TREKS · 3-DAY · HARD · MAX 1868M
Agasthyarkoodam Trek.
Agasthyarkoodam Trek
Agasthyarkoodam Trek is a hard 3-day, 28 km trek, topping out at 1,868 m. The route takes in Sacred peak of Agasthya Muni; Neyyar Wildlife Sanctuary; Kani tribal heritage; Medicinal herb biodiversity. Best months: January–March. Watch points: Open only Jan-March; lottery-based permit (limited slots); steep and strenuous. Fitness level: high, permits required, not recommended for children under 16. Nearest hospital: Trivandrum Medical College 75km. Network coverage: Zero. No signal.
Warnings
⚠Open only Jan-March
⚠Lottery-based permit (limited slots)
⚠Steep and strenuous
⚠Elephant and gaur territory
⚠No water above base camp
Cost Estimate
Permit via Kerala Forest Dept lottery. Limited to 100 trekkers/day. Apply months in advance.
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