You don't need a fat wallet to touch the clouds.
The Transport Hack
Skip the private cab (₹3000). Take the KSRTC Bus from Munnar Depot.
Cost: ₹40-50.
Timings: Frequent buses starting from 7:30 AM. The ride itself is an adventure.
Cheap Eats
Avoid tourist resorts. Eat at the small 'Mess Houses' in the village.
Menu: Rice, Sambar, Fish Fry.
Cost: ₹80 - ₹100 per meal. Unlimited rice.
Budget Stays
Bring your own tent? Some landowners allow pitching for a small fee (₹300-500). Or book a basic dormitory bed in the village homestays.
Total cost for 2 days: Can be done under ₹2,500 if you travel like a local.
