The trekking starts from Churuli, from where one can reach the base of Palkulamedu in any two or four wheeler. But when you have a custom beach chairs love for riding, you will definitely choose an off-road drive. Though we have gone to many places in the district, we had never thought of camping there. Go and visit Palkulamedu once the monsoon season gets over. The view of Periyar Valley from the peak is admirable.  Known for its weather, Palkulamedu is a hill station located 1200m above sea level, which offers beautiful views of the nearby town.Palkulamedu is situated 12 km from Cheruthoni. We have a group of enthusiastic travellers who used to go for weekend trips, mostly on our bikes. "I first heard about the place in a movie.  After that if you yearn to catch a glimpse from the top of the hill, you just have to walk for half an hour."

 A small fresh water pool at the top of the hill adds another jewel to the enchanting beauty. Carrying a makeshift tent or camping with a sleeping bag is highly recommended as it will save you at night from insects and cold weather in the morning. A treat to your eyes with the greenery all around, the hill station offers a breathtaking view of the surrounding area from such a height.Trekking through the wilderness and camping in a tent at night are some things that almost every traveller loves. It is better to reach there by evening," he added. There is no food or water available hence you need to carry everything with you. The beauty of Palkulamedu is indescribable and it offers the perfect ambiance of nature..K."After half an hour’s stroll, you can have one of the best views atop the hill.  "Camping on top of the hill at night was a wonderful experience.  Travellers can reach Palkulamedu from Churali, a small town just 8 kms away from Cheruthoni on the Adimali route. So we decided to camp in the place for one night after hearing about this place," says Sreesankar. It is about 13 km from Idukki. An ardent rider and backpacker like Sreesankar N. All you have to do is find a good time, as there are no shades. The warm weather makes Palkulamedu one of the most ideal trekking locations in Idukki. Palkulamedu in Idukki district offers both, the off-road driving experience and a hillside where you can camp for the night., who works at a business service outsourcing company in Kochi, says Palkulamedu offers what every rider-cum-camper wishes for.