Trek TamilNadu
40 trekking trails are now open across 14 districts, including Nilgiris & Kanyakumari by TN Forest Dept. 300 people from the tribal & rural communities have been trained to serve as Eco-guides. Trek participants will receive trekking gear & an insurance cover too. One can see a 3D view before choosing your trek.
| SL. NO. | DISTRICT | TREK ROUTE | CATEGORY | TRAVERSE | DISTANCE (KM) | DURATION (HRS) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Nilgiris | Cairn Hill | Easy | One way | 3 | 2 |
| 2 | The Nilgiris | Longwood Shola | Easy | Two way | 3 | 2 |
| 3 | Coimbatore | Karikayur to Porivarai Rock Painting | Moderate | Two way | 6 | 3 |
| 4 | Coimbatore | Karikayur to Rangasamy Peak | Tough | Two way | 8 | 4 |
| 5 | The Nilgiris | Parsonvalley to Mukurthi hut | Tough | Two way | 20 | 7 |
| 6 | The Nilgiris | Avalanche – Kolaribetta | Tough | Two way | 18 | 8 |
| 7 | The Nilgiris | Avalanche (Cauliflower shola) – Kolaribetta | Moderate | Two way | 11 | 6 |
| 8 | The Nilgiris | Avalanche (Cauliflower shola) – Devarbetta | Tough | One way | 15 | 8 |
| 9 | The Nilgiris | Gene pool | Easy | Two way | 8 | 4 |
| 10 | The Nilgiris | Needle rock | Tough | One way | 4 | 4 |
| 11 | The Nilgiris | Manambolly | Easy | One way | 10 | 3 |
| 12 | The Nilgiris | Top slip Pandaravarai | Tough | One way | 8 | 4 |
| 13 | Coimbatore | Aliyar (Canal bank) | Moderate | One way | 8 | 3 |
| 14 | Coimbatore | Sadivayal – Siruvani | Moderate | Two way | 17 | 7 |
| 15 | Coimbatore | Sembukarai – Perumalmudi | Moderate | Two way | 9 | 5 |
| 16 | Coimbatore | Vellingiri Hill | Tough | Two way | 12 | 10 |
| 17 | Coimbatore | Baraliyar | Easy | One way | 4 | 2 |
| 18 | Tiruppur | Chinnar Checkpost – Kottar | Easy | Two way | 5 | 2 |
| 19 | Kanniyakumari | Kalikesam Balamore | Moderate | Two way | 14 | 6 |
| 20 | Tirunelveli | Injikadavu | Moderate | One way | 18 | 8 |
| 21 | Tirunelveli | Karaiyar – Moolakasam | Moderate | One way | 4 | 2 |
| 22 | Tirunelveli | Kallar – Korakkanathar koil | Tough | Two way | 7 | 3 |
| 23 | Tenkasi | Courtallam – Shenbagadevi falls | Easy | Two way | 4 | 2 |
| 24 | Tenkasi | Theerthaparai | Easy | Two way | 6 | 3 |
| 25 | Theni | Chinna Suruli – Thenpalani | Moderate | One way | 12 | 6 |
| 26 | Theni | Karaparai | Moderate | Two way | 9 | 4 |
| 27 | Virudhunagar | Kurangani – Sambalaru | Moderate | One way | 5 | 3 |
| 28 | Virudhunagar | Shenbagathoppu – W.Pudhupatti | Moderate | One way | 9 | 4 |
| 29 | Madurai | Kutladampatti Falls – Thadagai Trail | Moderate | Two way | 8 | 4 |
| 30 | Madurai | Vattakanal – Vellagavi | Tough | Two way | 8 | 5 |
| 31 | Dindigul | Solar Observatory – Gundar Zero Point | Moderate | Two way | 10 | 4 |
| 32 | Dindigul | Zero-Point – Karunkajam Falls | Easy | Two way | 8 | 4 |
FAQs: Trekking in Tamil Nadu with the Forest Department
Q: What is the Trek Tamil Nadu initiative?
Trek Tamil Nadu is a program by the Tamil Nadu Forest Department that offers trekking opportunities across 14 districts in the state. This includes popular destinations like the Nilgiris and Kanyakumari.
How many trekking trails are available?
Currently, there are 40 trekking trails open for exploration.
The program has trained 300 individuals from tribal and rural communities to serve as eco-guides. These guides will accompany you on your trek and share their knowledge of the local environment and culture.
What’s included in the trek program?
A: Participants can expect to receive the following:
* Trekking gear (details on specific gear provided may be available on the website)
* Insurance coverage
Q: Can I see the trails before booking?
A: Yes! The trektamilnadu.com website (linked in the content) allows you to view the trails in 3D, giving you a virtual preview of the terrain and scenery.
Q: How do I book a trek?
A: While the content doesn’t explicitly mention the booking process, it’s likely information on booking and registration will be available on the Trek Tamil Nadu website (trektamilnadu.com).
Q: What is the cost of a trek?
A: The cost of participation is not mentioned in the content. It’s recommended to visit the Trek Tamil Nadu website (trektamilnadu.com) for details on pricing and registration.
Q: What is the fitness level required for these treks?
A: The difficulty levels of the trails are likely varied. The website (trektamilnadu.com) should provide information on the difficulty level of each trail, allowing you to choose one that suits your fitness level.
Remember: It’s always recommended to consult a doctor before embarking on any physical activity, especially trekking.
