Anamudi Peak Escorted Climb.
Anamudi (2,695m) is the highest peak south of the Himalayas, but access is escorted-only through Eravikulam National Park's Rajamala range. Kerala Forest Department issues 30 climbers/day maximum during August-January season; bookings must be made 15 days in advance via the Munnar Wildlife Warden office. Walk-up bookings are refused. Most Munnar package tourists visit only the Rajamala viewpoint (2km from gate) and never know the summit climb exists.WHY NOBODY KNOWS
A 4-hour shola-grassland ascent to the highest point south of the Himalayas, escorted by an Eravikulam range guide. Climb starts at Rajamala (2,100m) and ends at the Anamudi cairn (2,695m). The route crosses three Nilgiri Tahr territory zones — sightings near-guaranteed in October-December. Permit ₹500 Indians, ₹1,500 foreigners; guide fee ₹2,000 per group of 1-6. Season: August-January only (closed during Tahr calving Feb-July).
