Urumbikkara Irumalachi Kallu Tour – 01 Night 02 Days Rs.3000/- Per Person Minimum 5 Pax,Incl Stay,Lunch, Dinner,Breakfast,Transfers from Alleppey/Kottayam Railway Station. Minimum 5 Pax , Sharing accommodation.
About the Irumalachi Kallu Trek with Urumbikkara Stay:
Here is a 2 day 1 night Irumalachikallu trek with Urumbikkara starting from Alleppey/Kottyam. Yendiyar is the base camp of the trek from where you will be easily connected to located at a height of about 1395 meters.
Irumalachikallu trek trek would amuse you definitely, for it is the unspoiled off beat track with enthralling sights around it and then you will also be getting the mind-blowing sunset views from Urumbikkara Top Station on the way. Urumbikkara-Irumallachi Kallu as a destination is reverberating, because of the largely vivacious patches of Cardamom,Coffee,Tea plantations and rhododendron are quite alluring to watch. From 1395 meters height above sea level, one will be entertained by the visibility of Sahayadri mount
ain ranges pretty closer.
This trek is comparatively easy making it suitable for beginners and also for children. Yet, advanced trekkers would also find it quite interesting passing by the thick green forests and watching the Mist-clad peaks at the distance. Normal fitness is only necessity to do this trek and those who love nature deeply would get a feast to their eyes with this closer to nature trek and the sights will be varying depending on the season you choose.
About the destination:
Urumbikkara – Irumallachi hills is located in the south part of idukki district between vagamon and kuttikkanam .It lies at an attitude of 3500 – 4500 ft, above sea level and is graduated by dense wood on either side.Throught the view of irumalachikallu hills and valley,The way to yenthiyar and view from webily,the off-road way with muddy and Rocky paths and ride by Jeep’s all through the way both side are green and the path is covered with trees.
A day to wander aimlessly, to take bath in the streams, make a tent on the hill tops, to feel the rain and the misty clouds, to sleep watching the stars
As we begin to climb upward through the rough roads, the beautiful Yenthiyar– Kootikkal valley could be seen below like an impressionist painting. The light drizzle and the soothing breeze will accompany the way to Urumbikkara. The Pappani waterfalls, which meander through the Jet black rocks, beckon you to enjoy its mesmerizing charm .
Urumbikkara was once laden with lush green tea plantations and rubber estates run by the Britisher J.J Murphy,the father of Rubber Plantation in Kerala . An abandoned tea factory evokes the memories of its colonial past, and the ignored tea plantations.
The real owner of around 1,600 acres of land at Urumbikkara was in fact a Malayali named Raman who purchased the land from Royal family of Poonjar.
It was a delight to see the valley below in the night illumination with Star lit Sky,you could see three to four towns like Yenthayar, Kanjirapalli, Mundakkayam, Koottikkal etc, from the Verandah of Bungalow.
Irumalachi Kallu Trek with Urumbikkara Stay: Highlights:
– The summit views including the high mountain peaks in the Sahayadri range in Idukki district with misty clouds on them are the major highlight of the trek.
– The soothing sound of the pristine waterfall welcomes you to the unending sights of misty hills, green pastures, unique flora and fauna and huge rocks.
– Birding is a favorite activity that keeps inviting nature lovers in plenty to the region.
– Peaceful mountain side picnic can be the best to do with your family watching the blossoms in the Hill ranges with shoal grasslands around.
– Watch the valleys with vibrant plantations of Cardamom, Tea, Coffee, Wild flowers, Natural Streams, Waterfalls mind boggling views
Quick Facts:
Temperature: Day: 10°C to 25°C and Night: -10°C to 15°C
Maximum Altitude: 3500 t o 5000 ft
Difficulty Level: Easy To Moderate
Railway Station: Kottayam is the nearest railway station
Airport: Kochi International Airport,Kochi
Base Camp: Yenthiyar(2 hrs drive from Kottayam)
ATM: Last ATM is in Mundakayam, around 14 km before Yenthiyar.
How to reach Urumbikkara : Urumbikkara is 73 km from Kottayam town,95 Km from Alleppey and one can reach there by taking the Mundakkayam– Kootikkal–Vembly road….
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Transportation can be availed complementary from Kottayam/Alleppey. Also it can availed at an extra cost from Kochi Airport/Railway Station
Itinerary
Day 1 –Alleppey/Kottyam – Urumbikara(1395m) (Drive / 2.5 – 3 hrs)
After your arrival at the Alleppey/Kottayam railway station at 7 in the morning, you will begin the drive along the hill towns of Kanjirapally,Mundakayam arriving at Yenthiyar.From there you will transferred on four wheel drive Jeeps which takes about 45 Minutes we reached the Majestic Urumbikkara Bungalow.In the evening, you will be leaving for a short hike by the side of the plantation resort and nearby locations.Overnight in the Plantation Bungalow rooms.
Day 2 – Urumbikara(1350m) – Irumalachi Kallu(1650m) (Drive / 1. 5 hrs ) ( Trek / 3 hrs)
The journey for the day starts the trek to Irumalachi Rock with a transfer by Jeep from Bungalow to the Cardamom Processing centre which is the Base of Trek. Trek approach is steady and gentle with few stops to have the feeling of the wonderful stretch with so good Air; will have some Sandwiches and fruits which will console some of the starving souls.
You can extent the trek to MadammaKulam. From here, you will be retracing your steps back to Urumbikara, and then drive back to Kottayam/Alleppey Via Yenthiyar.
Package Includes
- All accommodation during the trek
- Guest House, Homestay or Camps
- Traditional Kerala Food at the Bungalow stay
- Trek
- Four wheel Jeep ride
- Plantation/Camping stays
- Transportation to and from Kottayam/Alleppey/Kochi at an additional cost
Things To Carry
- Warm clothes like windproof jackets, fleece/full sleeve sweater in winters, thermals, woollen cap and socks, mittens and scarf
- Comfortable clothes like tee-shirts, trousers or tracks
- Raincoat or poncho to avoid rains
- Walking stick or trekking pole
- Comfortable trekking or hiking shoes
Advisory
- Pay heed to the trek guides and instructors in order to enjoy a safe and sound trek.
- Do not disturb the local life while trekking.
- Do not encourage trekking during the nights; this might lead to unforeseen mishaps.
- Avoid using earphones during the trek; this might hinder your audibility.
- Avoid using plastic bags and maintain the ecological balance of the destinations.
- If cancellations are made 30 days before the start date of the trip, 25% of total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees.
- If cancellations are made 15-30 days before the start date of the trip, 50% of total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees.
- If cancellations are made within 0-15 days before the start date of the trip, 100% of total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees.
Cancellation Policy
Refund Policy
- The applicable refund amount will be processed within 10 business days
Confirmation Policy
- The customer receives a confirmation voucher via email within 24 hours of successful booking
- In case the preferred slots are unavailable, an alternate schedule of the customer’s preference will be arranged and a new confirmation voucher will be sent via email.
- Alternatively, the customer may choose to cancel their booking and a full refund will be processed.
