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Waterfalls on the road before Adimali, best after rain. Stop only if time allows.
Backwaters to tea hills
Alleppey (Alappuzha) to Munnar Taxi
Step off the houseboat and into a private taxi for the climb from the backwaters to the tea hills, timed around your checkout.
Backwaters~170 kmAbout 5 hours
01 / Quick answers
Alleppey to Munnar Taxi, in short.
How far is Munnar from Alleppey?
Roughly 170 km, depending on the route and your pickup point.
How long does the drive take?
About 5 hours, and longer with stops, traffic and rain.
Is Alappuzha the same as Alleppey?
Yes. Alappuzha is the official name; Alleppey is the common travel name.
Can you pick up at the houseboat jetty or Kumarakom?
Yes. Share the jetty or resort name and a map pin.
Fare
What Alleppey (Alappuzha) to Munnar costs.
Fixed fares for a private taxi, with a tea break and short stops included.
| Vehicle | Fare (per vehicle) |
|---|---|
| Sedan (up to 4 travellers) | ₹6,500 |
| Larger vehicle (SUV or MUV, for bigger groups) | ₹7,500 |
02 / Checkout day
Plan around your houseboat checkout.
Before the trip
Confirm your houseboat checkout time with the operator and share it with us.
Pickup
The driver waits near the jetty or resort and we share the number before you arrive.
The drive
Backwater roads give way to foothills, then the ghat bends near Munnar.
Arrival
Aim to reach Munnar in daylight; the last climb is slower in the dark.
03 / Stops
Worth a short break.
Lunch break
Plan a meal in the plains before the hill road starts.
Late checkout?
If checkout is late, consider a night in Kochi or an early start next day. Ask us.
04 / Vehicle
Choose the right vehicle.
| Vehicle | Seats | Pick it when |
|---|---|---|
| Etios / Swift Dzire | Up to 4 | Solo, couple or small family |
| Ertiga | Up to 6 | Family of 5–6, moderate luggage |
| Innova / Crysta | Up to 7 | Comfort, more luggage, long drive |
| Traveller / Urbania | Larger groups | Group travel; confirm seating on WhatsApp |
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Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Sedan ₹6,500 and larger vehicle ₹7,500, per vehicle, including a tea break and short stops on the way.
A tea break and short stops on the way are included. Confirm any extras, such as long detours or entry tickets, on WhatsApp.
Yes. Choose a sedan for up to 4 travellers or a larger vehicle for bigger groups, and confirm on WhatsApp.
Roughly 170 km.
About 5 hours without long stops.
Yes, share the resort or jetty name.
Yes, if daylight and weather allow.
Sedan for up to 4, Ertiga or Innova for families with luggage.
Yes, but the hill stretch is slower at night. Ask us about timing.
No, per vehicle.
Yes, a tea break and short stops on the way are included.
Yes. See the Munnar to Alleppey page.
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