Ela Ecoland Nature Retreat, Munnar

Ela Ecoland Nature Retreat - A nature-focused retreat with luxury tents, tree houses, and river-view cottages in a cardamom plantation

Ela Ecoland Nature Retreat, rated 8.3/10 on Booking.com, provides accommodations including luxury tents, tree houses, and river-view cottages set within a cardamom and coffee plantation. The luxury tents feature private verandas with countryside views, queen-sized beds, and attached bathrooms with showers. Tree houses, perched 18.3 m above ground, offer double beds and balconies overlooking waterfalls and the Kallar-Nallathani River. River-view cottages include two-bedroom options with modern amenities and panoramic river views. The on-site restaurant serves local cuisine prepared by village women, featuring dishes made from regional ingredients. Activities include guided plantation tours, treks to Viripara Waterfalls (4 km away), and visits to Annakulam for elephant sightings. The retreat provides 20 Mbps Wi-Fi, 24-hour power backup, and intercom services.

Pros

The tree houses offer a unique elevated experience with waterfall and river views.

The luxury tents include private verandas and modern amenities while blending with nature.

Proximity to Viripara Waterfalls (4 km) and Letchmi Estate trekking routes.

Authentic local cuisine served at the on-site restaurant.

Guided plantation tours showcase diverse flora, including cardamom and coffee.

Cons

Some rooms, like the tree houses and rock houses, have limited space and accommodate only two adults comfortably.

The nearest major airport, Cochin International, is 90 km away.