Monday, March 1, 2010

MUNNAR- IDUKKI DIST (KERALA)


MUNNAR - KERALA


Munnar is a town located in the Idduki district of Kerala state, situated in the south Western Ghats of India, name Munnar is believed to be derived from the Malayalam/Tamil words Munu (three) and aaru (river), referring to the town's strategic location at the confluence of the Muthirappuzha, Nallathanni and Kundaly rivers. Essentially a pass ; the area around Munnar is surrounded by vast jungles and remains wet and cold during most of the year. Sprawling tea plantations, picture book towns, winding lanes, trekking and holiday facilities make Munnar a unique experience for the tourist and traveller. Munnar is essentially a tea town.

PLACES OF VISIT

a. Kundala Lake.
b. Madupetty Dam.
c. Echo point.
d. Top Station.
e. Rajamalai National Park.

ACTIVITIES:

a. Leisure visit.
b. Boating.
c. Camping.
d. Trekking.
e. Campfire.

ITINERARY:

Day 01
2000hrs- Departure from Bangalore.

Day 02
1030hrs- Check into hotel, refresh after briefing, go for leisure visit and camp out. O/night stay in tents.

Day 03
After morning refresh, go for trekking to the highest point of Munnar via tea estates.
After lunch. Departure to Bangalore.

Day 04
Early morning arrive at Bangalore.

Note: The itinerary is subject to change.

TANNUR LAKE - MANDYA DIST










TANNUR LAKE

Located 160kms away from Bangalore,at Mandya district. The Lake is surrounded by a Dam on one side, a sand beach on other side and other two sides are surrounded by fields. It is a reservoir of River Hemavathy. It also lies at the periphery of Melukote wildlife sanctuary.

ACTIVITIES:


a. Rappelling or Abseiling.
b. Boating (Depending upon availability)
c. Multi Vine traversing.
d. Vine traversing.
e. Bonfire.
f. Camping.
g. Barbeque.
h. Team games.

ITINERARY: (Day outing)



  • 0700hrs- Departure from Bangalore - (Convene from common point)
  • (3hrs journey- b/fast on the way)
  • 1030hrs- Arrive at the base camp. Briefing- do's & don't's.
  • 1100hrs- Abseiling and vine traversing.
  • 1330hrs- Lunch break.
  • 1530hrs- Boat ride.
  • 1630hrs- Tea & snacks.
  • 1700hrs- Fun games.
  • 1800hrs- Departure from here.
  • 2130hrs- Arrive at Bangalore.


(OVERNIGHT CAMPS)
DAY 01


  • 0700hrs- Departure from Bangalore - (Convene from common point)
  • (3hrs journey- b/fast on the way)
  • 1030hrs- Arrive at the base camp. Briefing- do's & don't's.
  • 1100hrs- Abseiling and vine traversing.
  • 1330hrs- Lunch break.
  • 1530hrs- Boat ride.
  • 1630hrs- Tea & snacks.
  • 1700hrs- Fun games.
  • 1800hrs- Tent erecting & campfire building.
  • 1900hrs- Campfire & Barbeque.


Day 02


  • 0630hrs- Wake up & ablutions.
  • 0700hrs- Nature Trail.
  • 1000hrs- Visit to Local Jaggery granery.
  • 1230hrs- Departure from here.
  • Lunch on the way.
  • 1730hrs- Arrive at Bangalore.


Note: The itinerary is subject to change.