Eravikulam National Park, Munnar

Eravikulam National Park, also known as Rajamala National Park, is located 13 km away from Munnar town. This park is administered under Kerala Forest and Wildlife Department and became a national park in 1978. Eravikulam National Park is a 97 km² national park located along the Western Ghats, Kerala. Anamudi, the highest peak of South India, is located in this park. The view of the valley from here is fabulous and offers a satisfying trip for tourists.

The region is home to three main types of vegetation: shola woods, shrublands, and grasslands. The grasslands mostly cover the high plateaus and hills that encircle the park, with the shrubland becoming more noticeable around the foot of the cliffs. The valleys between hills and plateaus are home to the Shola forests. The northwest and southwest sections of the park are separated by Turner's Valley, the deepest valley in the area.

Eravikulam National Park is famous for: This park holds the largest viable population of Tahr, several other species of rare animals, birds, and butterflies.

Specialties in Eravikulam National Park: Rajamala is the tourism zone of Eravikulam National Park and is a place where one can see Nilgiri Tahr at close quarters. The tourism zone will be closed in the calving season during Feb – March every year. Visitors can get assured sighting of Nilgiri Tahr, feel the kurinji, and experience the shola grassland ecosystem. Visitors will be picked from 5th Mile on safari buses and dropped back. The park has restaurants, eco shops, and an amenity centre.

Ticket Fee of Eravikulam National Park or Rajamala:

Indian Adults – 200/-, Kids -150/-, Foreign Nationals – 500/-, Ordinary Camera – 50/-, Video Camera – 350/-

Online booking: www.revikulamnationalpark.in
Book through WhatsApp: send "hai" to +918547603222

How to reach Eravikulam National Park:
The park is accessible from Kochi (Kerala) and Coimbatore (Tamil Nadu) Airports, which are located at about 148 km and 175 km respectively. Munnar, the nearest town (13 km) is well connected by roads from Kerala and Tamil Nadu. The nearest Railway Station in Kerala is Aluwa (120 km) and Coimbatore (160 km) in Tamil Nadu.

Is Rajamala open now?
Yes, The Eravikulam National Park is open.

How many hours you can spend in Eravikulam National Park?
Around 2 hours are needed to visit the whole national park. After taking the bus, we can see the wonderful views of the mountain, Shola forest, etc. When we reach the top of the destination, we can experience the fascinating beauty of Eravikulam National Park.

When is the Closing period of Eravikulam National Park?
Every year sometime during February-March, which is the calving season, the park remains closed to the public.

When is the Best Season to visit Eravikulam National Park?
The best season to visit Eravikulam National Park is from September to May.

Are pets allowed in Eravikulam National Park?
Inside the Park, do not keep pet animals, firearms, traps, poisonous or any other substances which are injurious to the wildlife.

What are the Specialties Of Nilagir Tahr?
Nilagiri Tahr, (Scientific name; Nilgiritragus hylocrius). Is one of the few species of Mountain Caprinae and the only Tahr, which is adapted to Cold & Wet tropical Environment. The male Tahr will be bigger and darker than the female one.

Neelakurinji and Eravikulam National Park
The blooming of the Neelakurinji flower, which appears once every 12 years, can only be viewed here in Munnar.

About Anamudi
Anamudi is the highest peak in the Western Ghats and in South India, at an elevation of 2,695 metres (8,842 ft). It is located in the southern region of Eravikulam National Park at the junction of the Cardamom Hills, the Anaimalai Hills, and the Palani Hills.

Facilities Available:

• Parking Available
• Entrance fee
• Toilet Available
• Food available for purchase
• Camera/Video allowed (extra chargeable)
• Resting & sitting area available
• Wearing of shoes allowed

Dos & DON’TS:

• While on safari, sighting of wildlife is absolutely based on chance; not certain.
• Carrying of food and beverage items into the Park is prohibited.
• Do not litter the park; leave your footprints only.
• Smoking, consumption of alcohol and other contrabands inside the Park is prohibited.
• Feeding, teasing, disturbing wild animals is strictly prohibited.
• While inside the Park, do not keep pet animals, firearms, traps, poisonous or any other substance which is injurious to the wildlife.
• Do not play music, honk or speak loudly and carry plastic materials inside the park as the Park is a Plastic free zone.