Charalkunnu is an emerging hotbed of tourist activity in Kerala. It is situated near Ranni in Pathanamthitta district of Kerala. This picture-perfect destination with an exotic location, velvet green surroundings is a honeymooner's paradise and it offers a majestic view of hills.

From this vantage point, the views of sunrise and sunset are exceptionally beautiful and panoramic. The low lying valleys and the streams meandering close to these valleys adds extra charm to this hill station. The serene atmosphere of the place attracts solitude seekers. Majority of this hill station is occupied by dense forests and evergreen forests that houses a wide array of flora and fauna.

The camp house which is situated on the base of the Charalkunnu hills with the backdrop of forests offers soothing relief to the senses. This camp house is run by a Christian establishment which offers good space to spend the leisure time. On the premises of the camp house, there is a small chapel which is ideal for meditation.

The ceiling of the Chapel which is constructed in such a manner that in the summer months of the April to May, when sunlight falls on the ceiling it forms a reflection of Jesus Christ’s face on the floor which forms the unique feature of the chapel. The hill station also offers a bird's eye view of the nearby valleys and is an ideal place to refresh and rejuvenate.

Highlights

• Charalkunnu is a picture-perfect hill station in Kerala which is situated on the banks of the river Pampa.
• This picturesque location in Pathanamthitta district of Kerala is a honeymooner's paradise.
• The place has an exotic location, velvet green surroundings, and offers a majestic view of hills.
• Charalkunnu is also known for offering amazing views of sunrise and sunset.
• Majority of the place is occupied by dense forests and evergreen forests that houses a wide array of flora and fauna.
• This tourist destination boasts many interesting trekking trails and a variety of picturesque picnic spots.
• The camp houses in this beautiful destination offer reasonable and comfortable accommodation facilities to its lodgers.
• Kumbhavuruthy Waterfall and Perunthenaruvi Waterfalls are the other attractions of this place.
• The place also offers cycling and mountain biking adventure activities.

Best Time to Visit

September to March is the best time to visit Charalkunnu.

Mornings and evenings are slightly cool, and the place remains little warmer the entire day. Daytime can be humid too. The weather remains pleasant and perfect for visiting this place all year round.

Way to Reach

 By Air - Trivandrum International Airport is the nearest airport to Charalkunnu which is about 123 Km away. From there, you can hire a taxi or board a state transport buses to reach Charalkunnu.

 By Rail - Thiruvalla Railway Station is the nearest railway station to Charalkunnu which is about 17 Km away. From there, you can hire a taxi or board a state transport buses to reach Charalkunnu.

 By Road - Many state transport and private buses are available to Charalkunnu at frequent intervals. Charalkunnu hills are just 5 Km away from Kozhencherry and about 17 Km away from Pathanamthitta.

Monday through Sunday, all day