Munnar tea plantations
nature • 5,200 ft
Overview
Location
Munnar, Kerala
Altitude
5,200 ft
Best Time
September to May
Visiting Hours
Sunrise to Sunset
Entry Fee
Free (Included)
Munnar's iconic tea plantations are rolling green hills covered in manicured tea shrubs, presenting a breathtaking landscape that defines the Western Ghats. Originally introduced by British settlers, Munnar is home to some of the highest tea plantations in the world. Walking through the narrow pathways between the tea bushes under a blanket of morning mist is a serene experience. Visitors can watch local tea pluckers at work, visit historic tea museums, and taste fresh cardamom and green tea at source.
Responsible Travel & Etiquette
Do not pluck tea leaves or damage the tea bushes; they are private estate properties
Do not litter in the estates; keep the hills clean and green
Ask permission before photographing the estate workers
Stick to the defined paths and do not wander deep into the private tea hills
FAQs
Can we visit a tea factory?
Yes, there are several estate museums, like the Tata Tea Museum in Nallathanni, where you can watch the tea processing steps and buy premium teas.
Which is the highest tea estate nearby?
Kolukkumalai Tea Estate, located 35 km from Munnar, is famous as the highest organic tea estate in the world.
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