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.
Waterfalls Visit Reach Kumily, freshen-up, finish breakfast (on you) and start to a guided waterfalls visit (There are basic change rooms at the falls)
Noon:
Hiking Post waterfalls dip, drive towards the base camp; check-out few view points en-route and reach base camp for lunch. Post lunch hike to the tent area.
Sunset Hike Settle down into your tents, finish tea and take a stroll to a nearby peak for a fantabulous sunset
Night:
Campfire Return from the hike, finish dinner and assemble for a fun filled campfire session
Stargazing Near zero light pollution and remoteness of the campsite allows for a great stargazing experience. Download Skymap / Sky View app and indulge in DIY stargazing
Day 2
Noon:
Check Out Wake up to a lazy morning tea, explore the campsite; click pics; finish breakfast and check-out from the campsite
Vagamon Meadows Visit Visit unique meadows of Vagamon, Pine forest & Paal ozhugum paarai (Subject to weather) and start your journey towards Kumily
Check Out Reach kumily, indulge in some spice shopping and start your return journey back to Chennai
Important Info
This will be a monsoon camping experience (June - August). Be prepared for rains. No refund or transfer of dates will be given due to rains.
Trip starts - 10.00 am Trip ends - 05:00 pm
Accessible By: Bikes, Cars & Public Transport (Bus + Jeep)
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.
Exoticamp facilitates transportation for campers' convenience. We cannot be held responsible for any transportation related risks.
Cost Includes: Stay in Camping tents (Twin shared if your are a solo traveller) with basic bedding & blankets Guided Waterfalls Visit Vagamon Meadows Visit Campfire Day 1 Lunch (Veg/Non-Veg), Evening Tea & Dinner (Veg/Non-Veg) Day 2 Breakfast (Veg/Egg) & Morning Tea Services of a camphost from Kumily
Cost Excludes: Transportation (unless otherwise opted for) Rs200/vehicle for Waterfalls parking Any other personal expenses Anything other than the above list of inclusions
Campsite Rules
No Alcohol
No Smoking
No Littering
Valid ID required
How to get here?
1) Drive to the campsite on your own bike / car. We will share the location.
2) Reach Kumily by Bus, Car or Bike (park safely) and avail our Jeep pickup and drop service Rs.750/person both way from Kumily and back. Can pay that separately later after booking the event.
Wonderful Experience on a first visit. I always have had a doubt whether it would be safe and secure to travel with family. But after camping - I would say to the ppl having the same thought: "Pls delete it from your mind" and have a good time. The way the Host is engaging/ supporting the group is definitely commendable..2x times worth the money you pay.. Looking forward to travel more campsites with them !!
Vidhiya Kumar
(5/5.0)
I really started enjoying the camps with Exoticamp and this was my third trip with them. Well organised pickup, stay and coordination.
We reached Kumily and Exoticamp had tie-up with 2 restaurants there. But we also have public toilets/ bathrooms to refresh with 2 floors which are also very neat and clean. You may use any of these.
Then the jeep driver picked up and there the excitement started. Falls, sunset hike point, stay, campfire and the group was really awesome. It was so nice to sleep inside a tent when it was raining, which we should really feel it once in lifetime. The morning drizzle and then the mist made us feel so fresh.
The places they subsequently took us are also very nice places. The campfire session with dance was very good, which everyone enjoyed. The only thing which we cannot expect is a variety of foods. But, the one that they provided was also good.
For the overall experience, I would rate 5 for this trip.I am waiting to do more trips with Exoticamp which I feel very safe and secure for woman traveller.
Vyshali Vijayakumar
(5/5.0)
Me and my friends went on trip to Vagamon 'camping above the clouds', as the name we literally was camping above the clouds. It was raining throughout the stay but exotic made all preparations ahead. We met new people with whom now we are planning trips together . i would definitely suggest to go ahead with whatever trip you are planning with exotic . Thanks for the amazing memories, will definitely plan more trips with you guys!!
Shanwin Nutritiontherapy
(5/5.0)
A review about my SOLO TREKKING from the bottom of my heart
I have been nosophobic (fear of any disease and for me it was covid) I have been caged inside my house for 18 months almost and my life was void. I dint have any way to escape this stress and anxiety. I dint have opportunities to let this out to people as well. So travelling was one way i want to try but wasnt sure if it was rite time to travel.
