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Munnar to Kanthalloor Route

From wet tea hills to a dry sandalwood valley in under two hours.

By Mahesh Kumar R., naturalist Updated 2 min read

At a glance

Distance
45 – 50 km
Time
1.5 – 2 h
Stops
Lakkam falls, Marayoor
Scenery
Tea to sandalwood
Drive
Daylight
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Quick answer

The road from Munnar to Kanthalloor runs about 45–50 km (1.5–2 hours) past the Eravikulam (Rajamalai) entry, Lakkam waterfalls and Marayoor's sandalwood forest before climbing into the Kanthalloor valley. The landscape changes from misty tea estates to drier forest. Drive in daylight and watch for gaur and elephants.

Stops

  • Rajamalai (Eravikulam entry) — seasonal
  • Lakkam waterfalls
  • Marayoor dolmens & jaggery units

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Is the Munnar–Marayoor road good?

Generally good, with hill bends and occasional wildlife crossings.

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