TREKS · 1-DAY · HARD · MAX 2695M
Anamudi Peak: South India's Highest.
Anamudi Peak: South India's Highest
SOUTH INDIA'S HIGHEST PEAK at 2,695 m, in Eravikulam National Park, Munnar. KFD conservation lottery: extremely limited (Jan–Mar only, <50 daily slots). Mandatory guided trek. Strict permit system (online application 2–3 months ahead). Home to Nilgiri Tahrs, Asian elephants, and gaurs.
Warnings
⚠RARE PERMIT — only Jan–Mar, lottery-based, <50/day, online application required
⚠Altitude sickness possible (2695m, rapid ascent)
⚠Weather highly variable (mist, cold, wind)
⚠Steep final push
⚠Oxygen depletion at summit
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