Camp Above the Clouds

5/5.0 (69 Reviews)

  Vagamon , Kerala

Highlights

Panoramic View

Ideal for Stargazing

Most Popular

Remoteness

About the campsite
Camping is an activity that takes you as far away from civilization & as close to nature as possible. Camp above the clouds - Vagamon does exactly that. It takes you right out of your cubicles, hectic city life, mundane routine and puts you right into Nature’s wonderland called Vagamon.

Vagamon, also called the Scotland of Asia is a gorgeous little hill station located in Idukki district of Kerala. With people frequenting even tiniest of the hill stations around us Vagamon comes as a breath of fresh air that still remains untouched.

Offering breathtaking views of the Western Ghats & the valley below; wake up within the idyllic serenity of the distant mountains & surreal sight of clouds below you. Situated 1:30 hours away from Kumily, you can spend your days exploring the nature trails leading to virgin streams or simply relax with a book as you soak up the fresh mountain air and tranquility of woods. - It’s a paradise for nature lovers.
Activities
Waterfalls Visit
Campfire
Stargazing
Hiking
Amenities
Western Toilets
Bedding & Blanket
Parking Facility
Stay in Dome Tents
Meals
Safety Features
Gated Private Campsite
First Aid Kit
Backup Cottage
Itinerary
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Day 1
Morning:

Waterfalls Visit
Reach Kumily & Get picked-up by Jeep at 9.30 am and head to a Waterfalls for a refreshing dip (If you are coming by your own transport, this is a self explore activity & location will be shared)

Noon:

Check In Post waterfalls visit check-into campsite by 1.00 pm

Hiking
Finish lunch & hike to the tent area (approx 1.5 kms). If you opt for Jeep pickup, you could either reach the tent area by Jeep or load your luggage in the Jeep & hike to the tent area

Sunset Hike
Settle into your tents, explore campsite & start for a sunset hike to a nearby peak (1.5 kms)

Night:

Campfire
Return from the hike, finish tea & biscuits, relax for a bit and assemble for Campfire

Stargazing
Post campfire finish dinner & indulge in a magical DIY stargazing experience. This would be a self taught experience through Sky Map / Sky View app

Day 2
Morning:

Check Out Wake up to the magical sight of frothing clouds below you. Take a refreshing stroll to the peak for clicking pics & return to the campsite for breakfast. Post breakfast pack your bags & checkout

Noon:

Vagamon Meadows Visit
Visit one of the most unique landscapes of South India - Vagamon Meadows. This would be a self explore activity if you are travelling using your own mode of transport

Pine Forest Visit
Head to Vagamon Pineforest to click photographs. And from there return to your respective destinations

Included in the price:

Lunch, Snacks, Dinner, Evening Tea on Day 1 (Veg / Non-Veg)
Breakfast on Day 2 (Veg + Egg)
Stay in Camping tents with mats, sleeping bags / blankets
Campfire

Important Info

Check-In - 12.30 pm
Check-Out - 11.00 am

Accessible By:
Bikes, Cars & Public Transport (Bus + Jeep)

Jeep Pick-up:
Jeep could be arranged at an additional cost of Rs. 5000/Jeep (600/Person approx).
Jeep could accomodate 7-8 people. The Jeep would pick you up from Kumily in the morning, take you to a private waterfalls (Basic change room available), stop at a couple of view points and bring you to the campsite.

The same jeep would pick you up again from the campsite on day 2, take you to Vagamon Meadows, Paal Ozhugum Parai Waterfalls / Pine Forest, any preferred lunch place then drop you back in the evening at Kumily. 

Best Time to visit:
May - January

Cancellation Policy:

  • 75% refund for all cancellations done 7 days before the date of stay
  • No refund for cancellations within 7 days from the date of stay
  • Booking dates cannot be transferred / rescheduled
  • Incase of govt. imposed lockdowns / Covid disruptions, option to reschedule booking to any other date within a year will be given. No refund will be issued.
  • Refunds if any will be credited to the source account in 7 working days 

Tent area has no electricity. It is advisable to carry a battery bank for charging phones. 
Not suitable for elderly people.
Waterfalls may be thin/with lesser water during summer months. 

Campsite Rules
No Littering
Valid ID required
How to get here?
1) Drive to the campsite on your own.

2) You can also reach Kumily from Bangalore, Coimbatore, etc, by bus and avail jeep pickup to camp spot & back at Rs. 5200/jeep (A jeep could accommodate 8 ppl)

3) Nearest Railway Station is Kottayam. From there Jeeps could be availed (Reach-out to camp host for assistance)
Map

Exact location to be shared on booking

69 Reviews
Roshna Aasif
(5/5.0)

These guys already have all good reviews no doubt about it, it's absolutely well organised camping nothing went wrong even if, they have plan B, plan C. We traveled with 2.5 yr old kid to Vagamon camp. Such a great gift I can give it to my young traveler. He enjoyed star gazing, tent stay, playing in water and what not. They took personal care of each one when my kid wants to use loo the camp organizer drove us to toilet at the base camp 10 min away from where we stayed. If you are thinking of a different travel experience. Don't have any second thoughts. Just opt for Exoticamp.

Subhiksha Venkat
(5/5.0)

For someone who doesn’t even commute by public transport, the idea of Camping, sleeping inside a tent, travelling by a sleeper bus sounded like a recurring nightmare. But that particular weekend trip to Vagamon via Exoticamp literally changed my perception. Well, if staring into the dark sky & counting the number of stars or realising that you are just a thin sheet away from getting drenched in the thunderous rain doesn’t bring you closer to nature, I don’t know what else would. Hanging around with Complete strangers, sharing midnight maggi with them, acting brave but literally peeing inside listening to 3 am ghost stories are experiences which you can NEVER get it anywhere except Exoticamp and I am glad I broke up with my inhibitions and chose to try them out. I am eyeing on their beach camp next so edra vandiyaaaaaaa!

Meenakshi Sankar
(5/5.0)

We all had great fun at their vagamon camp. It's rare that a camping experience caters to the need of all age groups. It was very well organized and safe. Kudos exoticamp! Keep up the good work! :) Looking forward to more such trips with you :D

Evellyn Jane
(5/5.0)

Camping with friends was something which on my bucket list for a long time so joined the exoticamp team to camp at vagamon. The entire trip was meticulously arranged ( food,transport,camp) and well organised by Vijay and his team.They not only ensured we enjoyed every moment but also ensured the safety of the people in camp.Had a memorable time with friends something to be cherished for a lifetime.Worth every penny spent!! Want to have a camping experience think no more join exoticamp these people are truly amazing!!



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