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4-Day Shoestring Budget Itinerary for Ooty Conoor in July 2023

  1. Day 1: Ooty Botanical Gardens
    5 minutes (1.5 km) from Ooty Bus Stand

    In the morning, visit the Ooty Botanical Gardens, one of the most popular tourist attractions in Ooty, located near the Ooty Bus Stand. The gardens are spread over 55 acres and offer a wide variety of flora and fauna. In the afternoon, visit the famous Rose Garden located nearby, which has more than 20,000 varieties of roses. In the evening, take a stroll around the artificial Ooty Lake, located close to the Botanical Gardens, and enjoy the serene beauty.

  2. Day 2: Pykara Lake and Waterfalls
    30 minutes (20 km) from Ooty Botanical Gardens

    In the morning, head to Pykara Lake, a beautiful man-made lake surrounded by lush green hills. You can take a boat ride in the lake or enjoy a picnic with your loved ones. In the afternoon, visit the Pykara Waterfalls located nearby. The falls are a popular picnic spot and are surrounded by dense forests. In the evening, visit the 9th Mile Shooting Point, a scenic spot where many Bollywood movies have been shot.

  3. Day 3: Coonoor Tea Estates
    1 hour (20 km) from Pykara Lake and Waterfalls

    In the morning, head to Coonoor, a beautiful hill station located near Ooty. Visit the famous Coonoor Tea Estates and witness the tea-making process. You can also taste various types of tea and buy tea as souvenirs. In the afternoon, visit Sim's Park, a beautiful botanical garden located in the heart of Coonoor. In the evening, visit the Dolphin's Nose Viewpoint, which offers a panoramic view of the surrounding hills and valleys.

  4. Day 4: Avalanche Lake
    2 hours (30 km) from Coonoor Tea Estates

    In the morning, visit the Avalanche Lake, located 30 km from Coonoor. The lake is surrounded by the Nilgiri hills and offers a peaceful environment. You can also go trekking in the surrounding hills. In the afternoon, visit the Hidden Valley, located nearby, which is known for its beautiful waterfalls. In the evening, head back to Ooty and visit the Doddabetta Peak, the highest peak in the Nilgiri Hills, and enjoy the beautiful sunset.

Recommendations

You can also visit the Government Museum and Wax World in Ooty, which has a collection of tribal artifacts and wax sculptures of famous personalities. If you have time, you can also go on a toy train ride from Ooty to Coonoor. To maximize your fun, you can try out local delicacies like homemade chocolates, tea, and spices. You can also go for a nature walk in the surrounding hills and forests.

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