The virgin among Kerala's treks. Thondiyar is a perfect destination to get closer to nature, along with the wilderness and adventure. Moving through virgin forest, lush green grass lands, spice plantation and evergreen vegetation Thondiyar offers a refreshing and virgin spread. It attracts hikers with its beautiful mountainous landscapes and pristine settings. The trek commences at the spicy plantations, fragrant and green and then ventures into the forest interiors where fauna and flora have their existence. From there it moves to upward green fields with spectacular view points that provide views of the valley and mountains cloaked in mist and forests and other ranges that spread farther beyond. STARTING POINT: Thondiyar VillageENDING POINT: Thondiyar PeakDIFFICULTY LEVEL: ModerateTREK DISTANCE: 8 KM (Round Trip)BEST SEASON: September to FebruaryA delightful trek under the cool weather and lovely climate, it would be exceptionally vibrant during the monsoon and post-monsoon months when the region will be a green expanse. The Thondiyar Trek unlike some other treks in Kerala remains an untainted trek, a less commercialized one. Being less frequented by people, hikers can take the advantage of getting lost with nature all alone. The fresh mountain air, chirping birds and amazing panoramic views make it a preferred bird and nature watchers' destination, and a fantastic venue for avid photographers.
