Forests
* Explore Kerala’s only natural sandalwood forest.Walk through the fragrance-filled groves and learn about sandalwood conservation.
Muniyara Dolmens (Stone Age Burial Chambers)
* Visit the ancient megalithic dolmens dating back over 2,000 years. Learn about their historical and archaeological significance.
Prehistoric Caves & Rock Paintings
* Visit caves with prehistoric mural paintings, showcasing glimpses of early human life.
Sugarcane Fields & Jaggery Making
* Tour the lush sugarcane farms. Watch the traditional process of making Marayoor Jaggery (GI-tagged, famous for purity & taste).Sample freshly made jaggery.
* Relish an authentic Kerala-style meal served at a local restaurant.
Thoovanam Waterfalls (Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary)
* Enter Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary (with entry permits).Guided trek (3 km / ~1 hr one way) through the sanctuary to reach Thoovanam Waterfalls, a spectacular cascade amidst the forest.Spot wildlife like giant grizzled squirrels, spotted deer, langurs, and diverse bird species along the trail.
Wildlife Safari / Sanctuary Visit
* After the trek, enjoy a forest drive/safari experience within Chinnar Sanctuary (subject to availability).Learn about the sanctuary’s unique dry deciduous forest ecosystem.
* Relax with tea/coffee at a local stall before heading back.
* Return to your hotel with wonderful memories of Munnar’s natural beauty and charm
Inclusions
* Pickup & drop-off in private vehicle.
* Guided sightseeing as per itinerary.
* Traditional Kerala lunch.
* Forest entry permits (Chinnar Sanctuary).
* Trek guide for Thoovanam Waterfalls.
Exclusions
* Camera/video charges.
* Optional safari charges (if available).
* Extra activities not mentioned in inclusions.
* Personal expenses, tips.
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