A Family-Friendly 4-Day Itinerary for Kodikenal in September 2023

1. Day 1: Kodikenal National Park
   20 minutes (8 miles) from Kodikenal City Center

   In the morning, take a jungle safari to see the diverse flora and fauna of Kodikenal National Park. In the afternoon, visit the Bear Shola Falls for a refreshing dip and nature walk. In the evening, head to the Pillar Rocks Viewpoint to catch the sunset over stunning rock formations.

2. Day 2: Bryant Park and Coakers Walk
   10 minutes (3.5 miles) from Kodikenal National Park

   Start your day with a refreshing stroll through Bryant Park, home to over 700 varieties of flowers and trees. In the afternoon, head to Coakers Walk for a scenic view of the valley and Kodikenal Lake. End your day with a visit to the Kodikenal Solar Observatory to learn about the universe and stargaze through sophisticated telescopes.

3. Day 3: Kodaikanal Lake and Green Valley View
   15 minutes (4.5 miles) from Bryant Park

   In the morning, rent a boat and paddle around the iconic Kodaikanal Lake. For lunch, try some local street food at the nearby market. In the afternoon, visit the Green Valley View to enjoy a panoramic view of the hills and valleys. End your day with a relaxing Ayurvedic massage at the Dindigul district.

4. Day 4: Guna Caves and Berijam Lake
   30 minutes (10 miles) from Green Valley View

   In the morning, explore the mysterious Guna Caves, believed to be created by the Pandavas of Mahabharata. In the afternoon, visit the pristine Berijam Lake for a serene picnic and birdwatching. End your day with a visit to Kurinji Andavar Temple to offer prayers and witness the divine beauty of the hills.

Recommendations

Do not miss the Kodai Chocolate Factory for some of the best chocolates in town. If you have an extra day, consider visiting the Palani Hills Wildlife Sanctuary for a chance to spot leopards and elephants. For some adventure, try trekking to the Dolphin’s Nose for a spectacular view of the valley.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Kodikenal National Park (4 hours, INR 500/person)
• Bear Shola Falls (2 hours, INR 50/person)
• Pillar Rocks Viewpoint (1 hour, INR 20/person)
• Bryant Park (2 hours, INR 30/person)
• Coakers Walk (2 hours, INR 20/person)
• Kodikenal Solar Observatory (2 hours, INR 100/person)
• Kodaikanal Lake (3 hours, INR 200/person)
• Green Valley View (2 hours, INR 20/person)
• Dindigul district (2 hours, INR 1000/person)
• Guna Caves (3 hours, INR 10/person)
• Berijam Lake (4 hours, INR 100/person)
• Kurinji Andavar Temple (1 hour, INR 10/person)
• Total Estimated Costs: INR 2110/person

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