Through Pollachi, into the dry Chinnar forest and up past Marayoor's sandalwood to Munnar's tea. A different ride from the Kochi one.
Distance148 kmApprox. distance
Riding time~4 hrsApprox. ride time
Best seasonSep – MayIdeal time to ride
DifficultyIntermediateOverall rating
Ride details
Road typeNH 83, then the Udumalpet–Munnar road
Road conditionMixed conditions
Fuel availabilityLimited
Best forSolo riders & groups
Plan for1 day
Places to stayEasy to find
Fuel stopsApprox. 25
MechanicsApprox. 5
HospitalsApprox. 154
Mixed conditions
Good roads through Pollachi. The forest stretch through Chinnar is narrow, with elephants and gaur, so ride it in daylight. After Marayoor the road climbs through tight bends to Munnar and gets busy near town.
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