Nature Lover's 1-Day Itinerary in Vellore

  1. 9:00AM: Amirthi Zoological Park
    30 minutes (17.2 km) from Vellore City Centre

    Enjoy a morning walk in the one of the most scenic parks. This zoological park is situated under the Javvadu hills of Jolarpettai. The park is filled with waterfalls, swings, tunnels and amazing wildlife which will make you feel so close to nature.

  2. 11:00AM: Jawadhi Hills
    1 hour 10 minutes (60.3 km) from Amirthi Zoological Park

    Drive to Jawadhi hills for a hike from the Cherangiri village. This place is a natural retreat with stunning landscapes and lush greenery. Trekking will get you to a forest area where nature's charm is at its zenith.

  3. 1:30PM: Vainu Bappu Observatory
    1 hour 10 minutes (48.2 km) from Jawadhi Hills

    The Vainu Bappu Observatory is a wonderful place for astronomy enthusiasts to explore and appreciate the beauty and immensity of the universe. The place also has a fabulous hill view which would be enjoyable for nature lovers.

  4. 3:30PM: Kavalur Observatory
    16 minutes (4.8 km) from Vainu Bappu Observatory

    Kavalur Observatory is the largest astronomical observatory in India and has a visitor center that is open to the public. The place is perfect for photographers to capture the fascinating view of the sunset and starlit sky.

  5. 5:00PM: Surutupalli Falls
    40 minutes (26.8 km) from Kavalur Observatory

    Wrap up your day's activities with a breathtaking view of Surutupalli Falls. Take a leafy path along the stream and waterfall to enjoy the verdant landscapes and serene waterfall views.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Amirthi Zoological Park (2-3 hours, INR 20-50)
  • Jawadhi Hills hike (2-3 hours, Free)
  • Vainu Bappu Observatory (1-2 hours, Free)
  • Kavalur Observatory (1-2 hours, Free)
  • Surutupalli Falls (1-2 hours, Free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 20-50

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you might want to visit Jalagamparai Waterfalls, a majestic waterfall or explore Sathnur Dam, an upstream on the Palar river.

If you have less time but still want to explore nature at its best, consider dropping Vainu Bappu Observatory from your itinerary or traveling to Kavalur Observatory only for star gazing.

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