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Echo Point provides an exotic escape from your routine for all trek lovers. Located at an altitude of 600 ft, it is at a distance of about 15km from Munnar. What makes it different from other treks is the presence of lush greens and serene lake waters. The Echo Point stands at the confluence of three mountain ranges- Mudrapuzha, Nallathanni, and Kundala, making it the perfect location for relaxing long nature walks and bird-watching. With picturesque Nilgiris hills around, Echo Point provides a natural space for a relaxing and cool travel spot. It is decorated with tea plantations, spice gardens and flowers upon hills that allow you to destress yourself for your stressful workloads.
As it is only 15 km away from Munnar, you can easily take bus trips or even book a private cab so that you travel at your own pace. It is also well connected with roads and rails with major cities like Madurai and Kochi. For small vacations during the weekends, it is perfect spot for family vacation. The winters are the best season to visit the hill station. With a cool climate and flourishing greens, Munnar moves away from scorching heat and monsoons during this time. Try to avoid the monsoons as it affects the terrain that makes it difficult for you to take treks and other outdoor activities. You can also visit Echo Point during the spring to see the blossoming flowers and greens. Therefore, it becomes a warm and clean area for your trekking and bird-watching. The best part is that the Echo Point is open all year and can be visited between 6 AM and 7.30 PM.
You can undertake different activities once you reach Echo Pont-
Boating- As the Echo Point is located beside the lake, the administration has provided boating facilities for the tourists to enjoy nature seamlessly! You can ride a paddle boat and even take a rowboat to enjoy the scenic beauty and hazy hills.
Bird-watching: The diversity of flora and fauna of the place attracts many tourists. With many birdwatchers and bird walks, tourists can enjoy the presence of native birds cost-effectively.
Long Nature Walks: With charming hills and landscapes, you can take long walks in your comfort over the hills or beside the banks. The bright light and hazy landscape make it an attractive subject for your social media photographs. One can find many photographers taking photographs and also photo walks for tourists to enhance their travel experience. Try to visit the place in the early morning for a more peaceful and enriching experience.
Camping: With long walks and trekking, the lofty hills are perfect places to make your camps. It is open and spacious for a bonfire that you and your friends can enjoy and make memories.
So the next time you want to move away from polluted skies and stressful weekends, camping at Echo Point will distract you from your worries!
