The second-highest peak in Kerala, through rainforest that is otherwise entirely closed to the public. The permit lottery is the hard part; the climb is only the second hardest.
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Agasthyakoodam, planned for you
Day-by-day timings, the route, what each part costs, where to sleep and eat, and a checklist. One PDF that works offline: print it, or send it to everyone going.
- Day 1 Agasthyakoodam: the trek
- TravelBase: Bonacaud, via Thiruvananthapuram
- PermitPermits and entry
- On the trailHard trek to 1,868 m₹3,000
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The route
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On the map
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The climb
How to reach the start
Train to Thiruvananthapuram, then a bus to Bonacaud.
Step 3 of 6Next: Permits↓Permits and rules
Rules change. Check the park office or official booking system before you travel.
Step 4 of 6Next: Gear↓What to carry
What it costs
Ballpark ranges, not live quotes. Prices last updated 6 October 2026. Prices move with season and demand, so check live fares before you book. Spot a wrong price? Tell us and we fix it.
Covers local transport, permits or entry, a guide where needed and food on the trail. Getting to Bonacaud is extra.
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Questions people ask
How hard is the Agasthyakoodam trek?
Hard grade. It takes 2 days and climbs to about 1,868 m. The second-highest peak in Kerala, through rainforest that is otherwise entirely closed to the public. The permit lottery is the hard part; the climb is only the second hardest.
Do I need a permit for Agasthyakoodam?
Online lottery with a strict daily quota and a season of only a few weeks. Entry rules have changed over time — check the current position.
How do I reach the Agasthyakoodam trek?
Train to Thiruvananthapuram, then a bus to Bonacaud. Base: Bonacaud, via Thiruvananthapuram.
What is the best season for Agasthyakoodam?
Jan–Feb only.
How much does the Agasthyakoodam trek cost?
From about ₹3,000 per person from the base, covering local transport, permits or entry, a guide where required and food. The journey to the base is extra.
What should I carry?
Leech protection, grip shoes, and food for two days.
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Costs are indicative ballparks for doing it yourself and change with season and demand. Always check live fares, rates and opening rules before you book. Trip Under is not a travel agency: we don't sell packages or bookings, we take no commission, and we link to maps and official sites, never to booking sites. Every guide is free; our only paid products are optional downloadable trip plans and itineraries. Photographs come from Wikimedia Commons under free licences; see credits.
By Gokul · Updated 6 October 2026 · Photo: Ajay Kuyiloor · CC BY-SA 3.0 · source · Photo: Muhammed Suhail · CC BY-SA 4.0 · source · Photo: Athulvis · CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
