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Mattupetty
About Mattupetty
Mattupetty is just about 13km from Munnar which is a beautiful hill station in Kerala. It is also the most preferred choice for honeymoon couples as the serene bliss of the mountain ranges and pleasant climate help these new couples spend quality time with each other. Adventure lovers also undertake trekking activities in the hills here. Mattupetty is a small town located within the remote interiors of the Munnar farmlands at a short distance from the famous peak of Anamudi. Mattupetty stands at around 1700m above sea level and has been witnessing lots of tourists in the recent past.
Geographical location
The Mattupetty dam is located in Munnar district of Kerala at 10.6 degrees towards the North and 77.7 degrees towards the East.
How to reach and local modes of transport
Air – Kochi Airport, which is around 108km far from Munnar, is the closest airport to Mattupetty.
Rail – Angamaly Railway station, again at a distance of 109km from Munnar, is the closest railway station to Mattupetty.
Road – Since Munnar is a hot tourist destination in Kerala, there are lots of buses that connect this place. Mattupetty, being just 13km far from Munnar is also well connected with buses, cars and taxis from Munnar.
Local transport – Mattupetty is best experienced when travelled on foot.
Attractions and things to do
Mattupetty Dam is the most important tourist attraction here. The lake and dam serve as excellent picnic spots where families have a blast together. Tourists can engage in motor boat and speed boat activities at the Mattupetty Lake. The dairy farm that is the brain child of a Swiss and Indian Livestock Project is also visited by many tourists. The cattle reared here are known for their high yields. Kundala tea estate and Kundala Lake are other major attractions near Mattupetty.
Where to eat and stay
Tourists will not be able to find many restaurants in Mattupetty. They have to travel for a distance of a minimum of 5km for some decent restaurants like Hotel Saravana Bhavan which serves amazing South Indian food, Eastend Munnar Dining, T&U Leisure and Bell Mount restaurants which serve good international and Indian Food. These restaurants are also famous for the authentic Kerala food like Puttu, Aviyal, fish curry cooked in palm leaves and spicy beef and mutton curries.
Mattupetty Manager’s Bungalow is one of the best places to stay. This is a heritage bungalow and has a luxurious ambience and great hospitality. Windermere Estate is another four-star hotel that which gives its guest an amazing experience. Other budget hotels are Elysium Garden Hill Resorts, Abad Copper Castle Hill Valley Resorts and Blu Haze Resort & Spa.
STD, PIN and Emergency Numbers in Mattupetty
The STD and PIN codes of Mattupetty are 04865 and 685612 respectively. Police, Fire and Ambulance can be reached at the usual helplines of 100, 101 and 102 respectively.
Banks, Hospitals and Tourist Office in Mattupetty
Banks – There are no banks in Mattupetty. One has to come to Idukki district to avail banking services.
Hospitals
1 - Arun Hospital
Mattupetty Road, Munnar – 685612
Ph: 04865 230390
2 - Tata Global Beverages General Hospital
General Hospital Road, Nullatanni, Munnar – 685612
Ph: 04865 230270
Tourist Office
DTPC Information Centre,
Old Munnar
Ph – 04865 530679