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2-Day Itinerary for Ooty

  1. Day 1: Tea Estate and Rose Garden
    10 minutes (3 km) from Ooty Bus Station.

    Doddabetta Tea Estate is one of the celebrated tea estates located on the Doddabetta Hills of the Nilgiris. You can learn about tea processing methods here while indulging in a picturesque view, and grabbing some tea to savor. Rose Garden is a stop for nature enthusiasts with around 20,000 varieties of roses to admire. It is often acknowledged as one of the highest rose gardens of Asia and is an ideal place for picture-perfect moments.

  2. Day 2: Pykara Falls and Ooty Lake
    1 hour (21 km) from the Tea Estate.

    Pykara Waterfalls is a serene spot in the hills where you can spot the beautiful falls, take a relaxing boat ride or try your hand at fishing. Ooty Lake is a laid-back place where you can enjoy boating in the refreshing waters and admire nature's tranquility. It is a spot that is inherently peaceful and picturesque, where you can carry home some unforgettable memories.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Doddabetta Tea Estate (1-2 hours, INR 50/person)
  • Rose Garden (1-2 hours, INR 30/person)
  • Pykara Waterfalls (1-2 hours, INR 15/person, boating INR 400-500/boat)
  • Ooty Lake (1-2 hours, INR 15/person, boating INR 200-400/person)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 680-945/person

Useful Tips

If you have extra time, go for a heritage train ride that will take you through some of the scenic highlights of the Nilgiris. You can also visit the tribal village of Toda just a few kilometers away from Ooty. You might want to pack some warm clothes as the weather can be unpredictable.

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