Traverse from the plains of Madurai into the rolling emerald tea hills of Kerala, surrounded by gushing waterfalls and cloud-kissed peaks.
Ascend through the Bodi Metu ghat road into rolling green tea slopes, wildlife sanctuaries, and mountain reservoirs.
Munnar, situated in the Idukki district of Kerala, is South India's premier tea plantation haven. Located at the confluence of three mountain streams (Mudhirapuzha, Nallathanni, and Kundala), it boasts cool mountain weather, exotic flora, and wildlife sanctuaries home to the endangered Nilgiri Tahr.
The road trip from Madurai to Munnar via Theni and the Bodi Metu ghat section is widely celebrated as one of the most picturesque hill drives in South India. Rithish Tours & Travels provides comfortable AC vehicles equipped with all inter-state permits, ensuring smooth border crossings and leisurely photo stops at waterfalls along the route.
Historic museum illustrating the growth of Munnar tea industry with tea-tasting sessions.
Storage reservoir nestled amid hills with speedboating and occasional elephant sightings.
High-altitude sanctuary protecting the endangered Nilgiri Tahr mountain goat and Anamudi peak.
Natural acoustic echo phenomenon and pedal boating by the picturesque arch dam lake.
Spectacular multi-tiered cascading waterfalls surrounded by dense Western Ghat greenery.
Guided tour through cardamoms, cinnamon, cloves, pepper, and vanilla plantations.
Morning departure from Madurai. Drive through fertile Theni agricultural plains and ascend Bodi Metu. Stop for waterfalls and view points. Arrive in Munnar, check in to resort, and spend a relaxing evening walking through aromatic spice plantations.
Early morning excursion to Eravikulam (Rajamalai) National Park to spot the Nilgiri Tahr. Afternoon visits to Tata Tea Museum, Mattupetty Dam boating, Echo Point, and Kundala Lake.
Morning photo tour of lush tea slopes. Shop for authentic Kerala tea, spices, and homemade chocolates before a scenic return drive to Madurai.
The distance is around 155 km, taking approx 4 hours via Theni and Bodi Metu ghat road.
Yes! We specialize in customized 4 to 6-day Kerala circuits connecting Munnar, Thekkady Periyar wildlife, and Alleppey backwater houseboats.
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