25 Mesmerizing Hill Stations in South India That You Must Visit

25 Mesmerizing Hill Stations in South India That You Must Visit

Hill Stations of South India

Munnar, Coorg, Ooty, Coonoor, Kodaikanal, Vythiri, Devikulam, Yercaud, Ponmudi, Araku Valley, and many more.

Hill stations in South India are known for their lush greenery and wildlife. This is just the reason that you should visit these hill stations. They are part of the Western Ghats.

The hill stations in South India are scenic places from where you can see endless landscapes and do some exciting activities. You can have a relaxing holiday in these hill stations. So pack your travel bags and get ready to go on an exciting adventure.

Here is the list of hill stations in South India:

• 1.) Munnar
• 2.) Coorg
• 3.) Ooty
• 4.) Coonoor
• 5.) Kodaikanal
• 6.) Vythiri
• 7.) Devikulam
• 8.) Yercaud
• 9.) Ponmudi
• 10.) Araku Valley
• 11.) Nandi Hills
• 12.) Idukki
• 13.) Kudremukh
• 14.) Shevaroy Hills
• 15.) Vagamon
• 16.) Wayanad
• 17.) Chikmagalur
• 18.) Yelagiri
• 19.) Kotagiri
• 20.) Kemmangundi
• 21.) Horsley Hills
• 22.) Ananthagiri Hills
• 23.) Cardamom Hills
• 24.) Matanga Hill
• 25.) Gavi

These are 25 mesmerizing hill stations in South India that you must visit.

01.) Munnar

Tea gardens, sun-kissed hills, lush green forests, and incredible wildlife is what define Munnar most appropriately. Munnar ranks among the finest hill stations in Kerala. The landscapes here are picturesque and consist of rolling hills, cascading waterfalls, green grasslands, dense tropical forests, and tea estates. You will find here rare creatures like the Nilgiri Tahr and giant squirrel. You can visit so many wildlife sanctuaries and national parks here.

• What to do: Trekking, tasting tea, wildlife safari, boating, camping, elephant safari, exploring tea gardens, Ayurveda therapies, spa, shopping, tree house stay.
• Where to go: Eravikulam National Park, Echo Point, Kundala Lake, Chinnakanal Waterfalls, Lakkom Water Falls, Attukad Waterfalls.
• When to travel: September till May.
• How to reach via train: Kochi and Kottayam are the nearest railway stations.
• How to reach via flight: Kochi (130 km) and Madurai (142 km) are the nearest airports.

02.) Coorg

The hill station of Coorg is also famous as the Scotland of India. Mountains, waterfalls, coffee plantations, and misty forests…. are just some of the things that make Coorg so very enchanting. But there is a culture here and history as well. You can visit Madikeri Fort, or participate in festivals of the tribal people. Coorg is worth visiting for its stunning landscapes. You can do so much here in addition to nature walks and trekking.

• What to do: Trekking, hiking, fishing, bathing elephants, wildlife safari, river rafting, coffee plantations walks, camping, bird watching, Ayurvedic massage
• Where to go: Madikeri Fort, Abbey Falls, Dubare Elephant Camp, Raja’s Seat, Talakaveri Temple, Omkareshwara Temple, Honnamana Kere Lake, Nagarhole National Park
• When to travel: November till February
• How to reach via train: Mysore is the nearest railway station.
• How to reach via flight: Bangalore is the nearest airport.

03.) Ooty

There can be hardly a person who has not heard about Ooty, the famous hill station in Tamil Nadu. Ooty is famous as the Queen of Hill Stations. Ooty is very popular for its lakes, waterfalls, coffee, and tea plantations, meadows, and thick jungles. This hill station is famous for its mountain railway which is called Nilgiri Mountain Railway. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Honeymoon couples love Ooty for its romantic charm.

• What to do: Boating, tasting tea and coffee, camping, trekking, botanical gardens, waterfalls, nature walks, toy train ride
• Where to go: Avalanche Lake, Rose Garden, St. Stephen’s Church, Emerald Lake, Ooty Lake, Deer Park, Dolphin’s Nose, Toda Huts, Stone House, Mudumalai National Park, The Tea Factory and the Tea Museum.
• When to travel: October till June
• How to reach via train: Mettupalayam is 47 km from Ooty and is connected to Chennai and Coimbatore via direct trains.
• How to reach via flight: Coimbatore (105 km) is the nearest airport.

