3-Day Kodaikanal Adventure Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Trek to Dolphin's Nose
    20 minutes (8.2 km) from Kodaikanal Bus Stand

    Trek to the Dolphin's Nose, which is an enormous rock formation resembling a dolphin's nose. The 3km trek is exciting and challenging, with breathtaking views along the way. It will take around 3 hours to complete the trek, but the stunning views at the top are well worth it. After the trek, visit the Eco Nut organic farm nearby, which offers plenty of fresh produce.

  2. Day 2: Mountain Biking in Perumal Peak
    1 hour 20 minutes (41.3 km) from Dolphin's Nose

    Enjoy a day of mountain biking in the scenic Perumal Peak. The route includes uphill as well as downhill stretches, providing bikers with a challenging and thrilling experience. Outfitters like Mud and Rocks offer guided bike tours through the foothills of the Western Ghats. After biking, stop for lunch at The Royal Tibet, a popular eatery known for its momos and noodle dishes.

  3. Day 3: Waterfall Rappelling in Pambar Falls
    30 minutes (12.7 km) from The Royal Tibet

    Experience the ultimate adrenaline rush with a session of waterfall rappelling in the stunning Pambar Falls. Professional instructors from adventure travel companies like Rock Climbing India will guide you through the activity, which involves rappelling down a waterfall's descending flow of water. The 60-foot rappel takes around 2 hours to complete. Afternoon, visit the Kodaikanal Solar Observatory on Observatory road to have a glimpse of the ever-mysterious ‘Universe’.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Dolphin's Nose trek (3-4 hours, free)
  • Mountain Biking in Perumal Peak (whole day, INR 3500 per person)
  • The Royal Tibet (1 hour, INR 600 per person)
  • Waterfall Rappelling in Pambar Falls (2-3 hours, INR 3000 per person)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 7100 per person

Useful Tips

If you have additional time, consider visiting the Bryant Park, which is famous for its stunning flower bed collections. If you have less time, skip one of the activities. For example, you can choose to skip Diamond Falls trek and extend the mountain biking time to a two-day activity. Alternatively, you can skip the Eco Nut farm visit and start the day early at Dolphin's Nose for a sunrise view.

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