Wayanad
Chembra Peak at 2,100 metres is the highest peak in Wayanad and the most popular trekking destination in Kerala. The trail passes the iconic heart-shaped lake — said to have never dried up in recorded history — making it one of the most photographed trekking waypoints in South India. The sweeping views of the tea and coffee-carpeted Wayanad plateau from the summit on a clear day are nothing short of extraordinary.
Trekking beyond the heart-shaped lake to the summit requires an additional permit. Start early (7 AM) to avoid afternoon clouds that often obscure summit views.