04.) Coonoor

Coonoor is among the best hill stations in South India. This hill station is in the state of Tamil Nadu. Coonoor is famous for its gardens, flowering plants, tea estates, and exotic birds. This is the second-largest hill station in the Nilgiri Mountains. There are serene valleys, tropical jungles, misty mountains, ravines, and birdlife. The waterfalls here are quite famous for their mesmerizing cascades and scenic beauty. Bird watchers can spot several birds here in the woods. The real charm of Coonoor lies in its tranquillity and trekking trails that go deep into the jungles.

• What to do: Trekking, bird watching, waterfalls, toy train ride, tea, and coffee tasting, picnics
• Where to go: Droog Fort, Sim’s Park, Hidden Valley, Lamb’s Rock, Highfield Tea Estate, Law’s Falls, All Saint’s Church, Wellington Lake, St. George’s Church, Ketti Valley, Rallia Dam
• When to travel: October till March
• How to reach via train: Coonoor comes on the toy train route from Mettupalayam and Ooty.
• How to reach via flight: Coimbatore is the nearest airport and is 68 km away from Coonoor.

05.) Kodaikanal

Kodaikanal is one of those hill stations in South India where you can enjoy the breathtaking natural beauty. This natural beauty has made it famous as The Princess of Hills. Lakes, meadows, mountain views, rivers, waterfalls, thick forests, and serene valleys lend spectacular landscapes to Kodaikanal. There are spectacular viewpoints from which to see the mesmerizing landscapes. Go boating, trekking, or just relax in a tranquil environment. This is the charm of Kodaikanal that you should experience on your visit.

• What to do: Boating, nature walks, exploring caves, photography from viewpoints, waterfalls, temple visits, relaxing in gardens and parks, shopping for spices, trekking.
• Where to go: Kodaikanal Lake, Coaker’s Walk, Bear Shola Falls, Pillar Rocks, Berijam Lake, Bryant Park, Silent Valley View Point, Kurinji Andavar Temple, Guna Caves, Kodaikanal Pine Forest.
• When to travel: October to March
• How to reach via train: Kodai Road (80 km) and Palani (64 km) are the nearest railway stations.
• How to reach via flight: Madurai is the nearest airport.

06.) Vythiri

You will feel like entering a rustic hamlet when you visit Vythiri. It has a laid-back charm that few hill stations can boast of. Vythiri has all the features that make it so charming. It has waterfalls, gently sloping mountain peaks, pastures, meadows, tree houses, wildlife sanctuaries, lakes, and scenic landscapes. You can stay here in elegant cottages or tree houses and feel the lap of nature. There is trekking to be done and so many more activities.

• What to do: Trekking, boating, kayaking, wildlife safari, waterfalls
• Where to go: Pookot Lake, Chembra Peak, Banasura Dam, Lakkidi View Point, Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary, Kanthanpara Waterfalls, Karalad Lake, Soochipara Falls
• When to travel: From October till May.
• How to reach via train: Vythiri comes en route from Calicut (60 km) to Bangalore, and from Mysore (150 km).
• How to reach via flight: Calicut is the nearest airport, and it is 85 km from Vythiri.

07.) Devikulam

Devikulam is very close to Munnar and it is a small hill station with picturesque beauty. The pristine natural beauty in Devikulum attracts many tourists. The scenic landscapes in Devikulam that you can view from various viewpoints speak for themselves. Devikulam Lake is believed to be the lake where Sita, of the Ramayana, bathed. It is a sacred lake and its waters are said to have healing properties. Devikulam is famous for its tea plantations, waterfalls, dense jungles, and tribal culture.

• What to do: Tasting tea in plantations, nature walks, spice plantation tours, waterfalls, jungle safari, boating, and viewpoints.
• Where to go: Devi Lake, Thoovanam Falls, Mattupetty Dam, Idukki National Park, Kundala Lake, Keezharkuthu Falls, Blossom International Park, Anayirankal Lake.
• When to travel: From October till February.
• How to reach via train: Kottayam (132 km) is the nearest railway station.
• How to reach via flight: Cochin (149 km) is the nearest airport.

08.) Yercaud

Yercaud is the nearest hill station to Bangalore. This hill station is blessed with incredible landscapes. It has lakes, dense jungles, winding roads cutting across the mountains, coffee plantations, and gardens. All this natural beauty has made it famous as the ‘Ooty of the Poor’. Yercaud is best known for its orange gardens and scenic roads. You can come here for a scenic drive in your car and feel the bliss of nature all around you. Scenic points offer you beautiful views of the mountain landscapes.

