The 8 Best Munnar Trekking Tours

1.Wild Elephant Anakulam & Waterfalls Tour(munnar valley Trekking)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 98 reviews · from $70Our pick

Spend 6 to 8 hours in a private jeep from Munnar to Anakulam, with a local driver-guide, tea estates, village roads, waterfalls, a hanging bridge, Tiger Cave, river crossing, food, fruit, snacks, and a chance to see wild elephants. The elephant wait can last from minutes to more than three hours.

“We went to 1 waterfall rather than the 2 in the itinerary. We weren’t taken to multiple places on the itinerary - we drove past them but I don’t count that as visiting them. Our driver was friendly but barely spoke English and wasn’t a guide - zero insight into anything. 90% of this tour is being driven around. Very underwhelming all round sadly.”

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2.Half Day Hiking in Munnar Trekking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 89 reviews · from $15

Spend four to five hours hiking through Munnar’s tea estates, forest, and hills with guides such as Philip or Moni. You’ll learn about tea, local plants, birds, wildlife, and village life while enjoying breakfast, bottled water, and wide mountain views. On clear days, Anaimudi Peak may appear above the valleys.

“I had a really good time!! My guide Moni is very knowledgeable about the local plants! it was very interesting to learn from him about the whole environment!”

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3.half day trekking

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 44 reviews · from $17

Set out from Hotel Hillview Munnar at 9:00 am for a private 3.5-hour walk of about 8 km through tea plantations, grassland hills, and a tea village. Guide Arun explains tea growing, local life, plants, and wildlife. Water, fruit, drinks, snacks, entry fees, and photography time are included.

“I recently attended an event / Performance, and unfortunately, it was quite disappointing. The overall look and performance felt dirty and unprofessional. I would suggest bringing other guides or experts to ensure a better experience.”

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4.Medium Hard Trekking (munnar valley Trekking & Tours )

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 41 reviews · from $8Best value

Walk from Munnar through tea plantations, forest, grassland, rocks, and three mountain sections on this four-hour trek. Guide Praveen leads the route, with tea-estate entry, fruit, snacks, and water included. The trail reaches 2,100 metres before returning to the starting point near Moolakadai.

“An extraordinary morning! I had an exceptional time, Praveen was an excellent guide. Considerate and concerned for our safety. He took the time to share his culture and that of his environment. It was a very interesting and cultural moment of sharing. For my part, it contribuRead moreAuto-translated”

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5.Private Munnar Tea Trek

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 38 reviews · 1 day · from $14

Walk 3 to 4 hours through Munnar’s tea gardens and Lakshmi Hills with a private guide such as Shiva, Chandru, or Raveendra. Expect valley views, tea-making insight, birds, possible wildlife sightings, photo stops, snacks, and a steady pace adjusted to your fitness. Pickup details are arranged by WhatsApp.

“We had a fabulous trek in the tea plantation and valley with Raveendra. He took us on a beautiful route, pointed out the things to see and explained everything perfectly. We stopped at an awesome viewpoint and got a real insight into local nature and culture. A great trip.”

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6.Half day Guided Trek

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 24 reviews · 4 hours · from $13

Spend four hours hiking through Munnar’s tea plantations, forests, and Lekshmi Hills with an English-speaking guide. Choose a harder Pothamedu route or an easier Lekshmi Hill trail. Guides such as Samy, Raja N, and Manni have led past departures, explaining tea, plants, wildlife, and local life while providing light snacks and water.

“This was one of the best guided tours we have done. Samy our guide was outstanding he was very knowledgable about the tea making process, the wildlife and the fauna.”

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7.Dawn’s Embrace: Sun Rise Trek at Lakshmi Hills, Munnar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 5 hours · from $74

Meet your English-speaking guide at 5:00 AM for a 1.5-hour climb to Lakshmi Hills. Raj leads the trek on described departures, sharing local stories, plant and wildlife knowledge, and tea culture. After sunrise, explore Munnar Old Town, markets, churches, and the Tea Museum before returning to your hotel by tuk tuk.

“Our sunrise hike in Munnar was absolutely magical! We started early in the morning, hiking up the mountain in the dark to reach the summit just in time for a breathtaking sunrise. As we enjoyed the view, our guide Raj surprised us with a cup of freshly brewed tea — the absolute highlight of the experience! On the way down, we walked through the beautiful tea plantations, surrounded by rolling green hills and the scent of fresh leaves. Raj was an incredible guide — knowledgeable, funny, and speaking perfect English. He shared fascinating insights about the plants, wildlife, and local life in such an engaging and entertaining way. After the…”

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8.Sunrise Trekking Adventure with Breakfast

★★★★★★★★★★3.3 · 3 reviews · 1 day · from $16

Meet your English-speaking local guide at Anish Home Stay for a 12-kilometer, 5 to 6-hour sunrise trek from 1,550 to 2,000 meters. Walk through tea, coffee, cardamom, and grassland, pause at a mountain viewpoint, and finish with snacks and fresh fruit. Transportation to the meeting point is not included.

“I booked this, they took my money and then claim to have called me many times to cancel. But they did not. They tell me the guide is sick the night before the trek only because I called to confirm something. And they still haven’t refunded me. Avoid this company!”

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