Manambolly
Manambolly
Moderate
16.0 KM
Two way
5 Hours
Overview
Explore the dark and deep forests of Manambolly, nestled in the Anamalai Tiger Reserve between Sholayar Dam and Valparai. This vibrant habitat is a botanist’s delight and home to iconic wildlife such as the Lion-tailed macaque, the Great Hornbill, and the Nilgiri tahr. With nearby attractions like Top Slip and Parambikulam, Manambolly is a photographer's paradise.
⇒ Explore Trek Atlas of Manambolly
KEY ATTRACTIONS IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD
- Butterfly park, Aliyar
- Chinnakallar Falls
- Amaravathi Crocodile Farm
- Thirumoorthy falls
- Attakatti view point
Maximum Elevation: 1106 MSL(Approx.) Meters
Forest Type: Semi Evergreen
Nearby Medical Facility: Valparai - 25km
Nearby Bus Stand: Valparai - 15 km
Nearby Airport: Coimbatore - 122 km
Nearby Railway Station: Pollachi - 72 km
Parking Facilities: Yes
- Sambar Deer
- Indian Gaur
- Nilgiri langur
- Elephant
- Crocodile
- Barking Deer
- Porcupine
- Variety of Bird Species
- Lion Tailed Macaque
- Daypack or small hiking backpack
- Hiking boots or trail shoes as per your convenience
- Reusable water bottle
- Breathable and quick-drying Clothes are best for changing conditions
- Fleece or lightweight down jacket
- Sun hat or caps
- Trail mix, energy bars, nuts, dried fruits
- Personal medication
- Personal Identity Card
- Sunscreen
- Insect Repellent
- Hand Sanitizer
- Trash Bag
- Water-Resistant Wrap for Electronic Devices for rain protection
- Rain Jacket or Poncho
- Sunglasses with UV protection
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Guests
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Know Your Package
Included
Excluded
Your transport up to reception point prior to the trek
Everything that falls outside the inclusions stated above
Things to remember before you book a trek
- Trekking in forests invariably requires physical endurance depending upon the category of the trek.
- Right planning and adequate preparations will make treks immersive and memorable.
- Pick the right trail that matches your fitness level and experience.
- Research your trek destination, be aware of local weather conditions and prepare for it.
- Know the Rules before you embark on the trek.
- Camouflage is the key to observe wildlife; Striking colours, aromatic sprays and Noise will easily give you away.
- Follow appropriate dress code and wear comfortable trekking shoes.
- Carry your backpack: water, snacks, jacket, personal medication etc.
- Please be aware that amenities at the destinations may be offering minimal comfort.
- Pay attention to instructions of the trek leader/ guide.
- Maintain lane discipline and stay with the group; short cuts may turn adverse.
- Observe carefully and do not miss out the little surprises and signs of the animal world.
- It's not a race, listen to your body and take adequate breaks as and when required.
- Selfies at your own risk.
- Refrain from picking wild plants and flowers though they may attract you.
- Treat wildlife with respect: approaching and feeding wild animals can endanger yours and group’s safety.
- Enjoy the scenic view of forest streams & waterfalls; Bathing is prohibited.
- Be a responsible trekker and leave no trash.
Guest reviews
My first trek
We reached Valparai on the 17th and stayed at a homestay. We had got e-pass to enter Valparai. Next morning we reached Urulikal Checkpost by around 7:30. There are a few small shops nearby where you can quickly grab breakfast before starting. This was my first trekking experience and honestly I didn’t know what to expect. We started around 8 or 8:30, and the weather was really pleasant at first. It did get a bit sunny by 10 or 11, but nothing too bad. We were accompanied by three forest guards who knew the route really well and made the whole thing feel very safe. They kept stopping in between to point out things we would have otherwise missed. We saw squirrels, monkeys, deer and even a woodpecker. The trek is mostly downhill, around 8 km, through dense forest. The best part for me was the silence. No signal at all, just trees everywhere, sunlight coming through the canopy, and constant bird sounds. It felt very calming, almost like you could just get lost in the greenery and not care about anything else. We reached the powerhouse around 11:30. They gave us lemon juice and lemon rice which honestly tasted amazing after the walk. From there you can either trek back or take the government bus around 12:30 which drops you back at the checkpost. Overall, it was very well organized and felt completely safe. For a first trek, I really enjoyed it. Definitely looking forward to doing more like this.
Manambolly - Solo Trek
I was the only one who was guided by two guides. I am a solo traveller and this trek to Manambolly was super good. The guides were supportive and guided me throughout the trek. To mention, this is my first trek with Trek TN. I am fond of birds and this trek is more of a sound therapy to me. They showed me different birds and even waited for me to listen to the bird songs on the way. They also explained me about the different trees, plants, birds, animals and a lot more. I decided to walk back to the top after having a good food at the end. But it was too sunny for me to continue after sometime. The guides waited for me when i got tired and adviced to take a scheduled bus at that time half way. They had a great understanding of the weather, the path and the wild. It was one such memorable trek. Thankyou Manambolly team for the support and showing me wonderful things.
Manambolly trek
Nice simple trek. We spotted a leopard! And lots of birds and also sambar deer. This isn't a regular occurence though, quite rare.
Manambolly Trek amidst thick forest and great wildlife
My family did this trek on 15/aug and the reason why we chose this despite a 3.5 hrs drive from coimbatore is that we get to trek for 16+ kms. All other options were shorter distances. The rain started early in the morning as we approached the hills after Aliyar and continued till our descent late evening. Despite rains, we proceed to trek with 4 guides, all young locals. We started from Uralikal checkpost to the powerhouse downhill approx 9kms away. The trek was through beaten roads amidst lush forest. We did get to see sambar deers, a crocodile by the stream near the power house and a variety of birds. Took us about 3 hours to reach the power house because of incessant rains and multiple small stops to pick away the leeches that would stick to our feet. We were served a small meal as we reached and we shouldve trekked our way back if not for the rains. We were completely drenched and preferred to take the bus instead that leaves from the powerstation at 1pm back to Uralikal check post. Few pointers for trekkers who look to book this route - please carry rainwear, poly pouches to keep your phones / electronics and a spare set of clothes / footwear in case you have a long travel after the trek. There are a lot of leeches - please surf net for multiple ways you can keep them away. Carry some light snacks if you are a picky eater. Else you will get some basic stuff at 2 tea shops adjacent to the check post. Good initiative by trek tamilnadu for having mapped such routes for people who would love a trek on weekends. One suggestion and a very important one - important for people to not litter around on such pristine environment. There were a lot of poly and other litter especially at the power house where there is a guest house and some EB accommodation. Waste management is critical and tourists need to be educated to trek responsibiliy as well to leave as less footprint as possible to not affect the forest life.
Immersive Trek In the Valparai Hills
My first trek with Trek Tamilnadu along with my family took me deep within the Shola forest. The trek starts as a downhill walk of 8 Km, and then, there's an option of climbing uphill the same way and reaching the starting point, or waiting for a once-a-day bus at around 1 PM to take us back to Valparai. We were accompanied by two guides, Prabhu and Prabha, and they pointed out animals like the Malabar Giant Squirrel, the Lion-tailed Macaque and the Common Macaque, many different birds and specific trees and plant varieties. Inhaled the fragrance of leaves of wild plants like ginger, lemon and coriander. An enriching experience taking in the beauty of nature with our senses.
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