Vagamon

Situated 1,100 meters above sea level, the lush green plains, blue hills and meandering rivers are a direct reflection of the ones in Scotland, which is why Vagamon is also called the 'Scotland of Asia'. For adventure buffs, there are activities such as rock climbing, trekking, mountaineering and paragliding.

Vagamon do not have much to offer to eat to its tourists, however simple eating joints can be found serving South Indian food, especially local dishes.
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If you're looking at a day's itinerary, you will first have to decide how you want to go about it. Would you like to cover many places in a haste or sit and enjoy nature in the pleasant weather of Vagamon. If planning a day, you can start from Kurisumala and cover Murughan mala, have the afternoon meal and leave for the meadows, there are less things to see in hills, it is mostly about relaxing amidst the beauty of nature. Next you can cover Suicide Point, Paragliding Point, Pine Valley and Moon Hill.

The top places near to Vagamon are Munnar which is 47 km from Vagamon, Alleppey which is located 57 km from Vagamon, Thekkady which is located 30 km from Vagamon, Idukki which is located 28 km from Vagamon, Kochi which is located 75 km from Vagamon

The top things to do in Vagamon are Ulipooni Wildlife Sanctuary, Vagamon Meadows, Pine Hill, Kurisumala, Vagamon Falls, Kurisumala Ashram. You can see all the places to visit in Vagamon here

The packages for Vagamon start at INR 2986 which can be further customized based on number of people, days, hotel category, vehicle type and customizations. You can have a look at all packages here

Reaching Vagamon is quite the hassle as it is directly accessible by road only.
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Vagamon do not have much to offer to eat to its tourists, however simple eating joints can be found serving South Indian food, especially local dishes.
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Vagamon can be visited throughout the year. Being situated at such high altitude grants this offbeat destination its pleasant weather, with the temperature always lying between 10 to 25 degrees Celsius. The months from June to September experience the monsoon spell. The heavy rainfall during this season makes travelling arduous. Hence, the best time to visit Vagamon is during the dry seasons, which are summers and winters. Both seasons have their perks. While summers are best for elephant riding and paragliding festivals, winters are ideal for mountain hiking and tea plantation tours. Being rich in biodiversity, this place is also on the travel charts of many eco-tourists, some of whom prefer visiting the town during monsoon. Soaked in the wetness of an early morning shower, the gardens look bathed and at their beautiful best just after a shower on a rainy day. In each season, you get to witness Vagamon from a new lens. And that is the enchanting beauty of this destination. It's a place that will make your wanderlust want to come over and over again.

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Vagamon is a great place for nature lovers and is also a great getaway in South India. It is perfect for a one day visit from the nearby places. Also ideal for people who love Paragliding.

A little difficult to reach. Not many facilities for boarding. Not many options to eat.

Picturesque Surroundings. Known for its green meadows and Pine forests. A Paragliding hotspot.