Official Kolukkumalai Operator · Suryanelli Base

Kolukkumalai Sunrise Expedition

Sunrise from the world's highest organic tea plantation. 24 hours, 0 ways to stay — Suryanelli base, Munnar.

4.81,200+ guests since 2023Official Suryanelli operator
Guests
2 adults
Free cancellation up to 3 days beforeAll taxes includedor WhatsApp us
🌅 24-hour experience🚙 Jeep safari included🍽️ All meals included

Six ways to do sunrise.

Every stay includes the full 24-hour expedition — trek, safari, meals, campfire. Pick your stay; the experience is the same.

What's Included

Your 24 hours, hour by hour

Whichever stay you pick, the expedition is the same — trek, safari, meals, campfire, sunrise. Here's how it unfolds.

Day 1 — Arrival to Stars

2:00 PM
Check-in at Suryanelli base
Welcome drink, room orientation, trek briefing
5:00 PM
Sunset nature trek
Tea gardens & forest trail · 60–90 min
6:30 PM
Tea & Kerala snacks
Local bondas, banana fritters, masala chai
7:30 PM
Kerala dinner
Veg + non-veg thali, unlimited portions
9:00 PM
Campfire under the stars
Music, conversations, marshmallows

Day 2 — Sunrise to Tea Garden

4:30 AM
Wake-up call
Hot ginger tea at your stay
5:00 AM
Jeep safari uphill
45-min ride to Kolukkumalai summit, 8,530 ft
6:15 AM
Sunrise viewpoint
World's highest organic tea plantation
8:00 AM
Tea factory walk
See how organic Nilgiri tea is made
9:00 AM
Kerala breakfast
Appam, stew, puttu, chutney
11:00 AM
Check-out
Head home or continue to Munnar

After you book

What happens next

1

Secure your date

Pay the booking advance to lock in your date. UPI, cards, or netbanking. The balance is collected when you check in.

2

Open My Booking for everything

Your on-site host's direct line, the campsite Google Maps pin, your check-in time, and the full 24-hour itinerary — all saved to your booking page. Bookmark it. Every update lands there.

3

Let our kitchen know

From the same page, share your veg/non-veg split and any allergies. We cook fresh on-site, so the heads-up matters. Editable up to 24 hours before check-in.

What Our Guests Say

Real experiences from real adventurers

"The sunrise at 8,530 ft was life-changing. Best experience in Kerala!"

Rahul

Bangalore · Sky Deck, Jan 2026

"Perfect weekend getaway. The campfire under the stars was magical."

Priya & Arjun

Mumbai · Adventure Dome, Dec 2025

"Our group of 10 had the time of our lives. The jeep safari is a must!"

Sneha

Chennai · Alpine Tent, Feb 2026

"Private cabin, stunning views, zero hassle. Will come back for our anniversary."

Vikram & Anjali

Delhi · A-Frame Cabin, Jan 2026

Logistics

Quick facts, directions & facilities

Suryanelli, Munnar — 15 km east of Munnar town, on the Kerala–Tamil Nadu border. Everything you need to plan the trip and settle in on arrival.

Check-in
2:00 PM
Check-out
11:00 AM
Kids
Under 10 free
Parking
Free
Safari
Included

How to reach

  • Shared jeep

    ₹100/head — 8 AM to 3 PM from Munnar Junction. Stops at Suryanelli base.

  • Bus + auto

    KSRTC to Munnar → Bus to Power House (₹38) → Share auto to Suryanelli (₹40).

  • Driving yourself

    Safe parking at Suryanelli base camp. Off-road jeep pickup from there to Kolukkumalai — your car stays below.

  • Nearest airports

    Cochin (COK) — 140 km, 4 hrs. Madurai (IXM) — 170 km, 5 hrs.

  • On check-in day

    Arrive at Suryanelli base by 2 PM. We handle all uphill jeep logistics from there.

Facilities & safety

  • Washrooms

    Clean, tiled European-style toilets with 24-hour hot water.

  • Safety

    Fenced compound with 24/7 caretaker. First-aid on-site. Vehicle-free sleeping zone.

  • Meals included

    Welcome tea, dinner, sunrise-return breakfast. Veg & non-veg — share your preference in My Booking.

  • Power & charging

    Charging points in every common area. Grid + backup — 95%+ uptime.

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Common Questions

Before you book.

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