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Munnar to Thekkady – The Scenic Route

Munnar to Thekkady – The Scenic Route
Written by Janani on June 22, 2020

Munnar, one of the best hill stations in South India, is without a doubt the most visited tourist attraction in Kerala. While in Munnar, explore the beautiful destinations and rejuvenate yourself in the sumptuous landscapes. Every tourists’ dream is to experience the natural scenic beauty of the lush green terrains, enjoying a tranquil stay in Munnar. What’s more? Did you know that Thekkady is nearby? Yes, Thekkady is just a 3-hour drive from Munnar. The entire route from Munnar to Thekkady is of high landscapes with mountains, hills, tea manors and Cardamom estates.

Distance from Munnar to Thekkady

These stunning tourist attractions, Munnar and Thekkady, are 85 to 90 km away from each other. The distance is contingent upon the route you pick. Since the distance is 80 km only, you can reach Thekkady in about an hour or two by taking a road trip in one of the routes mentioned later. 

Tea manors in Munar
Source: Google Images

The roads in this route are exceptionally limited and are broken in certain spots, particularly during rainstorms. Also, in this route, there will be a lot of trucks, autos and other vehicles coming the other way. In numerous spots, it gets hard for you to give way for the vehicles coming the other way.

The normal speed you can drive is up to 25 km per hour. The general time taken to drive from Munnar to Thekkady is around 3 hours. This route has a number of streets that are restricted in numerous spots and thus, regardless of whether you drive quickly or not, you will be unable to overtake the vehicle before you!

A deer in Thekkady
Source: Google Images

If it happens to be you, who is driving all the way to Thekkady, drive cautiously and moderately. Make way for all those vehicles that are sounding behind you just when it is safe to do as such. Be extra cautious in monsoon season especially when there’s a downpour or when there is a mist. When the visibility is poor because of haze, stop the vehicle in a sheltered site and wait until the view is clear.

The Picturesque Route

Munnar – Devikkulam – Pooppaara – Udumbanchola – Thekkady

It is indeed true that Munnar to Thekkady is the most excellent and tourist detour in India. This picturesque and lovely course covers Munnar – Devikkulam – Pooppaara – Udumbanchola – Thekkady. This picturesque route is around 100 km and takes a minimum of 4 hours to reach Thekkady. However, this astonishing picturesque excellence along the route justifies the additional drive. 

The most scenic route from Munnar to Thekkady
Source: Google Images

The Fastest Route

Munnar – Chitirapuram – Anachal – Rajakad – Karitode – Nedumkandam – Thekkady

The fastest route to reach Thekkady is through Chitirapuram, Anachal, Rajakad, Karitode and Nedumkandam.

Tea Plantations in Munnar
Source: Google Images

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