Kolukkumalai Travel Guide
Kolukkumalai is home to the world’s highest tea plantation, perched at around 7,900 feet in the Western Ghats. Located near Munnar, it is famous for dramatic sunrise views, misty mountains, jeep safaris, and heritage tea factories.
📍 Quick Facts
StateTamil Nadu
Famous ForHighest Tea Estate
Ideal Duration1–2 Days
LanguagesTamil, English, Malayalam
🌦 Live Weather & Network
WeatherLoading…
Temperature–
📱 NetworkLimited
🌐 InternetVery weak
🗓 Best Time to Visit
Sep – MarClear views & sunrise
Apr – JunPleasant climate
Jul – AugMonsoon (slippery roads)
FestivalLocal temple festivals
🎯 Things to See & Do
🌄 Places
🍽 Food
🛍 Shopping
✨ Experiences
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Kolukkumalai Sunrise PointIconic views
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Tea FactoryHeritage processing
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High Altitude ViewsWestern Ghats
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Jeep TrailsOff-road adventure
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South Indian MealsEstate kitchens
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Kolukkumalai TeaFresh brews
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Homestay FoodSimple & hot
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Packaged SnacksCarry essentials
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Kolukkumalai TeaPremium estate tea
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SouvenirsTea-related items
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Munnar MarketsNearby shopping
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Trekking GearEssentials only
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Jeep SafariRugged mountain road
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Sunrise PhotographyCloud sea views
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Tea TastingEstate fresh brews
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Quiet NightsHigh altitude silence
🗺 Suggested Kolukkumalai Itinerary
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Day 1Munnar → Jeep safari → Sunset
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Day 2Sunrise point & tea factory
🚆 How to Reach Kolukkumalai
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Cochin Airport130 km
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Aluva Railway120 km
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RoadMunnar → Suryanelli
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Jeep TaxiMandatory off-road
🏨 Where to Stay in Kolukkumalai
Luxury
Mid-Range
Budget
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Heritage BungalowsEstate stays
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Premium CampsHigh-altitude views
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Homestays (Suryanelli)Comfort stays
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Munnar HotelsMore options
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Tented CampsBasic facilities
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Budget LodgesNearby villages
🍴 Popular Restaurants
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Estate DiningFixed meals
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Suryanelli EateriesLocal food
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Tea Factory CaféFresh tea
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Munnar RestaurantsWide options
📍 Nearby Destinations
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Munnar · 35 kmHill station
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Suryanelli · 12 kmJeep base
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Anayirangal Dam · 25 kmScenic lake
👕 What to Wear
Warm jackets
Trekking / sports shoes
Windcheater
Early-morning thermals
🎉 Festivals
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PongalHarvest festival
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Local Temple FestivalsSeasonal events
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Village FairsTraditional culture