Mannavanur

Located 35 Km from Kodaikanal city, a tranquil village, pass through different trekking routes is Mannavanur. It takes an hour's drive to reachKavunji. From Kavunji take a footpath leading to Mannavanur. From there, an old footpath leads to the sheep farm. Enroute, the meadows of sheep farm is pleasant. Near Kukkal you see the caves where ancient men were living. Many animals are seen here, among them, Deer, Rabbit, and sheep are common.Tourists are required to get permission from the Forest Department to trek in the forest areas. Nature's Trust has set up a base camp called Camper's Club on a 26-acre plot. There are eight small cottages with basic facilities. It organizes educational tours and treks. They offer a short course in eco-technology and training in clay modeling, homemade chocolates, dry flower arrangements and natural dye painting on T-shirts.The Camper's Club is the only accommodation available in Mannavannur. Visitors to the Sheep Research Center should first see the officer-in-charge at the main office building. Educational institutions can get permission from the officer-in-charge to camp overnight.