Idukki Tourism

"Eco-village in the western ghats" Idukki Tourism With remains of Chera dynasty, Vembolinad Kingdom, and European plantations in the later years, this rugged hill resort is best known for its wildlife sanctuaries, beautiful bungalows, tea factories, rubber plantations and forests. Idukki's speciality lies in its arch dam which is the largest in the country, and the Anamudi, which is the highest peak in India, south of the Himalayas. Idukki is situated at the top of the Western Ghats surrounded by mountains. The arch dam built across the Kuravan Kurathi mountain is incredible and beyond description. Attached to this dam of 650 feet length and 550 feet height, two other dams are also there in Kulmavu and Cherunthony. This beautiful high range district of Kerala is geographically known for its rugged hills and dense forests. The district headquarters of Idukki is located at Kuyilimala inPainavu. A land-locked district, Idukki is one of the most nature rich areas of Kerala. It is one of the districts in the state which has some wildlife sanctuaries and offers abundant scope for promotion of eco tourism if infrastructure facilities and proper promotional activities are provided. It is also famed for its spice production, tea plantations and rubber cultivation. Download Idukki PDF Guide > What's Great? Spice gardens and Species Plantations. Mountain Trekking. District Tours. Escape resorts. Wildlife Sanctuaries. Elephant rides. What's not so Great? Monsoons are unpredictable and extensive. Zero flight connectivity, the railway network is not closely connected. For Whom Idukki is amazing for people who are nature lovers. An ideal destination for trekking enthusiasts, family vacations, group travellers, friends, and couples looking for a romantic destination. 

The Landlocked district of Nature Concealed beautifully in the superabundant and lush hills, Idukki (meaning a deep gorge in Malayalam) is a picturesque district flourishing between two rocky mountains of Kurava and Kurathy. This second largest district of Kerala is covered with 97 percent of dense forest and rugged mountains, along with an abundant diversity of flora and fauna. If you are a wildlife enthusiast or a green panther, Idukki is the place to be. The Periyar Tiger Reserve, Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary, Eravikulam National Park, and the Thattekad Bird Sanctuary are few of the must-visits of the destination. The quaint district has a lot to offer. Amidst bright tea gardens, clusters of lush green hills and misty valleys lie the famed Munnar Hill station- which once used to be the British Government's summer resort. The Nallathani Tea Museum can be one of the stops to find solace if you are a tea lover. Peermade, Mattuppetty, Grampa and Echo Points are the top tourist attractions of the district of Idukki one must not miss.

Itinerary Day 1:Arrive in Idukki, head to visit the tea estates around the township in Munnar, experience and taste the different varieties of tea of which the town is famous for. You can also visit the Mattuppetty - which has a lake, a dam and a cattle station, 13 km away from Munnar township and take a tour of the surroundings in a boat ride. Day 2:You can opt for forest trekking or wildlife related activities near the mountain slopes of Grampi, Echo point, and Eravikulam National Park. Experience the exciting bamboo rafting, leisure cruise in Periyar. Later indulge yourself in rejuvenating ayurvedic massages to shed off the stress. Day 3:Idukki can also be called as the "Rain's own country" because the tremendous amount of downpour it witnesses throughout the year. Hence, it is a major sight seeing for plenty of waterfalls that one can soothe his soul with. You can visit Chellarkoil, Rainbow, Thommankuthu, Thoovanam, Cheeyappara and Valara Water falls in and around Idukki.

Restaurants and Local Food in Idukki Local Malayalee cuisine found here is both vegetarian and non-vegetarian. The food in 'thattukadas' or small tea shops is especially tasty and will leave your taste buds with the most enjoyable experience. View 3 Restaurants in Idukki >>

Throughout the yearis the best time to visit Idukki Rich in scenic beauty, Idukki is a year-round tourist destination. The township of Idukki has a variable climate when one travels from west to east side of the district. The western part meets with the moderate type of climatic conditions, while the eastern faces cool climate. massive experiences a temperature range of 21 to 27 degrees Celcius while the eastern region meets with a drop in mercury of -1 to 15 degrees Celsius from November to March. The town receives heavy rainfall from the Southwest and Northwest monsoons respectively. The summers in Idukkiare moderately warm and the winters are mild, pleasant to chilly. Monsoons in Idukki should be avoided because it receives very heavy rainfall from June till September. Weather in Idukki Loading... Idukki in Summer (March-May) Idukki experiences a mild to hot summer from March to May. The average temperature varies from 25 degrees Celsius to 30 degrees Celsius, and it can get a bit hot at times. Tourists can enjoy trekking trips through Kulamavu - Dam site and viewpoint, Picnic at Nadukani with friends and family during this period of Summers to enjoy the lush greenery around Idukki. Idukki in Monsoon (June-September) The monsoon season in Idukki starts from the month of June and lasts till September. The western area receives heavy rainfall during this time as compared to the eastern region of the Idukki Township. The rainfall helps in sustaining the lush green landscape as well as the predominantly agricultural cultivation in Idukki. The rain in the township also adds to the 66% of State's Power needs which come from the Hydroelectric Power Projects of Idukki. Idukki in Winter (November-February) Winters in Idukki variates from eastern to western region of the district. The west witnesses pleasant and mild winters with minimum seasonal variations, while the east meets with a temperature drop of 15 to -1 degrees Celsius. The eastern region of Idukki is hence is chillier than the western area of the township. The lush green beauty of the town has some breathtaking views during the winters. Monthly Weather in Idukki Month Avg. Minimum (°C) Avg. Maximum (°C) January 22 32 February 22 33 March 24 35 April 26 38 May 26 37 June 25 36 July 24 34 August 25 35 September 24 35 October 24 34 November 24 32 December 22 31