3-Day Adventure Itinerary for Ooty

  1. Day 1: Hiking and Waterfalls
    Starting Point: Ooty Bus Stand
    Time & Distance Est.: 1 hour (22 km) from Ooty Bus Stand

    Enjoy an early morning trek to the steep hills of Dodabetta Peak, the highest peak in the Nilgiri Mountains. Then, head to the Pykara Waterfalls to relax and enjoy the scenic view. Finally, visit the Tea Museum to learn the art of making tea and indulge in it.

  2. Day 2: Wildlife Adventure and Forest Exploration
    Starting Point: Pykara Waterfalls
    Time & Distance Est.: 1.5 hours (52 km) from Pykara Waterfalls

    Begin the day with a visit to the Bandipur National Park. Here, you can witness the thriving flora and fauna of the region, including tigers, leopards, and elephants. After a tour of the forest, head to the Mudumalai National Park to explore the thick jungle and encounter various animals. Finish your day with a visit to the Needle Rock Point for a breathtaking sunset.

  3. Day 3: Boating and Mountain Biking
    Starting Point: Mudumalai National Park
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    Time & Distance Est.: 1 hour (36 km) from Mudumalai National Park

    Begin your day with a boat ride on the Ooty Lake, surrounded by the Nilgiris Mountains. At noon, indulge in an adventurous mountain-biking experience at the Avalanche Lake, where you can bike through the dense forest. For the evening, visit the Government Botanical Garden to witness a wide range of floral species, including rare tree species.

  4. Time and Costs Estimates

    • Dodabetta Peak (2 hours, Rs. 10 entry fee)
    • Pykara Waterfalls (2 hours, Rs. 20 entry fee)
    • Tea Museum (1 hour, Rs. 10 entry fee)
    • Bandipur National Park (2 hours, Rs. 350 entry fee + Rs. 150 vehicle parking fee)
    • Mudumalai National Park (2 hours, Rs. 300 entry fee + Rs. 200 vehicle parking fee)
    • Needle Rock Point (1 hour, Rs. 5 entry fee)
    • Ooty Lake (2 hours, Rs. 10 entry fee + Rs. 120 boat ride fee)
    • Avalanche Lake (2 hours, Rs. 500 bike rental fee + Rs. 50 entry fee)
    • Government Botanical Garden (2 hours, Rs. 30 entry fee)
    • Total Estimated Costs: Rs. 1,495

    Useful Tips

    If you have more time, consider adding a visit to the Dolphin's Nose viewpoint or the Mukurthi National Park for an adventurous trek. If you have less time, you can skip the Tea Museum and Government Botanical Garden, as they are the least adventurous activities..

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