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Anamudi Peak Munnar is the highest mountain peak in South India, standing at 2,695 metres (8,842 feet) above sea level. Located inside Eravikulam National Park in Kerala’s Idukki district, it is one of the most prominent natural attractions in the Western Ghats.<\/p>\n

The name Anamudi means “elephant’s head,” referring to the mountain’s distinctive shape. The surrounding landscape is home to endangered Nilgiri tahrs, Asian elephants, gaurs and diverse mountain vegetation. Anamudi is also associated with the beautiful Neelakurinji flowers, which typically bloom once every 12 years.<\/p>\n

Although trekking to the actual summit is restricted, visitors can admire the mountain and surrounding grasslands from designated sightseeing areas inside Eravikulam National Park.<\/p>\n

Anamudi Peak Munnar: Entry Fee, Timings & Quick Facts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Height<\/th>\n2,695 metres (8,842 feet)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Location<\/th>\nEravikulam National Park, Idukki, Kerala<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Nearest Town<\/th>\nMunnar<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Distance from Munnar<\/th>\nApproximately 13 km to Rajamala<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Indian Adult Entry Fee<\/th>\n\u20b9200<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Foreign National Entry Fee<\/th>\n\u20b9500<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Entry Timings<\/th>\n8:00 AM – 2:00 PM<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Summit Trekking<\/th>\nRestricted; permission required<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Seasonal Closure<\/th>\nUsually February – March<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Note:<\/strong> Entry fees and timings apply to Eravikulam National Park, not direct access to Anamudi Peak. Please check the official website<\/a> for the latest updates.<\/small><\/p>\n

How to Reach Anamudi Peak from Munnar?<\/h2>\n

Anamudi Peak is situated inside Eravikulam National Park in the Idukki district of Kerala. Visitors can reach the Rajamala tourist area, approximately 13 km from Munnar, by road.<\/p>\n

Travellers can hire a taxi or use local transport to reach the park’s visitor facilities. From there, visitors can follow the designated sightseeing arrangements managed by the park authorities.<\/p>\n

Can you trek to Anamudi Peak?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Anamudi Peak is located within Eravikulam National Park, a protected wildlife area near Munnar. Access to the actual summit is restricted, and tourists cannot undertake an independent summit trek<\/strong>. Independent trekking to Anamudi Peak is not permitted, and special authorization from the Kerala Forest and Wildlife Department is required for any exceptional access. Visitors can experience the mountain from designated viewing areas in the park. Any exceptional trekking permission must be confirmed with the relevant Forest and Wildlife authorities in advance.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Most tourists visit Eravikulam National Park to enjoy panoramic mountain views, rolling grasslands and the opportunity to spot the endangered Nilgiri tahr.<\/p>\n

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Anamudi Entry Fee, Timings and other information<\/h2>\n