An Idyllic hill resort with narrow, winding pathways and cool, green , wooded environs, Ponmudi is located 915 m above sea level . Along with a variety of beautiful mountain flowers, exotic butterflies, small rivulets, springs and the deer park nearby, this hill station also has excellent trekking trails.

A land locked district, Iduk ki is one of the most nature rich areas of Kerala. The high ranges and wooded valleys are girded by three main rivers - Periyar, Thalayar, and Thodupuzhayar- and their tributaries. The river Pamba also has its origin here. As a tourist destination, Idukki offers diverse attractions like wildlife sanctuaries, hill stations, spice plantations tours, mountain treks, elephant rides etc.