As the fogs roll into silent valleys atop the Western Ghats, you can feel the mysticism of Munnar enveloping the air around you. As the highest point in South India, Munnar is the perfect location to get magical glimpses of the setting and rising sun.
For travelers looking for an escape from the bustle of daily life, Munnar offers cool temperatures, lush greenery, amazing treks, gorgeous stays, and memories that you will cherish for a lifetime to come.
Munnar is a large expanse with plenty to explore, and there are many hidden spots and treks that have the potential to be extremely memorable and serene. This blog will walk you through the different spots in Munnar to get a glimpse at the best sunrises in South India.
The Kolukkumalai Sunrise Points in Munnar is a true testament to nature’s bounty. The cold air that blows across this peak gives all travelers a chance to calm their minds, laying focus on captivating sights that are sure to instill serenity deep into their active minds.
The best time to visit Kolukkumalai’s sunrise point is between 5:30 AM and 6:00 AM. As dawn creeps through the misty skyline, you can feel the rays of the sun kiss your cheeks with warmth and comfort.
If you start trekking in the early morning, around 4:45 AM, you can graciously make it to the top in time to witness an epic sunrise. The orange glows of the first rays will break across the rippling hills of Kolukkumalai to give you a first-hand look at nature’s majesty.
The top station in Munnar is a great location to go trekking in the early morning. For people who like adventure, there is nothing better than getting up before the sun in order to chase down the sunlight at the peak of a premium destination in the Rolling Hills of Munnar.
That’s not all there is to do at the top station. It is also a place where people from all walks of life can come to enjoy a decadent sunrise at the top of South India’s highest location. Not only is it a great destination for trekking, but it’s also a fantastic location for curious travelers looking to explore by jeep or by other vehicles.
We talked about some of the highest peaks in Munnar, from which sunrises are unlike any other place on earth. However, due to frequent traveler visits, both the top station and Kolukkumalai sunrise point are extremely crowd-packed in the daytime; even if you wake up before the crack of dawn, there is a chance that by the time you reach the peak, it will already be packed with other side years, waiting to catch their own glimpse of the rising sun.
How do you overcome this race to the peak— don’t worry; there’s more than one peak in Munnar. One of the quieter and more tranquil experiences of sun rises in Munnar can be found in the Pothamedu viewpoint in Munnar.
Being locked and surrounded by the mystic forest around Munnar. This viewpoint is the perfect spot to sit, relax, and take in the sounds of nature as a ray of the rising sun graces your presence.
If you are someone who enjoys a stay that is close to nature, then Blackberry Hills should be your next destination. That doesn’t mean that you will ever feel like you have been deprived of that majestic sunset that everybody yearns for when they cross the thresholds of an inviting Munnar.
The Chokramudi peak is located very close to Blackberry Hills, making it the closest destination for the perfect sunrise. You can wake up in the warmth of your bed in Blackberry Hills and take a leisurely stroll to the start of Chokramudi Peak.
You can even take a guided tour from our reception and make your way to the top of this excellent peak to gaze at the majestic sunset that is an inherent part of the full Munar experience.
If you are someone who is hunting for the perfect panoramic view of unlimited greenery stretching as far as the eye can see, then Echo Point is your next spot.
The sunrise isn’t the only majestic thing about the spot. The Echo Point is also known for its natural echo from which it gets its name.
Visitors to Echo Point can shout at the top of their lungs just to hear their voice reverberated right back to them across the majestic hills that line this sunrise spot in Munnar.
Echo Point is also a beloved picnic spot for travelers from near and far. As you track up to the peak of the echo point, you can take a look at the tea plantations and spice gardens that line the views below. It is the perfect spot to take magnificent pictures to commemorate your time in Munnar.
If we’re talking about the best sunrises in Munnar, the conversation would be incomplete if we do not mention Anamudi Peak. Being known as one of the highest points on Munnar’s landscape, this peak stretches higher above the clouds to give you a surreal view of the immense landscape that lies below.
On a good day, a tourist who visits Anamudi Peak can look down and see a wide expanse of green lush and rolling hills that stretch far across the horizon, and if they look close enough and listen hard enough—they can also hear the footsteps and flutters of nature’s majesty taking hold all across Munnar.
This is the ultimate destination for backpackers and travelers who choose to make Munnar their next travel destination. It’s perfect for trekking. It is picturesque, and the air surrounding this majestic peak is silent and calm enough to help lost travelers realign themselves in both body and spirit.
If you’re looking to catch a sunrise in Munnar, then timing is essential. Depending on where you’re staying and how far the peak is from your location, you will have to plan your day accordingly.
It’s ideal to have a local guide with you who can instruct you on exactly how long the trek will take, how long it will take you to get to the starting point and the exact duration it will take to get back down once you’ve experienced your sunset or sunrise.
Ideally, if you’re looking to catch the first glimpse of sunrise, it is advised that you try to reach the peak around 5:45 AM to 6:30 AM in the morning— this is the sunrise time in Munnar. It’s important that you take time to check weather reports and other obstructions that could limit the visibility of your sunrise or stop you from seeing it altogether
Anyone who plans to visit Munnar should not go on this trip without knowing some key tips and recommendations for vacation in Munnar. These tips will help you make the most of your trip without compromising its quality or its impact on your life and well-being as a whole.
The best kind of stay in Munnar is one that embraces all the finer things in life without abandoning the natural setting on which it is built we are talking about Blackberry Hills.
Nestled in the comfort of Munnar’s wide and expansive landscape, Blackberry Hills offers comfortable experiences that are eco-friendly and sustainable. Doubling as a home to flora and fauna that are Indigenous to the region, our humble nature resort in Munnar is the perfect place to experience nature in its truest form.
If you are thinking of visiting Munnar, visit our website to learn more or contact us to book your stay.