• What to do: Boating, nature treks, ziplining, viewpoints, forest hikes, scenic car drives.
• Where to go: Yercaud Lake, 32-km Loop Road, Silk Farm, Rose Garden, Bears Cave, Kottachedu Teak Forest, Tipperary View Point, Pagoda Point, Deer Park
• When to travel: From October to February.
• How to reach via train: Salem Junction (36 km) is the nearest railway station.
• How to reach via flight: Trichy (163 km) is the nearest airport.

09.) Ponmudi

Ponmudi has several nicknames such as Ooty of South Kerala and Kashmir of Kerala. This hill station is incredibly beautiful and ranks in the list of the most scenic hill stations in South India. You can drive on hairpin bends, rivers, and gushing streams, view gardens and forests, and spot some wildlife on the way to Ponmudi. It is a hill station at an altitude of 1100 meters and it offers a cool climate all year round. Ponmudi is blessed with sublime landscapes, trekking trails, wildlife, waterfalls, valleys, and green meadows.

• What to do: Wildlife safari, waterfalls, scenic drives, canoeing, rafting, paragliding, trekking, museum visits, and boat races
• Where to go: Koyikkal Palace, Peppara Wildlife Sanctuary, Mankkayam Falls, Golden Valley, Kallar, Shenduruny Wildlife Sanctuary, Meenmutty Waterfalls, Agasthyakoodam, Neyyar Dam.
• When to travel: From November till March.
• How to reach via train: Thiruvananthapuram Central Railway Station (67 km) is the nearest railway station.
• How to reach via flight: Thiruvananthapuram International Airport (67 km) is the nearest airport.

10.) Araku Valley

Araku Valley is in the Eastern Ghats and is one of the spectacular hill stations in Andhra Pradesh. It is located at an altitude of 2900 feet and is best for scenic views and an awesome climate. This hill station is the least explored, but also unmatched in its natural beauty. You will come across waterfalls, coffee plantations, and evergreen forests teeming with wildlife, gardens, and other attractions. Coffee is special here, and so it’s the tribal culture.

• What to do: waterfalls, trekking, botanical gardens, tribal culture, caves, nature camping, cuisine, tribal arts and crafts.
• Where to go: Borra Caves, Araku Tribal Museum, Padmapuram Botanical Garden, Chaparai Waterfalls, Galikonda View Point, Katiki Waterfall, Coffee Museum.
• When to travel: From December till February
• How to reach via train: Vishakhapatnam (112 km) is the nearest railway station.
• How to reach via flight: Vishakhapatnam (112 km) is the nearest airport.

11.) Nandi Hills

The hill station called Nandi Hills is very close to Bangalore. Nandi Hills was developed as a hill station many centuries ago, and ranks as an age-old hill station in South India. Nandi Hills is the best place for trekking and hiking. The temples here are immensely sacred places of worship. Nandi Hills is also a historic place where you can visit Tipu Sultan’s palace called Tashk-e-Jannat. There are several viewpoints in Nandi Hills. You can do several adventure activities like cycling, paragliding, camping, etc.

• What to do: Trekking, hiking, cycling, paragliding, temple visits, viewpoints, camping.
• Where to go: Bhoga Nandeeswara Temple, Skandagiri, Tipu Sultan’s Fort, Yoga Nandeeshwara Temple, Brahmashram, Amruth Sarovar. Grover’s Zampa Vineyard, Channapura Falls.
• When to travel: Any month from September till February.
• How to reach via train: Chikkaballapur is the nearest railway station.
• How to reach via flight: Bangalore airport (60 km) is the nearest airport.

12.) Idukki

One of the most spectacular hill stations in South India is the one called Idukki. This hill station is in the state of Kerala and is a wonderful place to watch wildlife. You can go on a jungle safari in wildlife sanctuaries and watch wild animals from close range. Idukki is famous for its tea gardens and rubber factories. Idukki lies completely in the Western Ghats. It has natural landscapes of rivers and streams, rocky cliffs, waterfalls, and dams. Another famous thing in Idukki is the spice plantations.

