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CHEMBRA 

 


Wayanad is a highly popular trekking destination that lies in Western Ghats. Rocky hills and green valleys together constitute the district. Tucked away at an altitude of 2100 meters from the sea level, Chembra peak is the highest point in Wayanad.

Trekking to this peak is an extremely risky experience as the rocks are very slippery. The continuous rain makes the trail wet for most of the season. The rain keeps the heart-shaped lake at the top of the Chembra peak perennial.

Chembra is located near Meppady town which is about 8 km south of Kalpatta. It will be a refreshing experience for tourists to stay in temporary tents beside the Chembra lake as the sight beneath is breathtaking.

The whole of Wayanad lies all around you in its virgin beauty-in every shade of green and sky of bewitching blue interspersed with buttery white clouds. The emerald waters of the lakes winds and shimmers like a mythical snake winding around the peaks.

Trekking up the peak top takes almost a day. One has to procure prior permission to trek up the hill from Meppadi forest office. With the blanket of mist, wrapping up the mountain on all sides, Chembra peak is an enchanting sight. As the cold breeze blows, the misty layer clears briefly, only to rush back in no time.

The heart-shaped lake that lies en route the top of the peak is an enchanting sight. Though it never dries up, the water in this lake is not suitable for drinking. For photography enthusiasts, trekking up Chembra is sure to be a memorable experience as great snaps are guaranteed. Tourists can avail service of guides provided by the District Tourism Promotion Council. Trekking equipments too can be hired.

Camping out in the open on the hill top, for a day or two, with cool winds rustling your tents is a pleasure only for trekking freaks – but then it is an experience of a lifetime for all.



How to reach


Apart from the buses that are run by the Kerala and Karnataka state governments, many private buses too ply in the Kozhikode-Bengaluru route. Tourists going to Chembra, should get down at Chundale, which is about six kilometers from Kalpatta, and catch another bus to Meppadi. Meppadi is at a distance of 11 kms from Chundale.