Way older than the Himalayas, the Western Ghats form a massive mountain chain running down the western coast of India. UNESCO put this entire region on the list because it is one of the top eight biological hotspots on earth. It is loaded with rare plants and animals, dramatic cliffs, and thick tropical forests.
Since the area covers several states, pick a specific spot like Munnar, Wayanad, or Coorg for your trip. You can trek through high grasslands, explore rolling tea estates, or crash at a colonial-era coffee plantation.
October to February is ideal for clear skies and trekking. But if you want to see dramatic waterfalls and misty hills, visiting during the monsoon from June to September is purely magical.
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