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Relaxing 4-Day Itinerary in Ooty for July 2023

  1. Day 1: Botanical Garden
    10 minutes (3.2 km) from Ooty Bus Stand

    In the morning, visit the Botanical Garden which spans across 55 acres and houses a variety of exotic plants, trees and flowers. You can also take a stroll through the garden, and enjoy the beautiful scenery. In the afternoon, head to the nearby Rose Garden that is home to more than 2000 varieties of roses and is a perfect spot for photography enthusiasts. In the evening, enjoy the Ooty Lake Boat House and take a boat ride while admiring the picturesque landscape.

  2. Day 2: Doddabetta Peak
    16 minutes (5.8 km) from Botanical Garden

    Begin the day by visiting the Doddabetta Peak, the highest mountain peak in the Nilgiri range, offering breathtaking views of the valley. You can also explore the Telescope House. In the afternoon, visit the Thread Garden which has a vast collection of flowers, plants and trees made of thread. In the evening, take a leisure walk in the Government Botanical Garden, spread over 55 hectares land area highlighting lush green lawns, and varieties of trees.

  3. Day 3: Mudumalai National Park and Wildlife Sanctuary
    1 hour 16 minutes (49.3 km) from Government Botanical Garden

    Take a jeep safari at Mudumalai National Park and Wildlife Sanctuary to witness the exotic wildlife like Bengal tiger, leopards, Indian elephant and many more. In the afternoon, visit Pykara Waterfalls, a must-visit destination in Ooty, which is located between hills offering a serene view of the waterfall. In the evening, spend time at St. Stephen's Church, the oldest church in the hill station built in 1829.

  4. Day 4: Ooty Tea Factory and Museum
    17 minutes (5.5 km) from St. Stephen's Church

    Begin your day by visiting the Ooty Tea Factory and Museum, where you can witness the process of making tea, and enjoy a freshly brewed cup of tea. In the afternoon, visit the Wax World Museum and learn about the history of wax sculptures and their making process. In the evening, take a walk through the Ooty Rose Garden, which is the largest rose garden in India and home to more than 20,000 varieties of roses.

Recommendations

Do not miss the Toy Train ride from Ooty to Coonoor, which is a UNESCO World Heritage site. You can also visit the Avalanche Lake and the Pykara lake for some peaceful time. For day trips, you can consider visiting Coonoor, Kotagiri, or the Bandipur National Park.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Botanical Garden (2-3 hours, ₹60 per person)
  • Rose Garden (1 hour, ₹30 per person)
  • Ooty Lake Boat House (1 hour, ₹200 per person)
  • Doddabetta Peak (2-3 hours, ₹20 per person)
  • Thread Garden (1 hour, ₹20 per person)
  • Government Botanical Garden (1-2 hours, ₹30 per person)
  • Mudumalai National Park and Wildlife Sanctuary (3-4 hours, ₹150 per person)
  • Pykara Waterfalls (1-2 hours, ₹50 per person)
  • St. Stephen's Church (30 minutes, Free)
  • Ooty Tea Factory and Museum (1 hour, ₹100 per person)
  • Wax World Museum (1 hour, ₹100 per person)
  • Ooty Rose Garden (1 hour, ₹30 per person)
  • Total Estimated Costs: ₹690 per person
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