Kundala Lake

About Kundala Lake boating Munnar

Placed 1700 m above sea level, Kundala Lake is an artificial dam, and the dam entices travelers with its exquisite natural beauty. Surrounded by lush mountains and tea gardens, Kundala Lake will take your breath due to its prettiness, and it is a perfect tourist destination to explore with your family and kids. The lake is also known as the Sethuparvathi dam, and it was constructed in 1946 under the Pallivasal hydroelectric project.

A sight to behold, Kundala Lake is notable for the presence of the renowned Neelakurinji flower, which blossoms on one occasion in twelve years. Cherry blossoms twice a year in and around Kundala Lake, and makes the lake even more personable. Located approximately 25.6 km away from Munnar, the picturesque Kundala Lake is a perfect spot for capturing memorable pictures with your family, kids, friends, and loved ones. The golf course run by Tata Tea Ltd, Kundala Tea Plantations, and the Kundala Artificial Dam is the main attractions of the lake.

Regarded as Asia's first Arch Dam, Kundala Lake invites visitors to enjoy the alluring boating experience, and various boating facilities are provided at the lake including, speed boating, Kashmiri Shikkara boating, row boating, and pedal boating. Being the paradise of natural beauty and splendor, Kundala Lake is a heavenly picnic spot for you to spend a day from your daily stressful life and refresh yourself at the tranquil landscape of the lake.

The ideal time to visit the dam is between November and May as the weather will be more pleasant these times of the year. The morning and evening views of the lake are marvelous, and visiting the lake morning or evening will be ideal for visitors

Kundala Lake will not disappoint the tourists as it offers some enjoyable activities to keep the visitors entertained. Sightseeing, photography, and boating are some of the enjoyable activities that you can engage in when you visit the beautiful Kundala Lake.

Munnar is the nearby Town of Kundala Lake, and you can reach the lake mainly through the bus, private cabs, and taxis. The nearest railway station is Aluva Railway Station (132.4 km), and the nearest airport is Cochin International Airport (133.2).

The Kundala Lake is open from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm every day. Boating facilities are available at the lake, and you can pick the right boat ride package. Travelers have to pay 100 for Pedal Boat for 3 persons, 150 for Row Boat for 4 persons, and 200 for Shikara Boat for 2 persons around 30 minutes.

Travelers can observe several attractions on the way to the lake, and they can enjoy their travel to the lake to the fullest by visiting these attractions. Some of the main attractions near Kundala Lake include Kundala Valley Railway, Echo Point, Mattupetty Dam, Carmelagiri Elephant Park, Top Station, and Mattupetty Lake.

Munnar is blessed with plenty of affordable and luxurious resorts and hotels that help travelers to have a comfortable and stress-free stay. Dream Valley Resort, Nexstay Golden Fern Resort, Mountain Club Resort, Ministers Mansion Kanthalloor, and Club Mahindra Munnar Lake View are some of the best hotels you can choose to stay at during your Kundala Lake tour.