Chembra Peak - Highest peak of the Wayanad

Located close to Meppadi town and just 8 km South of the district capital Kalpetta, stands the highest peak of the Wayanad hill range, the Chembra Peak at an altitude of 2100 meters above sea level. The Chembra peak offers a panoramic view of not only the entire Wayanad, but also a large chunk of Kozhikode, Malappuram and Nilgiri districts. The peak is lush greenery also famous for its heart shaped natural lake at the midst of the trek. The forest department office at Meppadi issues permits and tickets at 7 in the morning till 2 PM. However, you might have to leave the top by 3 in the afternoon, if there are chances of rain.

Tourists are not allowed to stay atop the hill. So, it is best recommended to start the trekking latest by 10 AM as rains are considered to be frequent in the evening time. The trek takes around 4 hours to complete. The drive to the starting point is a kind of treat for our eyes as we go through rolling tea gardens. Though the trek may vary from moderate to difficult range, the views at the top of the hill will be the mix of tea & coffee plantations and the reserve forests, depending upon the weather though. Getting engulfed by clouds on top of a hill is an experience in itself.