Photo: forest tent exterior
Forest tents
Canvas tents set among the trees with mountain views, warm bedding for cold nights, and clean shared washrooms with hot water.
EKA Forest: a forest tent stay in Vattavada, Munnar, Kerala
What is
EKA Forest
EKA Forest is a small stay of tents tucked into the eucalyptus and pine woods of Vattavada, the last Kerala village on the high road past Munnar and Top Station. Here the hills are terraced with carrot, garlic and strawberry farms instead of tea, the air stays cool all year, and evenings end around a fire under a sky full of stars.
We keep things simple: comfortable tents with mountain views, a garden and terrace, home-style meals, and time to walk the farms, the shola forest and the village lanes at your own pace. Come for a slow weekend. Stay for the mist.
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Photo: bonfire night
Campfire & stargazing
Nights in Vattavada are cold and clear. Gather around the campfire, and on a good night watch the Milky Way rise over the ridges.
Photo: Vattavada farm terraces
Farms & village walks
Walk past terraced vegetable farms, garlic fields and strawberry patches, and through the old Tamil village of Kovilur and its lanes.
Photo: shola forest trail
Shola & viewpoints
Pambadum Shola National Park is next door, and Top Station's view over Tamil Nadu is a short drive away, best at sunrise when the valley fills with cloud.
Gallery
More on Instagram @eka_forest_ →- Photo: morning mist over the valley
- Photo: tent interior
- Photo: pine woods
- Photo: strawberries from the farm
- Photo: campfire evening
- Photo: breakfast on the terrace
- Photo: night sky
How to reach?
EKA Forest is in Vattavada, about 45 km (roughly 2 hours) from Munnar. Drive past Mattupetty, Kundala and Top Station, then through Pambadum Shola National Park. The forest check-post only lets vehicles through between 6 AM and 6 PM, so plan to arrive before dark.
- By air: Cochin International Airport (about 160 km, around 5 hours)
- By train: Aluva or Ernakulam Junction, then a taxi or bus to Munnar
- By road: Munnar → Top Station → Vattavada. Taxis and jeeps run from Munnar town
Frequently asked questions
Where exactly is EKA Forest?
In Vattavada village, Devikulam taluk, Idukki district, Kerala (PIN 685615), about 45 km north-east of Munnar near the Kerala–Tamil Nadu border. We're roughly 4–5 km from Pambadum Shola National Park and 13 km from Top Station. We'll share an exact map pin when you book.
How do I book a stay?
Message us on WhatsApp or send a DM on Instagram @eka_forest_ with your dates and number of guests. We'll confirm availability, rates and advance payment details.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 1 PM to 6 PM and check-out is by 11 AM. Because the Pambadum Shola check-post closes at 6 PM, please plan to cross it before then.
What is the best time to visit Vattavada?
September to March is the most popular time, with clear skies and green valleys. December and January are the coldest and mistiest months, and nights can get close to freezing. Vattavada sits in a rain-shadow area, so it gets far less rain than Munnar, even during the monsoon.
How cold does it get, and what should I pack?
Days are pleasant, but nights are cold all year and can drop to single digits (°C) in winter. Bring a warm jacket, layers, socks, a cap, comfortable walking shoes, a torch, and any medicines you need.
Is food available at the property?
Yes. We serve simple home-style meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner on request) in our outdoor dining area, often made with vegetables from Vattavada's farms. Let us know about dietary preferences when you book.
Are the bathrooms attached to the tents?
Our tents share clean common washrooms with hot water. If you need an attached bathroom, ask us when booking and we'll tell you what's available for your dates.
Are pets and kids welcome?
Yes, families and well-behaved pets are welcome. Please tell us in advance if you're bringing a pet so we can plan your tent.
Is there Wi-Fi and mobile network?
Wi-Fi is available, but this is a remote hill village and speeds can vary. Mobile coverage is patchy on some networks, so download maps and tickets before you leave Munnar.
What can we do nearby?
Visit Pambadum Shola National Park, catch sunrise at Top Station, walk the strawberry and vegetable farms, and explore Kovilur village. Mattupetty Dam and Kundala Lake are on the way from Munnar.