Kumily, also spelt as Kumaly is a revenue village and Gram Panchayat in the Idukki district of Kerala. It is a town in Cardamom Hills near Thekkady and Periyar Tiger Reserve. Kumily is a gateway town into Kerala from Tamil Nadu.

Two national highways pass through Kumily town.

NH 183 (previously known as NH 220) connects Kollam in Kerala and Dindigul in Tamil Nadu. The part of Kottayam to Kumily is commonly known as KK road which is the main steam of transportation and passing through the near by towns Vandiperiyar, Kuttikkanam, Mundakayam, Kanjirapally, Ponkunnam and reaches Kottayam. KK road also connects Kumily to Thiruvananthapuram through Mundakayam and Pathanamthitta. Also Ernakulam can access through Mundakayam, Ponkunnam, Pala, Thalayolaparambu and Thripunithura.
NH 185 connects Adimaly and Kumily through important towns like Painavu, Cheruthoni, Kattappana and Anavilasam of Idukki district.

The nearest railway station is 107 km away at Kottayam. Cochin International Airport is the nearest airport to Kumily of about 140 km distance.

Kumily, on the outskirts of the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, is a plantation town closely associated with Thekkady. While Thekkady is a sleepy, picturesque place garbed in greenery, Kumily is a busy town. The spice and tea plantations and the bustling spice trading activities have made Kumily one of the important tourist and commercial centres in Kerala.

Kumily, situated in Periyar Valley, drops off to the plains of Tamil Nadu. Apart from being the main bus station in the Periyar region, the town also provides decent, affordable accommodation facilities to tourists.

Apart from tourists, Sabarimala devotees and workers from Tamil Nadu also visit Kumily from time to time.

The nearest airport is Madurai and so is the Railway Station but since it is on the Kerala side it would be wise to get in via Kottayam.

Bus from Kottayam. Buses from Tamil Nadu, especially Madurai at a distance of 120 km.

Separating Kerala and Tamil Nadu, this quaint little town is best known for its plantation walks, diverse wildlife, boating and trekking and its Ayurvedic massages.

Expansive spice gardens enthral tourists. One must also visit the Kalari Centre where performers perform the unique martial arts form of Kalaripayattu. The primary tourist attraction here are the plantations and a walk through them is sure to give you an enjoyable experience. One can also enjoy boating and trekking as well as watching the huge variety of wildlife. Another place to visit is the Abraham's Spice Garden.

If you are planning to reach Kumily by road, Kottayam, Kochi and Kollam would be the best locations to start your trip. You can also reach this town easily from other parts of Kerala as it has a well-sorted network of roads. Tourists from nearby cities like Chennai, Bangalore, Ooty, Coimbatore, and other nearby places can also reach Kumily by road.

Tourist places in kumily

Thekkady: The gem of Idukki district – Thekkady, should be the first place to visit while you are in Kumily. Located merely 1.5km away from the plantation town, Thekkady is a natural home to numerous natural marvels.

Periyar National Park: While visiting Thekkady from Kumily, visitors shouldn’t miss out the fascinating Periyar National Park at any cost! The natural abode of Indian Elephants, White Tigers, Gaur, Wild Pics, and other endangered wildlife species, this park will fulfil all your wildlife desires and fantasies.

Vandiperiyar: Located only 13km from Kumily, Vandiperiyar is a wonderful town to come across the trading of tea, coffee and pepper. Gurgling Periyar River flowing through this town

Periyar Lake: Nestled amidst the Periyar National Park, Periyar Lake boasts of being the largest artificial lake in the country. A common sipping ground within the park, one can easily spot the inhabitants of Periyar National Park while visiting Periyar Lake.

Abraham’s Spice Garden: En route to Thekkady from Kumily, there is this magnificent organic garden called Abraham’s Spice Garden!

Murikkady: Ideal for day picnics, plantations visits and nature walks, Murikkady is among the most adored places to visit near Kumily. Located only 5km from Thekkady, Murikkady is famous for cardamom, coffee and pepper plantations.

Kadathanadan Kalari Centre: Located in the heart of Thekkady, this cultural centre is a wonderful place to witness Kerala’s traditional art and culture

Mangla Devi Temple: Situated within the locales of Periyar National Park, this pious temple is dedicated to Goddess Mangala Devi who stands for moral powers of a woman.

Chellarkovil: Peace and serenity are the two most significant offerings of this quaint village. Located within 17km from Kumily, Chellarkovil could be one the most scenic destinations you come across while touring around this plantation town.

Vandanmedu: Resembling much to Kumily, this gorgeous hill resort is a wonderful escapade for the tired souls. Located just 23km away,