I din't have much comforting people around to travel as well. So decided to travel alone. But trust me i was so nervous to even enquire about treks and travel. But somehow forced myself to do coz i cant hold anymore inside. I know i will lose myself by being inside (high perks of stress and anxiety)
Exoticamp appeared in social media when I started looking for places to go out. The moment I saw the plan, I decided to register but I took 3-4 days to check with few people about safety, stay and food.
I blindly booked the camp after reading few online reviews (thats all I could collect). Valparai and pollachi was the actual plan. But Valparai was closed 2 days before our planned date. Trust me if it was someone else, they would have cancelled the plan without taking risk but these people came up with a new plan immediately to Kandhalur and they said "will make sure your weekends are well spent and memorable" I dont know if this was miracle but I was amazed with the passion of the team and the spontaneous way of thinking situation from the other person's end. My life would have been the same if this plan was cancelled. I started looking this trip in a very different perspective.
We had an amazing trip. Comfy tent with a view point of mountains in front, yum food that has no compromise on quality and quantity(Nutritionist approved ) ,super safety for womens to travel alone. And no where I was restricted with anything. I took my own time to wander around the spots, my comfortable clothing and what not. It was a super chilled out trip.
I got a new family, every human out in the trip was so lovely and comforting. Most of them came as a group but every single people loved me and made me comfortable. I came home with a mini family and loads of memories. I can still hear the sounds of water from the falls and the birds chirping in the wildlife trek. It will stay in my heart forever.
Exoticamp has something immensely special than what they portray in the social medias. Lovely, passion people, very positive attitude, kind hearted and they are a bundle of God sent angel to me in my life. I will forever cherish this trip in my life. Thank you guys for getting me out of a phobia totally
You can expect me to a part of your exoticamp every month in any of your camps Thank you so much once again guys
Kiran
(5/5.0)
Wonderful Experience on a first visit. I always have had a doubt whether it would be safe and secure to travel with family. But after camping - I would say to the ppl having the same thought: "Pls delete it from your mind" and have a good time. The way the Host is engaging/ supporting the group is definitely commendable..2x times worth the money you pay.. Looking forward to travel more campsites with them !!
Vidhiya Kumar
(5/5.0)
I really started enjoying the camps with Exoticamp and this was my third trip with them. Well organised pickup, stay and coordination.
We reached Kumily and Exoticamp had tie-up with 2 restaurants there. But we also have public toilets/ bathrooms to refresh with 2 floors which are also very neat and clean. You may use any of these.
Then the jeep driver picked up and there the excitement started. Falls, sunset hike point, stay, campfire and the group was really awesome. It was so nice to sleep inside a tent when it was raining, which we should really feel it once in lifetime. The morning drizzle and then the mist made us feel so fresh.
The places they subsequently took us are also very nice places. The campfire session with dance was very good, which everyone enjoyed. The only thing which we cannot expect is a variety of foods. But, the one that they provided was also good.
For the overall experience, I would rate 5 for this trip.I am waiting to do more trips with Exoticamp which I feel very safe and secure for woman traveller.
Vyshali Vijayakumar
(5/5.0)
Me and my friends went on trip to Vagamon 'camping above the clouds', as the name we literally was camping above the clouds. It was raining throughout the stay but exotic made all preparations ahead. We met new people with whom now we are planning trips together . i would definitely suggest to go ahead with whatever trip you are planning with exotic . Thanks for the amazing memories, will definitely plan more trips with you guys!!
Shanwin Nutritiontherapy
(5/5.0)
A review about my SOLO TREKKING from the bottom of my heart
I have been nosophobic (fear of any disease and for me it was covid) I have been caged inside my house for 18 months almost and my life was void. I dint have any way to escape this stress and anxiety. I dint have opportunities to let this out to people as well. So travelling was one way i want to try but wasnt sure if it was rite time to travel.
I din't have much comforting people around to travel as well. So decided to travel alone. But trust me i was so nervous to even enquire about treks and travel. But somehow forced myself to do coz i cant hold anymore inside. I know i will lose myself by being inside (high perks of stress and anxiety)
Exoticamp appeared in social media when I started looking for places to go out. The moment I saw the plan, I decided to register but I took 3-4 days to check with few people about safety, stay and food.
I blindly booked the camp after reading few online reviews (thats all I could collect). Valparai and pollachi was the actual plan. But Valparai was closed 2 days before our planned date. Trust me if it was someone else, they would have cancelled the plan without taking risk but these people came up with a new plan immediately to Kandhalur and they said "will make sure your weekends are well spent and memorable" I dont know if this was miracle but I was amazed with the passion of the team and the spontaneous way of thinking situation from the other person's end. My life would have been the same if this plan was cancelled. I started looking this trip in a very different perspective.
