Ooty Munnar Kerala: A Bachelor Party Adventure

1. Day 1: Ooty Botanical Gardens
   From Coimbatore International Airport: 87.3 km (3 hours, 10 minutes)

   Spend a leisurely morning strolling through the 55-acre Ooty Botanical Gardens boasting over a thousand species of plants and trees. Take in the nearby Ooty Lake and enjoy boat rides.

2. Day 2: Ooty Tea Factory and Museum
   From Ooty Botanical Gardens: 4.5 km (20 minutes)

   Get lost in the history of tea cultivation in Ooty in this interactive museum experience. Savor the many flavors and blends in the tea tasting room.

3. Day 3: Munnar Tea Estates
   From Ooty Tea Factory and Museum: 153 km (4 hours, 30 minutes)

   Travel to Munnar as you soak in the stunning views of the Western Ghats mountain range. Check into a plantation stay and explore the lush tea estates on foot or two wheels.

4. Day 4: Eravikulam National Park
   From Munnar Tea Estates: 16.1 km (1 hour)

   Get up close with the famous Nilgiri Tahr in the Eravikulam National Park. Marvel at its breathtaking waterfall and rolling hills. Enjoy trekking and camping activities.

5. Day 5: Alleppey Backwaters
   From Eravikulam National Park: 211 km (6 hours)

   End your trip by relaxing on a houseboat over the scenic backwaters of Alleppey. Savor the fresh seafood cuisine on board as you soak up panoramic views. Hit up the local beach scene for a beach party in Kochi.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Ooty Botanical Gardens (1-2 hours, INR 30)
• Ooty Tea Factory and Museum (2-3 hours, INR 150)
• Munnar Tea Estates (half-day, INR 3,000 for plantation stay)
• Eravikulam National Park (4-5 hours, INR 120)
• Alleppey Houseboat (overnight, INR 8,000 - 15,000)
Total Estimated Costs: INR 11,300 - 18,300

Useful Tips

To add more time, consider taking a detour to Athirapally Falls near Kochi. Add a night or two for beach parties. Subtract time by skipping Eravikulam National Park or Alleppey Houseboat. Spend a few extra days to explore other Kerala locations including Kochi and Varkala or Tamil Nadu locations, including Kodaikanal and Coonoor.