Famous for its lush valleys, misty hills, and sprawling tea gardens, Munnar is a budget-friendly destination that caters to all types of travelers. From backpacker-friendly stays, affordable accommodations for families and kids, to economical retreats for couples, Munnar has it all! Find out the average Munnar trip cost including stay, meals, transport, and more.

With comfortably budget hotels starting at ₹1,000 per night, dirt-cheap local transport, economical airfare, pocket-friendly local cuisine, a trip to Munnar, if planned right, won’t burn a hole in your wallet. We’ve put together a mini guide covering all essential expenses to help you plan a cost-effective trip to the Queen of the Hills in the South.

Munnar trip cost – What you need to know?

The Munnar one day trip cost is about ₹6,000 for two people. This cost includes a budget 3-star accommodation, local transportation in a private car, meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner), and sightseeing (entry fee).

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Here’s a breakdown of the expected expenditure in Munnar in one day:

• Accommodation (3-star with complimentary breakfast): ₹1,000 – ₹3,000
• Transportation (private cab): ₹1,500 – ₹4,000
• Food (lunch and dinner): ₹600 – ₹1,200
• Sightseeing and other activities: ₹300 to ₹1,200

NOTE:

• These are estimated figures and might vary depending on individual preferences, travel season, trip dates, and other circumstances.
• These estimates do not include the cost of shopping.
• The transportation cost indicated here is for a private cab, a preferred method of transport in Munnar for couples and families. The average cost of public transport varies from ₹100 to ₹500 for two people in one day.

Accommodation cost in Munnar- The major part of Munnar Trip Cost

Munnar offers a range of budget, mid-range, and luxury hotels, resorts, homestays, guest houses, and hostels, depending on your budget, trip type, location preference, and proximity to tourist attractions.

You can also choose from many of Munnar’s glamping resorts and eco-retreats for a more immersive stay in its natural surroundings. These may be a bit pricey, considering the lavish experiences and amenities they offer.

Average tariff of hotels in Munnar:

• 2-star/3-star budget hotels: ₹700 – ₹3,000
• 3-star/4-star mid-range hotels: ₹3,500 – ₹8,000
• 5-star luxury hotels/resorts: ₹10,000 – ₹32,000

Most hotels and resorts in Munnar offer a free stay for kids. If you’re traveling with your family and kids, make sure you call ahead and confirm the same from your hotel.

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Transportation cost to Munnar

Airfare to Kochi, the nearest city to Munnar with an international airport, depends entirely on where you’re flying from and in which part of the year.

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Here are some estimated airfares (one-way) from different Indian cities to Kochi International Airport in the peak travel season in Munnar (October to March).

• Delhi to Kochi: ₹7,400
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• Chennai to Kochi: ₹4,000-  How to Plan your Trip from Chennai to Munnar– –
• Bangalore to Kochi: ₹3,000- Bangalore to Munnar Trip
• Hyderabad to Kochi: ₹4,500- Best Way to Travel From Hyderabad to Munnar
• Trivandrum to Kochi: ₹3,000 –

Local transport in Munnar

You can reach Munnar from Kochi or other nearby cities by bus, train, or taxi. Kochi to Munnar trip cost by private taxis might cost between ₹2,500 to ₹4,000 (for two to four people for a one-way trip).

For traveling within Munnar, local taxis charge around ₹1,500 to ₹3,000 for a day’s sightseeing tour which may include 4-5 tourist attractions, shopping, and transfers to and from the hotel.

It’s always better to opt for Munnar tour packages with private transfers so that you do not have to worry about looking for transport options on the spot and bear excessive travel costs of pricey cabs, especially if you’re traveling with family and kids.

If you’re budget conscious, you can choose to travel around in a public bus. KSRTC bus tickets start at ₹15 per person, and can amount to somewhere between ₹150 to ₹200 for one day depending on the places you cover.