We had an amazing trip. Comfy tent with a view point of mountains in front, yum food that has no compromise on quality and quantity(Nutritionist approved ) ,super safety for womens to travel alone. And no where I was restricted with anything. I took my own time to wander around the spots, my comfortable clothing and what not. It was a super chilled out trip.
I got a new family, every human out in the trip was so lovely and comforting. Most of them came as a group but every single people loved me and made me comfortable. I came home with a mini family and loads of memories. I can still hear the sounds of water from the falls and the birds chirping in the wildlife trek. It will stay in my heart forever.
Exoticamp has something immensely special than what they portray in the social medias. Lovely, passion people, very positive attitude, kind hearted and they are a bundle of God sent angel to me in my life. I will forever cherish this trip in my life. Thank you guys for getting me out of a phobia totally
You can expect me to a part of your exoticamp every month in any of your camps Thank you so much once again guys
Kiran
(5/5.0)
Wonderful Experience on a first visit. I always have had a doubt whether it would be safe and secure to travel with family. But after camping - I would say to the ppl having the same thought: "Pls delete it from your mind" and have a good time. The way the Host is engaging/ supporting the group is definitely commendable..2x times worth the money you pay.. Looking forward to travel more campsites with them !!
Vidhiya Kumar
(5/5.0)
I really started enjoying the camps with Exoticamp and this was my third trip with them. Well organised pickup, stay and coordination.
We reached Kumily and Exoticamp had tie-up with 2 restaurants there. But we also have public toilets/ bathrooms to refresh with 2 floors which are also very neat and clean. You may use any of these.
Then the jeep driver picked up and there the excitement started. Falls, sunset hike point, stay, campfire and the group was really awesome. It was so nice to sleep inside a tent when it was raining, which we should really feel it once in lifetime. The morning drizzle and then the mist made us feel so fresh.
The places they subsequently took us are also very nice places. The campfire session with dance was very good, which everyone enjoyed. The only thing which we cannot expect is a variety of foods. But, the one that they provided was also good.
For the overall experience, I would rate 5 for this trip.I am waiting to do more trips with Exoticamp which I feel very safe and secure for woman traveller.
Vyshali Vijayakumar
(5/5.0)
Me and my friends went on trip to Vagamon 'camping above the clouds', as the name we literally was camping above the clouds. It was raining throughout the stay but exotic made all preparations ahead. We met new people with whom now we are planning trips together . i would definitely suggest to go ahead with whatever trip you are planning with exotic . Thanks for the amazing memories, will definitely plan more trips with you guys!!
Shanwin Nutritiontherapy
(5/5.0)
A review about my SOLO TREKKING from the bottom of my heart
I have been nosophobic (fear of any disease and for me it was covid) I have been caged inside my house for 18 months almost and my life was void. I dint have any way to escape this stress and anxiety. I dint have opportunities to let this out to people as well. So travelling was one way i want to try but wasnt sure if it was rite time to travel.
I din't have much comforting people around to travel as well. So decided to travel alone. But trust me i was so nervous to even enquire about treks and travel. But somehow forced myself to do coz i cant hold anymore inside. I know i will lose myself by being inside (high perks of stress and anxiety)
Exoticamp appeared in social media when I started looking for places to go out. The moment I saw the plan, I decided to register but I took 3-4 days to check with few people about safety, stay and food.
I blindly booked the camp after reading few online reviews (thats all I could collect). Valparai and pollachi was the actual plan. But Valparai was closed 2 days before our planned date. Trust me if it was someone else, they would have cancelled the plan without taking risk but these people came up with a new plan immediately to Kandhalur and they said "will make sure your weekends are well spent and memorable" I dont know if this was miracle but I was amazed with the passion of the team and the spontaneous way of thinking situation from the other person's end. My life would have been the same if this plan was cancelled. I started looking this trip in a very different perspective.
We had an amazing trip. Comfy tent with a view point of mountains in front, yum food that has no compromise on quality and quantity(Nutritionist approved ) ,super safety for womens to travel alone. And no where I was restricted with anything. I took my own time to wander around the spots, my comfortable clothing and what not. It was a super chilled out trip.
