Idukki / Munnar
KFDC Eco Camp
Chinthamani KFDC Eco Stay
8 cottages · 24 guests
Munnar high-range forest area, 25 km from Munnar
October to March
Inside forest
₹2500
Chinthamani KFDC eco-stay near Munnar is an award-winning ecotourism facility that received the CII Most Useful Project award. Set in the Munnar high-range forest environment, the stay offers a comfortable forest experience with guided nature walks, birdwatching, and access to several nearby trekking peaks. The award recognition reflects the high standards of management and conservation practices at this facility. It offers a good middle ground between basic FD bungalows and the full KFDC Meesapulimala package.
What's included
Electricity
Mobile signal
Meals included
Guide available
Campfire
Parking
CII award-winning management. Meals included. Guided nature walk daily. Campfire available.
Wildlife & environment
Nilgiri Tahr
leopard
gaur
Malabar giant squirrel
150+ birds
Forest type: Montane shola and tea estate transition forest
Best season: October to March
Avoid: June to August
Trails from this base
Meesapulimala
16 km (round trip) Idukki
Difficult
Anamudi Eravikulam
5–8 km (park trails) Idukki
Moderate
Anamudi Peak
4–8 km (Eravikulam approach trails) Idukki
Difficult
22 km to Meesapulimala trailhead
Important booking notes
Book via KFDC Munnar portal. Award-winning facility. Includes meals and nature walk.
Official Forest Department stay
Rates for Forest Department stays are usually subsidised. Booking normally happens directly with the department or the official portal.
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Emergency — Forest & Rescue
Available 24 hours for lost trekkers, wildlife encounters, medical emergencies
Forest Dept
1926
Fire & Rescue
101
Police
100