• What to do: Jungle safari, bird watching, waterfalls, viewpoints, tea tasting, spice plantations, temple visits, trekking.
• Where to go: Idukki Arch Dam, Idukki Wildlife Sanctuary, Keezharkuthu Falls, Hill View Park, Valara Waterfalls, Vandanmedu, Thommankuthu Waterfalls, Mangala Devi Temple.
• When to travel: From October to February.
• How to reach via train: Kottayam (132 km) is the nearest railway station.
• How to reach via flight: Cochin (132 km) is the nearest airport.

13.) Kudremukh

One of the fascinating hill stations in Karnataka is Kudremukh. The name of the hill station comes from Kudremukh Hill, and one side of the hill resembles a horse’s face. Kudremukh is a small hill station compared to the many hill stations in this list. It is, however, best for trekking. Kudremukh is also the second-highest mountain peak in Karnataka. Kudremukh National Park is the best place to go for a wildlife safari and rare wild creatures.

• What to do: Jungle safari, trekking, waterfalls, bird watching, gardens.
• Where to go: Kudremukh National Park, Kadambi Falls, Hanuman Gundi Falls, Lakya Dam, Horanadu, Kalasa, Gangamoola, Jamalabad Fort.
• When to travel: From October till May.
• How to reach via train: Mangalore (99 km) is the nearest railway station.
• How to reach via flight: Mangalore is the nearest airport.

14.) Shevaroy Hills

To see the beauty of the Eastern Ghats, you should visit the hill station called Shevaroy Hills. These mountains tower to a maximum altitude of 1620 meters and form the spectacular landscapes of the Eastern Ghats. Coffee plantations are famous here and so are the botanical gardens which have some beautiful orchid plants. These hills have dense forests and several wild creatures and reptiles. Solaikaradu peak is the highest peak here.

• What to do: Trekking, hiking, visiting temples, botanical gardens, coffee plantations, wildlife, viewpoints, cycling.
• Where to go: Orchidarium, Yercaud, coffee and spice plantations, orange groves
• When to travel: From October till June.
• How to reach via train: Salem Junction (38 km) is the nearest railway station.
• How to reach via flight: Salem Airport (38 km) is the nearest airport.

15.) Vagamon

Kerala has got some spectacular hill stations in South India, and Vagamon is one of the best of them. The hills and forests in Vagamon teem with wildlife animals and birds. The lush green forests, waterfalls, tea estates, and rivers have made it one of the best hill stations in South India. There is no dearth of activities that you can do in Vagamon. From trekking to adventure activities like ATV biking, you can do so much here.

• What to do: Boating, trekking, camping, waterfalls, paragliding, wildlife safari, tea farms, visit temples.
• Where to go: Vagamon Pine Forest, Marmala Waterfall, Thangal Para, Barren Hills, Vagamon Lake, Mundakayam Ghat, Vagamon Falls, Vagamon Meadows, Ulipooni Wildlife Sanctuary.
• When to travel: All seasons
• How to reach via train: Kottayam Railway Station (15 km) is the nearest railway station.
• How to reach via flight: Kochi International Airport (94 km) is the nearest airport.

16.) Wayanad

Kerala is famous for its hill stations such as Wayanad. This hill station in Kerala is famous for its lush green jungles, ethnic tribes, national parks, rivers, lakes, and waterfalls. Its forests are home to several wild animals, birds, and reptiles. The hills and mountains here have caves, ridges, rocky formations, and hidden lakes, which make them so very attractive to trekkers. Viewpoints offer the most breathtaking scenery of the forested landscapes of Wayanad.

• What to do: Boating, trekking, jungle safari, elephant rides, caving, rafting, waterfalls, camping, cycling, viewpoints, resort stays tea estate tours, farm tours, river bathing, jungle treks.
• Where to go: Neelimala View Point, Meenmutty Waterfalls, Banasura Sagar Dam, Edakkal Caves, Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary, Soochipara Falls, Pookode Lake, Thirunelli Temple.
• When to travel: From October till February
• How to reach via train: Kozhikode (100 km) has the nearest railway station.
• How to reach via flight: Karipur International Airport in Kozhikode (100 km) is the nearest international airport.

17.) Chikmagalur

Karnataka has some of the most beautiful hill stations in South India, and Chikmagalur is one of the finest of them. Chikmagalur is at the foothills of Mullayanagiri peak, which is the highest peak in Karnataka. Chikmagalur is famous for its coffee plantations, lush green jungles, and waterfalls. Its jungles are home to wild animals, birds, and reptiles. Flowing rivers and streams make it very luxuriant and evergreen. There are many viewpoints from where to see the vast landscapes of the Western Ghats.

