Here are a few options for those who want to do something different and off-beat on their trip to Munnar. If you're looking at trekking options, then these inputs maybe of help.
1) Thattekkad Bird Sanctuary - a 25sq km park, has inspection bungalows and watch towers. For this, you can contact the Assistant Wildlife Warden at Kothamangalam on 0485-2588302.
2) Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary - located 60kms north-east of Munnar and 10km from Marayoor. Trekking, hut stays and tree-house available. Contact the Forest Information Centre at 04865-231587
3) The Hornbill Camp - Contact at 0485-2310324. For more information, go to: http://lemongrassecolodges.blogspot.com/2009/03/hornbill-camp-thattekkad.html
4) Kalypso Adventures - organize trekking camps at Munnar. Website: http://www.kalypsoadventures.com
5) Coimbatore to Munnar by road - There are direct buses that ply from Coimbatore to Munnar - one early morning at 7:30am and the other at 3:30pm. You can also take a bus from Coimbatore to Udumalpet and from there hire a private vehicle to go to Munnar and enjoy the scenic drive. It should take around 4 hours approx to reach Munnar. Please check the fare for private taxis, remember it should be per km rate or per hour rate or whichever is higher.
Otherwise, a direct trip from Coimbatore to Munnar by a private vehicle could cost around Rs.2,400/- INR (one way) which should include all their toll tax, parking fee etc. Since there are two check posts and a hefty fee that Tamil Nadu registered cabs have to pay when they cross the border to enter Kerala, the taxi fare maybe on the higher side. It’s relatively safe to travel at night, but try and leave early afternoon so that you can enjoy the scenic beauty.
For more on Munnar, visit: http://tanyamunshi.blogspot.com/2007/12/travel-why-you-cant-miss-munnar.html
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