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Kolukkumalai Tea Estate is located at the Bodinayakanur village in the Theni district of Tamilnadu. It is the highest tea plantation in the world at an altitude of 7900 feet MSL. Without question, Kolukkumalai Tea Estate is one of the most stunning scenic attractions in the country. The estate grows tea in the time-tested tea factory, through the orthodox method.
It will take around 90 minutes to get from Munnar to Kolukkumalai Tea Estate. Due to its height, you can see Kodaikanal from the estate on clear nights. Kolukkumalai is a tiny village in Tamil Nadu’s Theni district, at the boundary of Kerala’s Idukki district. So it’s officially a part of Tamil Nadu but Munnar is the most famous doorway to the Kolukkumalai tea estate. Tea lovers can drink and buy various tea types, which are sold at the outlet store near the old factory.
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Things to do at Kolukkumalai Tea Estate
Trekking, Chinnakanal Waterfalls, Kundala lake, Pampadum Shola National Park
Entry Fee to Kolukkumalai Tea Estate
The entry fee to visit the Kolukkumalai tea estate is INR 75 for adults, and free for children.
Best Time to Visit Kolukkumalai Tea Estate
The best time to visit the Kolukkumalai tea estate is during the winter. The weather from October to March will be perfect to visit the tea garden.
How to Reach Kolukkumalai Tea Estate
This beautiful green estate is approximately 38 kilometers away from Munnar and takes nearly an hour to reach. You can catch a jeep from Munnar town to reach the location.