• What to do: Trekking, camping, waterfalls, heritage temples, viewpoints, coffee plantations, boating, architecture, river rafting, tea plantations, spiritual tours, jeep safari
• Where to go: Hebbe Falls, Mullayanagiri, Kallathigiri Falls, Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary, Hanumana Gundi Falls, Sharadamba Temple, Coffee Museum, Z Point, Hirekolale lake.
• When to travel: From September till February
• How to reach via train: Catch a train to Chikmagalur Railway Station.
• How to reach via flight: Mangalore airport (113 km) is the nearest airport.

18.) Yelagiri

Yelagiri is one of the famous, as well as, one of the one of the most scenic of hill stations that you can visit in South India. Yelagiri is in the state of Tamil Nadu. It is famous for its incredible natural scenery and climate. Yelagiri is situated at a height of 1700 meters. You can visit several villages and temples here. Other things that are famous in Yelagiri are fruit orchards, rose gardens, lush green valleys, and thick jungles. The hills around Yelagiri are best for trekking and hiking. Yelagiri attracts tourists due to its botanical gardens, lakes, waterfalls, waterfalls, hills, and temples.

• What to do: Boating, trekking, camping, waterfalls, visiting temples, sky observatory, herbal farms, bird watching.
• Where to go: Jalagamparai Waterfalls, Nilavoor Lake, Moksha Vimochana Temple, Swamimalai Hills, Punganoor Lake, Government Herbal Farm, Velavan Temple.
• When to travel: From November to February.
• How to reach via train: Jolarpettai Railway Station (21 km) is the nearest railway station.
• How to reach via flight: Bangalore International Airport (160 km) is the nearest airport.

19.) Kotagiri

Kotagiri is a hill station that is famous as the oldest in the Nilgiris. Apart from Ooty and Coonoor, Kotagiri is a spectacular hill station that is named after the Kota tribe who lives here. Kotagiri is famous for its tea plantations, trekking trails, cascading waterfalls, rolling hills, and lush valleys. The climate in Kotagiri is such that it is ideal for any season. There are so many cottages, villas, and resorts that you can find in Kotagiri for a quiet vacation. There are many viewpoints, waterfalls, and British-era memorials, which you can visit here.

• What to do: Tea tasting, waterfalls, forest walks, homemade chocolates, tribal arts and crafts, waterfalls
• Where to go: Elk Falls, Catherine Falls, John Sullivan Memorial, Rangaswamy Peak, Kodanad View Point, Longwood Shola
• When to travel: From December till May.
• How to reach via train: Coonoor (21 km) is the nearest railway station, and the other railway stations are Ooty (29 km) and Mettupalayam (33 km).
• How to reach via flight: Coimbatore Airport (100 km) is the nearest airport.

20.) Kemmangundi

Kemmangundi is one of the most spectacular hill stations in Karnataka. This hill station is surrounded by towering mountains and rolling hills and is a blessing for trekkers and hikers. Its highest peak is 1863 meters high and boasts incredible valley views, lush green gardens, mountain views, rugged slopes, waterfalls, and river streams. Kemmangundi is also famous as Sri Krishnarajendra Hill Station as the king called Krishnaraja Wodeyar IV visited this hill station during the hot summer months.

• What to do: Trekking, waterfalls, viewpoints, jungle safari, gardens, an ancient temple.
• Where to go: Hebbe Falls, Mullayanagiri, Z Point, Kallathigiri Falls, Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary, Baba Budangiri, Ayyanakere Lake, Manikyadhara Falls, Shettihalli Church.
• When to travel: From September till March
• How to reach via train: Tarikere railway station (35 km) is the nearest railway station.
• How to reach via flight: Mangalore Airport (150 km) is the nearest airport.

21.) Horsley Hills

Horsley Hills are named after a British collector called WD Horsley. The hills form a scenic landscape of valleys, mountains, hills, and waterfalls. This hill station is nicknamed the Ooty of Andhra Pradesh due to its panoramic views. The hills are home to wild animals and you can spot sloth bears, wild boar, sambar deer, and many other animals here. The hill station was the native land of the Adivasis (tribes) who lived here. There are some spectacular viewpoints from where to view the valley views and surrounding mountains.

