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Vagamon tour: A blend of adventure and nature

Soaring in the air with colorful wings, all worries drift away, waving in the rhythm of the cool breeze - it feels like heaven to me.

The moment the legs left the ground, floating in the air, with a guide behind to control the flow. The sacred door opened to me, pushing gently into a world where I could see only the green valleys and hills. Around and around I went with my colorful wings, like a hawk, through the clouds, feeling the calmness of breath - a bag of adventure up in the air!

You just heard about the experience of a person who went paragliding with no prior experience in Vagamon. If you feel like flying, it's time to experience adventure at Vagamon. Like she said, it's a heaven filled with the love of nature and the wildness of adventure. The right blend you will always desire.

Come, let's explore Vagamon.

Vagamon - the journey begins!

Vagamon is no secret for travelers. The small hill town in the Idukki district is one of the finest destinations to enjoy your holidays. Whether you plan a 2-day trip or a longer stay, Vagamon will captivate you with all its charm.

If Vagamon (Wagamon) is a word to be added to the glossary then it will look like: A place with hills, meadows, plantations, and everything you need to love about nature. Plus, the backdrop to go off-road and get a touch of ariel view with paragliding.

Vagamon is perfect for any season. However, winter is ideal for adventurous plans like paragliding as the climate around that time will be more favorable.

You can reach this beautiful place in many ways, based on your mode of transport. If you are flying, you can land at Cochin airport and travel 95 KM. Kottayam is the nearest railway station, which is just 63 KM away. By road, you only need to pack yourself and use a map.

Adventurous Vagamon

Paragliding

First thing first, if you feel like flying, paragliding is a must-do. It's an experience to witness the panoramic views in real-time without anything in the middle to obstruct the view. You get an option for video coverage to tap the fun and run it anytime you love to see it again.

Off-road time

If you love traveling to places that give you a bumpy yet thrilling ride, consider some off-road adventure time. You can choose the option to visit Ulupunni or pine forests by jeep. It's an option, and never bother if you love trekking more.

Trekking

Vagamon offers one more adventurous treasure - trekking. Murugan Mala, Thangal Para, Mottakunnu, and Kurushumala are a few options you can consider for trekking. The experience will be great and suitable for all age groups.

Around the place - Vagamon 360

Now that you have gone through the phase of adventure time, it is time to relax and enjoy nature.

Vagamon Lake:

Situated between the three hills, the lake has a great view while gliding across the serene waters on a paddleboat. While on the boat, you could see the beautiful flowers blossoming around the lake, the mist floating around you, and the calmness loaded with a fluke of nature. Vagamon Lake is perfect for leisure time and taking a few snaps, as you may have seen a glimpse of the lake on silver screens.

Pine Forest:

Who will say no to going around a place rich in thick pines and sandy soil? Vagamon is famous for its pine forests; you will at least have a picture of them if you have searched for this place. The gigantic trees around the forest will make us feel how small we are and the fun part of looking at them as little creatures. You can also spot varieties of beautiful plants and flowers around the place.

Ulipooni Wildlife Sanctuary:

At the heart of Vagamon lies a sanctuary, the home of many species. The beauty of this world is balance in harmony among the living and the nature. The sanctuary maintains this and echoes how far this truth must stay in our hearts forever. Biodiversity at its best!

The Meadows

Imagine yourself being in a vibrant place where you can see the beauty of our mother earth - the lust of green, ghosts of violet, politeness of brown, guest appearances of red and yellow; a tapestry woven with nature's vibrant palette. If you take a snap of these meadows, it will etch in your eyes forever.

Moopanpara, the Suicide Point

Sitting on a carpet and watching the beautiful sunrise or sunset gives you a glimpse of the law of nature. Witnessing the breathtaking spectacle of sunrise or sunset will catch your brain with wisdom and perfection. At Moopanpara, darkness gives way to light and vice versa, illuminating our way of life.

Echo Point

A pure viewpoint situated 6 KM away from the town is a great place to stop and spend some time. From here, you could see the depths covered with mist and wildflowers. As the name suggests, if you scream, you can hear your sound's echoes rippling repeatedly.

Kurushumala Ashram

It is a monastery situated 4000 feet above sea level. Kurushumala Ashram is known for its pleasantness. The ashram is situated near the border of the Kottayam-Idukki districts and maintains a peaceful atmosphere. Access to this place is restricted and may require special appointments to feel how pure the place will feel.

Murugan Mala

Murugan Mala is a place for trekking and seeing the Murugan temple at the top of the hill. It is comparatively a small hill situated 2 KM away from Kurushumala Ashram.

Vagamon Glass Bridge:

A walk to remember is the perfect phrase you will hear if you go through the glass bridge. You will see what's beneath you while walking through the bridge, made of transparent and thick glass. 3500 feet above sea level, standing at the edge of the bridge is a stunning visual, watching the depths of hills and the sky above you.

Apart from these places, you can add a few more to your list based on your plan at Vagamon. The Uluppuni tunnel, Thangalpara, Karikadu viewpoint, Marmala waterfalls, Mundakayam, and Ilikkal Kallu are among the other sights in Vagamon that you can visit.

Vagamon offers visitors an unforgettable retreat with everything from heart-pounding adventure to soul-stirring reconciliation. So gather your belongings and head down to Vagamon's undulating hills to find your little paradise!

We assure you that once you visit Vagamon, you will want to return another day.

It's a beautiful place that welcomes everyone to its radar and sprinkles the spell of visit soon again