I got a new family, every human out in the trip was so lovely and comforting. Most of them came as a group but every single people loved me and made me comfortable. I came home with a mini family and loads of memories. I can still hear the sounds of water from the falls and the birds chirping in the wildlife trek. It will stay in my heart forever.
Exoticamp has something immensely special than what they portray in the social medias. Lovely, passion people, very positive attitude, kind hearted and they are a bundle of God sent angel to me in my life. I will forever cherish this trip in my life. Thank you guys for getting me out of a phobia totally
You can expect me to a part of your exoticamp every month in any of your camps Thank you so much once again guys
sathian govind
(5/5.0)
My first camping experience with exoticamp and also my first camping experience with a group of strangers, who are my friends/family now. Each and every single thing, right from pickup, stay, food till drop was well organised. At every spot, they ensure that we get enough time to completely enjoy and experience the beauty of nature. We had a great time interacting with people coming from different places, sharing our life experiences. The hosts made sure that they engage us in this social interaction, which will surely help me in one or the other point of my life. Special mention to the hosts who were with us throughout the camp, they too have become our friends now.
Shanwin Nutritiontherapy
(5/5.0)
A review about my SOLO TREKKING from the bottom of my heart
I have been nosophobic (fear of any disease and for me it was covid) I have been caged inside my house for 18 months almost and my life was void. I dint have any way to escape this stress and anxiety. I dint have opportunities to let this out to people as well. So travelling was one way i want to try but wasnt sure if it was rite time to travel.
I din't have much comforting people around to travel as well. So decided to travel alone. But trust me i was so nervous to even enquire about treks and travel. But somehow forced myself to do coz i cant hold anymore inside. I know i will lose myself by being inside (high perks of stress and anxiety)
Exoticamp appeared in social media when I started looking for places to go out. The moment I saw the plan, I decided to register but I took 3-4 days to check with few people about safety, stay and food.
I blindly booked the camp after reading few online reviews (thats all I could collect). Valparai and pollachi was the actual plan. But Valparai was closed 2 days before our planned date. Trust me if it was someone else, they would have cancelled the plan without taking risk but these people came up with a new plan immediately to Kandhalur and they said "will make sure your weekends are well spent and memorable" I dont know if this was miracle but I was amazed with the passion of the team and the spontaneous way of thinking situation from the other person's end. My life would have been the same if this plan was cancelled. I started looking this trip in a very different perspective.
We had an amazing trip. Comfy tent with a view point of mountains in front, yum food that has no compromise on quality and quantity(Nutritionist approved ) ,super safety for womens to travel alone. And no where I was restricted with anything. I took my own time to wander around the spots, my comfortable clothing and what not. It was a super chilled out trip.
I got a new family, every human out in the trip was so lovely and comforting. Most of them came as a group but every single people loved me and made me comfortable. I came home with a mini family and loads of memories. I can still hear the sounds of water from the falls and the birds chirping in the wildlife trek. It will stay in my heart forever.
Exoticamp has something immensely special than what they portray in the social medias. Lovely, passion people, very positive attitude, kind hearted and they are a bundle of God sent angel to me in my life. I will forever cherish this trip in my life. Thank you guys for getting me out of a phobia totally
You can expect me to a part of your exoticamp every month in any of your camps Thank you so much once again guys
Vyshali Vijayakumar
(5/5.0)
Me and my friends went on trip to Vagamon 'camping above the clouds', as the name we literally was camping above the clouds. It was raining throughout the stay but exotic made all preparations ahead. We met new people with whom now we are planning trips together . i would definitely suggest to go ahead with whatever trip you are planning with exotic . Thanks for the amazing memories, will definitely plan more trips with you guys!!
Vidhiya Kumar
(5/5.0)
I really started enjoying the camps with Exoticamp and this was my third trip with them. Well organised pickup, stay and coordination.
We reached Kumily and Exoticamp had tie-up with 2 restaurants there. But we also have public toilets/ bathrooms to refresh with 2 floors which are also very neat and clean. You may use any of these.
Then the jeep driver picked up and there the excitement started. Falls, sunset hike point, stay, campfire and the group was really awesome. It was so nice to sleep inside a tent when it was raining, which we should really feel it once in lifetime. The morning drizzle and then the mist made us feel so fresh.
The places they subsequently took us are also very nice places. The campfire session with dance was very good, which everyone enjoyed. The only thing which we cannot expect is a variety of foods. But, the one that they provided was also good.
For the overall experience, I would rate 5 for this trip.I am waiting to do more trips with Exoticamp which I feel very safe and secure for woman traveller.