SOUTH INDIA · INDIA
South India’s best days out.
The 15 most popular hiking & trekking in South India, gathered on one page. What each one is really like on the day, how long it runs, what it costs and who you book it through.
Half-day guided hike through Munnar’s tea gardens and ridge views, with snacks and a shot at Anaimudi on clear days.
Most Popular“A great way to see the beautiful scenery of Munnar. Our guide Samy shared lots of information about the local plants, wildlife and community.”
A guided 14 km trek through Munnar’s tea, forest and grassland with included breakfast, snacks, and mountain viewpoints for about 6 hours.
“Had a great trekking experience trekking the Lekshmi hills and tea estate. Kumar did a great job guiding us through the path. It was very windy and raining that day making the narrow paths slippery and challenging. But with Kumar we were able to navigate easily and were rewarded with breathtaking views for the surrounding…”
A full-day hike around Munnar with tea gardens, forests, big-dam views, and a peak-to-valley trek to about 2,000m.
“Great day with the wonderful guide Mr. Anand. Strongly recommend if you are looking for a hike in the natural beauty of Munnar”
Munnar’s wild-elephant and waterfall loop: tea gardens, Viripara and Perumbankuthu falls, Tiger Cave, Anakulam river crossing, and elephant viewing.
“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…”
A 4–5 hour guided hike through Munnar’s tea estates and jungle, with breakfast and possible Anaimudi views for about $15.
“We had a great experience with Philip. He is a very professional and knowledgeable guide who shared fascinating insights about nature, wildlife, history, and the local culture of Munnar. Highly recommended!”
Private 3.5-hour Munnar trek through tea plantations to hill views, with snacks, refreshments, and pickup included for $17.
“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.”
A medium-hard 10 km tea plantation trek in Munnar, climbing to 2,100 m for views, fruit, and a guided forest-and-grassland hike.
“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”
Full-day Munnar hike through Lekshmi Hills tea and cardamom forests, shola woods, and wildlife sightings, with lunch, water, and an English guide.
“Probably the best guide I’ve had at this price anywhere in the world. Super knowledgeable about native and cultivated plants. King Raja invited us into his culture in ways that were invaluable.”
Private tea trek above Munnar with an evening start, tea-maker stories, tea-garden walking, bird-watching, and Lakshmi Hills views.
“Good paced hike in the tea plantations, great views, good explanation of tea process and history.”
Jindhagada Trek near Visakhapatnam: ride to Olubidda, coffee plantation and caves, camp on Seethamma Konda, sunrise, stargazing.
“Nice experience overall with group members and trek leaders ravi,poshan,naveen well cared without any hesitations thank you so much for beautiful memories.”
A 4-hour guided trek in Munnar’s Lekshmi Hills with tea plantations, misty valleys, wildlife chances, and small-group views for about $13.
“I loved the tea plantations and the view”
A full-day Munnar trek through tea slopes, grassland, coffee, cardamom, and spice farms with breakfast, lunch, snacks, and guided views.
“Kumar was our guide for this trip and he was really great! Nice walk through the tea fields and up on top of the hills, with some great views along the way! Breakfast and lunch were both provided, and kumar told us about the areas we walked and the plants/animals we saw, as well as…”
A 6–7 hour private day trip from Munnar to Top Station, with dam views, gardens, lakes, and optional boating.
“Basically a ride to the very uninteresting top station via some very interesting stops at viewpoints, dams, lakes, a tea factory. I did it in an auto rickshaw which was perfect. The only thing that spoiled it was my driver said at top station we go back to Munnar now. I said that tRead more”
Early Nandi Hills hike with English guides, breakfast and buffet lunch, temples, silk craft, pottery, and colonial railway stories.
“I can only say positive things about my day out. Excellent communication with lots of info right after booking up to the tour day. On time pick up and a smooth drive with driver Rohan. My guide Tej was knowledgeable, friendly and down-to-Read more”
Private 6-hour Munnar mountain hike through tea gardens, rain-forest, grassland and spices. Water and snacks included. Skip the crowds.
“Fantastic trekking tour, raveendra was an incredible guide who was very knowledgeable about munnar and the tea plantations. The trekking was very enjoyable and the included breakfast was very good.”
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