• What to do: Visit ancient temples, viewpoints, waterfalls, wildlife safari, and trekking.
• Where to go: Kaigal Falls, Chennakesava Temple, Horsley Hills Zoo, Whisper Wind View Point, Gali Bandalu, Kalyani, Gangotri Lake, Mallamma Temple.
• When to travel: From December till March.
• How to reach via train: Madanapalle (43 km) is the nearest railway station.
• How to reach via flight: Tirupati (160 km) and Bangalore (165 km) are the nearest airports.

22.) Ananthagiri Hills

Ananthagiri Hills is one of the most beautiful hill stations in Telangana. This region has dense forests and is one of the earliest human settlements. You will find ancient temples, forts, caves, and other medieval structures that are proof of human settlement in this area. The hills and mountains here are the sources of several rivers and their tributaries. They flow into Gandipet Lake and Himayathsagar. Ananthagiri Temple is a famous temple that is located here. Musi River is the main river that originates here and joins the Krishna River.

• What to do: Trekking, visiting temples, and viewpoints, kayaking, boating in lakes, camping, caving, touring coffee plantations, waterfalls.
• Where to go: Araku Tribal Museum, Borra Hills and Caves, Musi River, Padmapuram Gardens, Dolphins Nose, Tyda Park, Bhavanasi Lake, Anantha Padmanabh Temple.
• When to travel: From November till March.
• How to reach via train: Vikarabad (10 km) is the nearest railway station.
• How to reach via flight: Hyderabad Airport (100 km) is the nearest airport.

23.) Cardamom Hills

Cardamom Hills is one of the famous hill stations in Kerala. This hill station is famous for its wildlife diversity, towering mountain ranges, waterfalls, and spice plantations. The hill station is named after the cardamom that is grown here. Coffee and pepper are also grown here. Cardamom Hills is a major mountain range that separates Kerala from Karnataka. The tallest mountain peak, Anamudi Peak, is in this hill station. Several wildlife sanctuaries and national parks are also located here.

• What to do: Elephant safari, jungle treks, mountain treks, spice and coffee plantations, cycling, mountain biking.
• Where to go: Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, Munnar, Idukki Dam, Eravikulam National Park, Mullaperiyar Dam.
• When to travel: Throughout the year.
• How to reach via train: You can catch trains to Aluva Railway Station or Trivandrum Railway Station to reach Cardamom Hills.
• How to reach via flight: Trivandrum Airport (100 km) is the nearest airport.

24.) Matanga Hill

Matanga Hill is a mountain in Hampi. This historic hill offers scenic views of the Hampi and Tungabhadra rivers that flow here. Matanga Hill is a popular trekking destination in Hampi. The town of Hampi was the old capital of the mighty Vijayanagara Empire which flourished during the 14th century. Matanga Hill offers beautiful scenic views of the sunsets. Veerbhadra Temple is a famous temple that is situated on Matanga Hill.
What to do: Trekking, temple visit, sunset views.

• Where to go: Veerbhadra Temple, Hampi Bazaar, Virupaksha Temple, Shree Vijaya Vitthala Temple, Achyuta Raya Temple, Tungabhadra River.
• When to travel: From September till May.
• How to reach via train: Kariganur Station (10 km) is the nearest railway station.
• How to reach via flight: Hubli airport (144 km) is the nearest airport.

25.) Gavi

Gavi is blessed with tremendous natural beauty and this hill station is one of the least explored hill stations in Kerala. Gavi is very close to Thekkady and you will find lush greenery everywhere in Gavi. There are tea gardens, spice plantations, dense forests, rich animal life, and mountain views that you can enjoy in Gavi. Gavi is part of the Periyar Tiger Reserve and there are several exciting activities you can do here. It is an off-beat tourist destination that you should explore when you visit Kerala.

• What to do: Jungle safari, elephant rides, boating, jungle treks, bird watching, camping, waterfalls, and tea gardens.
• Where to go: Periyar National Park, Thekkady, Kumily, Pathanamthitta.
• When to travel: From September till February.
• How to reach via train: Kottayam Railway station (128 km) is the nearest railway station.
• How to reach via flight: Nedumbassery Airport in Ernakulam (160 km) is the nearest airport.

Conclusion

You can start packing your bags and travel to any of the above hill stations. All of the above hill stations are exceptional places of incredible scenic beauty. You can explore all the South India tour packages and include these hill stations in your travel itinerary.

You can do several exciting things in these hill stations. These can range from relaxing to more adventurous ones. Take your family along, or spend your honeymoon time there. You can also plan a solo trip or a road trip. We bet you will never forget your trip to these 25 top hill stations in South India.