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Cost of food in Munnar

Kerala’s local cuisine is available in abundance in Munnar and won’t burn a hole in your pocket. You can have a hearty breakfast, lunch, and dinner each for ₹100 to ₹300 per person.

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Several notable local restaurants and establishments in Munnar offer popular Kerala fare, such as idlis, vadas, appams, karimeen polichattu, sadya, and more, at nominal rates.

If you’re looking for fine dining, Munnar has various high-end restaurants too! In the latter, the price per person might vary from ₹500 to ₹2,000.

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Munnar sightseeing & outdoor activities

Engaging in sightseeing and the many adventure activities in Munnar is mostly inexpensive. Entry tickets and popular activities like boating don’t cost much.

Here are some popular attractions you can visit and their entry fee structure:

• Tea Museum: ₹75 for adults; ₹75 for kids
• Eravikulam National Park: ₹125 for adults; ₹95 for kids; ₹45 for camera
• Mattupetty Dam: ₹10 for entry; ₹300-₹700 for boating; ₹50 for horse riding
• Kundala Lake: Free entry; ₹100-₹200 for boating
• Top Station: Free entry; ₹20 for Viewing Platform 1; ₹25 for 2nd Viewing Platform 2
• Attukad Waterfalls: Free entry; ₹100 guided hiking tours
• Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary: ₹10 for adults; ₹5 for kids; ₹25 for kids; ₹200 for guided trekking; ₹2,000 for Jeep safari

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Shopping in Munnar

Shopping is an integral part of any trip and Munnar doesn’t disappoint!

There are loads of artistic handicrafts, souvenirs, and locally sourced products you can take back home from here.

Tea products cost about ₹100-₹500 at the KDHP outlets and Tata Tea Museum outlets. You can buy handicrafts like essential oils, herbal products, naturally dyed cloth, and handmade paper at the Munnar local market or Mattupetty Dam Bazaar. They could cost you somewhere between ₹50 to ₹2,000 per item.

Locally sourced items and local produce like freshly made jams, pickles, Kerala spices, coffee, and handmade chocolates could cost you between ₹10 to ₹500 per item.

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Personalized Munnar tour packages

Munnar holiday packages tend to vary depending on the trip duration, the places one wishes to cover, the kind of transport one opts for, and the kind of hotels selected.

With options of budget, luxury, and mid-range tours, there are plenty of Munnar tour packages that you can choose from. Here are a few with prices.

• Standard 2 nights 3 days tour package to Munnar with transfers to and from Kochi: ₹8,700 per person
• Ultra-luxury 6 nights 7 days Munnar tour package with Kochi, Athirapally, Thekkady & Alleppey: ₹102,800 per person
• Honeymoon Special 6 nights 7 days Munnar package with Kumarakom & Alleppey houseboat tour: ₹80,000 per person

Tips to enjoy a Munnar trip in budget

You can greatly lower your Munnar trip cost by following some simple guidelines.

• Travel to Munnar in the off-season (March to May) or shoulder season (June to September) to fetch big discounts and deals on hotels, transport, airfare, and more.
• Pick budget stays in convenient locations for better accessibility to markets and tourist attractions.
• Ditch high-end restaurants and taste the real Kerala cuisine at local, inexpensive establishments, like toddy shops.
• Use public transportation to commute. KSRTC buses are very reliable, comfortable, and timely in Munnar. Shared taxis are also a cheap option.
• Opt for attractions and experiential activities that are free of cost, rather than following the crowd to expensive, touristy places. Many waterfalls, viewing points, tea estates, lakes, and dams offer free entry and activities like boating and trekking at negligible costs.
• Look for discounted group trips and hotels offering combo coupons to save big on stays, transport, and entry tickets to attractions.

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All in all, the Munnar trip cost depends on the kind of holiday you seek. The key is to plan ahead and research well. Or you can simply reach out to our team at Munnar Holidays and let us plan you a kickass tour keeping your budget limitations and preferences in mind. That way, you get to enjoy the lush serenity and beauty of Munnar in budget!