Overview
Chimmini Amphi Trek is a unique guided trekking experience in Chimmini Wildlife Sanctuary, Kerala, offering an exciting combination of forest trails, streams and natural landscapes. Covering approximately 8 KM, this moderate-difficulty trek takes you through the beautiful evergreen, deciduous and semi-evergreen forests of Chimmini. The trek gets its name from the amphibious nature of the experience, where trekkers explore both land and water, including stream sections along the route. Along with the forest exploration, the experience includes a scenic viewpoint and Kottavanji experience, making it a perfect adventure for nature lovers and trekking enthusiasts looking to explore the offbeat beauty of Kerala. The Chimmini Amphi Trek includes a guided trek, breakfast, lunch, snacks, mineral water and sanctuary entry.
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Trek Name | Chimmini Amphi Trek |
| Distance | 8 KM |
| Difficulty | Moderate |
| Pickup Point | Ernakulam South Railway Station |
| Pickup Time | 4:00 AM |
| Minimum Age | 15 Years |
| Trek Type | Guided Trek |
| Special Experience | Land & Streams, Kottavanji, Forests & Viewpoint |
Detailed Itinerary
| Day | Date | Itinerary |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | 4:00 AM | Pickup from Ernakulam South Railway Station |
| Morning | Arrive at Chimmini Wildlife Sanctuary | |
| Morning | Breakfast | |
| After Breakfast | Start the 8 KM Amphi Trek | |
| Forest exploration & stream crossings | ||
| Trek Time | Kottavanji Experience | |
| Lunch & return journey | ||
| Â 5:00 PM | Drop at Ernakulam South Railway Station |
Package Inclusions
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Mineral Water 1 bottle - during trek
- Small Snacks
- Sanctuary Entry Fee
- Kottavanji Experience
- Forest Guide
- Pick up and drop starts from Ernakulam south railway station
Package Exclusions
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Any services not mentioned under inclusions
- Anything not specifically mentioned in the itinerary
Things to Note
- Minimum age: 14 years.
- Trek distance: 8 KM.
- Difficulty: Moderate.
- This is a guided forest trek involving land and stream sections.
- Kottavanji experience is included.
- Timings may vary depending on forest permissions, weather and trail conditions.
- Participants must follow the instructions of the trek leaders and forest authorities.
Things to Carry
- Comfortable trekking shoes with good grip
- 2 sets of comfortable clothes
- Extra clothes for stream crossings
- Small backpack
- Water bottle- permanent bottle
- Sunscreen and cap
- Personal medicines
- Personal toiletries
- Raincoat or poncho
- Power bank
- Extra socks
- ID proof
Fees
₹1,900.00
Available Seats: 10
Cancellation Fee
A participant will be refunded his/her paid fees after deducting the following cancellation fees.
| Cancellation Date | Cancellation Fees |
| Before 20 days from Trip Date |  ₹1235 |
| Before 15 days from Trip Date |  ₹1425 |
| Before 7 days from Trip Date |  ₹1615 |
| Within 7 days from Trip Date |  ₹1900 |
- Alternatively, a registered participant may transfer his/her registration to a friend without any cancellation fee.
- In case of cancellation of the program due to any gov restrictions due to COVID/ Weather, an alternate date will be provided for the same trip and no refund for that.
- In case you are not able to join the trek on the new dates, either you can send a replacement ( Without any additional cost) / You can opt for Wallet transfer,
- What is Wallet Transfer ?: The amount will move to LGFC Wallet and you can use that for any other trip (3% fee will be deducted as movement charges). Strictly there won’t be any refund to a bank account.
- Wallet transfer is applicable only for the case when a participant wont be able to join the new date on a postponed trip due to Pandemic / Weather situations
- The wallet transfer offer will only be one time , when the new date is announced. Further changes will be counted as normal cancellations and will be as per cancellation policy.
WHY WITH US?
- Budget-Friendly:Â You will get a perfect escape from the urban life and completely in an offbeat location with all safety followed, with a small team size.
- Incomparable Itinerary:Â You can compare the Itinerary with any other itinerary available on social media/ Google. Our itinerary is special with all COVID safety ensured.
- Food prepared in safe conditions:Â We believe that for a traveler, food is one of the most important things during their journey. We provide the best nutritious food as mentioned in the itinerary.
- Not just sightseeing, many more things to learn and experience:Â We are not just providing sightseeing. Our Camp navigator/local guide will share the details of the place, flora, fauna history, stories with you.
- Well Experienced Local Guide and Support Staffs
- Plan beyond the Itinerary: In case if you want to extend the trip, we are there to help you by finding Stays contact and transportation, Talk to the coordinator of LetsGoForACampÂ
VALUES WE FOLLOW
- Eco-friendly products.
- Minimizing plastic waste.
- Hiring local guides.
- Contributing to the local economy.
- Proper disposal of waste generated.
- Concept of Responsible traveler.
