1-Day Meesapulimala Trek and Camping Tour in the Western Ghats

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Trek to Meesapulimala, the second-highest peak in the Western Ghats
• 02 Stay in tents at an altitude of about 6000 ft
• 03 Spend the evening around a campfire with supper in the outdoors
• 04 Cross seven hills on a 9 km morning trek to the summit viewpoint

Come aboard on this tour to one of the most popular hill stations in Kerala. Enjoy an adventurous trek to Meesapulimala, the second-highest peak in the Western Ghats, and stay in tents located at an altitude of about 6000 ft. Spend the night around a campfire after a rewarding day outdoors, then set out on a 9 km morning trek across seven hills to reach the peak.

Enjoy the night outdoors by sitting around a campfire and savoring a delicious supper.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Shared

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Included · Budget

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

City Munnar

Languages English, Hindi, Malayalam, Tamil

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Meesapulimala Trek and Overnight Camping

• Meet your tour guide at an agreed-upon location and begin the trip.
• Enjoy an adventurous trek to Meesapulimala, the second-highest peak in the Western Ghats in Kerala's Idukki district. The peak stands 2,640 meters (8,661 ft) above sea level. Its name comes from its eight peaks, which spread like a "moustache," and it lies between the Anaimalai Hills and Palani Hills near Suryanelli, around 20 km from Munnar.
• Stay in tents located at an altitude of about 6000 ft. Electricity for the camp is generated using a microturbine.
• Enjoy the night outdoors by sitting around a campfire and savoring a delicious supper. Spend the night sleeping in the wild.
• Go for a 9 km trek in the morning. After climbing the first 6 km, you will reach the viewpoint, and after another 3 km and crossing seven hills, you will arrive at the Meeshapulimala peak.
• Head back to your hotel or accommodation at the end of the tour.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Dinner

• Breakfast

• Lunch

• Tea

• Campfire

• Tents

• Transportation

• English-speaking Munnar tour guide

Know before you go

• The minimum age for travelling is 18 years.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Meesapulimala, Kannan Devan Hills, Tamil Nadu 685616, India

Tour start

Meesapulimala, Kannan Devan Hills, Tamil Nadu 685616, India

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.