5-Day Adventure Itinerary in Kodaikanal

  1. Day 1: Trek to Dolphin's Nose Viewpoint
    30 minutes (10.8 km) from Kodaikanal Town Center

    Trek through lush green forests to reach the Dolphin's Nose Viewpoint and enjoy a scenic panoramic view of Kodaikanal from 6,600ft high. The trekking trail is moderate with long stretches of steep uphill climbs.

  2. Day 2: Forest Camping and Trekking at Berijam Lake
    45 minutes (21 km) from Kodaikanal Town Center

    Wake up to the chirping of birds and the pleasant dawn breeze amidst the serene forests at Berijam Lake. Trek around the lake and enjoy a campfire at night with your loved ones.

  3. Day 3: Mountain Biking at Mannavanur Lake
    1 hour 20 minutes (32.6 km) from Kodaikanal Town Center

    Experience the thrill of mountain biking as you cycle around the beautiful Mannavanur Lake. This lake is located at an elevation of 5,500ft and is surrounded by rolling hills, hence offering a breathtaking view.

  4. Day 4: Rock Climbing at Chettiar Park
    10 minutes (2.1 km) from Kodaikanal Town Center

    Put your strength and endurance to the test with rock climbing at Chettiar Park. This park is covered with large granite boulders, making it an ideal spot for rock climbing enthusiasts. The park also has a beautiful flower garden and a small pond.

  5. Day 5: Cave Exploration at Guna Caves
    1 hour (45.2 km) from Kodaikanal Town Center

    Explore the intriguing Guna Caves, also known as the Devil's Kitchen, a labyrinth of deep dark caves and crevices. It is said that Kollywood movie Guna was shot in these caves. This place is not recommended for claustrophobic individuals.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Dolphin's Nose Viewpoint (2 hours, Free)
  • Berijam Lake Camping (1 day, INR 2,500 per person)
  • Mannavanur Lake Mountain Biking (3-4 hours, INR 1,000 per person)
  • Chettiar Park Rock Climbing (2 hours, INR 500 per person)
  • Guna Caves Exploration (3 hours, Free)
  • Total Estimated Costs (excluding transportation and accommodation): INR 4,000 per person

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can also visit the Pillar Rocks and Bryant Park, both offering a picturesque view and beautiful flowers respectively. You can also try the local street food such as the Pineapple Salty Snack and Kuzhi Paniyaram.

If you have less time, we recommend skipping the rock climbing at Chettiar Park or Guna Caves exploration and utilize that time to explore the nearby towns of Mannavanur and Vattakanal.

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