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Mattupetty Dam

Munnar , India
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Reservoir
Category
Reservoir
duration
Duration
20 - 30 Minutes
M-Ticket
M-Ticket
Accepted
bird-spotting
Birding
Available
parking
Parking
Available
Disability
Disability
Friendly
Couple
Couple
Friendly
Baby
Baby
Friendly
Play Area
Play Area
Available
boating
Boating
Available
Life Guard
Life Guard
Available
dustbin
Dustbin
Available
Adult
Adult
10 INR
Child
Child
FREE
MobileCam
MobileCam
FREE
Camera
Camera
FREE
VideoCam
VideoCam
FREE

Overview

Mattupetty dam and its reservoir are located 13 km away from Munnar in Idukki District of the southern state of Kerala. This concrete gravity dam is built between the hill ranges and it is used mainly for water storage for hydroelectric projects It has been a vital source of power, yielding along with other such dams, huge revenue to the states. A large amount of perennially available water allows wild animals and birds to flourish. The dam was constructed under the Pallivasal Hydro-electric project in the late 1940s, for the purpose of water conservation and power generation. Now the dam is a vital source of electricity generation in Munnar and also a haven for many wild animals and birds due to its constant water availability.

Mattupetty dam is one of the major attraction of Munnar. The attractive feature of Mattupetty dam is the still water reflecting the beauty of Munnar tea garden which borders it. You can engage yourself with water sport activities like Speed launch, showboating, speedboat and motorboats organized by District Tourism Promotion Council (DTPC) Idukki. You can also have a ride on elephants along the pathways between the dam and tea gardens. and enjoy the pretty natural surroundings of this beautiful dam. Adventure lovers also have options here like trekking in the Shola forest. Mattupetty is ideal for trekking and bird watching, with the variety of birds found there. Small streams and waterfalls cut through the track here and there, which again adds more attraction to the place. It is also said to be one of the waterholes where the elephants in the region often visit.

Know Before you go

  • There is a speed boat and a high-speed boat. Rs 750 for 5 passengers
  • To avoid crowds, first, visit the mattupatty dam then go for the other attractions like eco-point, Top station, rose garden.
  • The Boating timing is after 2.30pm. Can't say about the morning timings. Make prior inquiries

Things to carry


ID Card
ID Card
Camera
Camera
Suitable for All
Selfiestick
Suitable for All
Sunglasses
Suitable for All
Cap
Suitable for All
Medicine
Suitable for All
Sunscreen
Suitable for All
Power Bank

Things not allowed


Suitable for All
Alcohol
Suitable for All
Weapons
Suitable for All
Pets
Suitable for All
Skates
Suitable for All
Smoking
Suitable for All
Plastic Bag

Operational Hours

January to December
Monday 09:30 AM - 05:00 PM
Tuesday 09:30 AM - 05:00 PM
Wednesday 09:30 AM - 05:00 PM
Thursday 09:30 AM - 05:00 PM
Friday 09:30 AM - 05:00 PM
Saturday 09:30 AM - 05:00 PM
Sunday 09:30 AM - 05:00 PM
Last Admission 04:30 PM

Redemption Process

  • Upon completing your reservation, anticipate receiving a comprehensive email and SMS containing booking details. Present your SMS or booking confirmation email at the reception counter during check-in.
  • Access your booking information easily by logging into your account on Explorebees.com and navigating to the "Active Bookings" page in the dashboard.

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Cancellation Policy

  • Unforeseen Circumstances : This activity requires good weather. In cases of unforeseen weather conditions or government restrictions leading this activity cancellations, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • Refund Process : Refunds will be credited to the original booking payment source within 10 business days, and cash refunds will not be issued

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