Shoestring Budget Itinerary for Ooty and Coorg

  1. Day 1: Ooty Botanical Gardens
    20 minutes (2.5 km) from Ooty Railway Station

    Explore the lush greenery and diverse flora of the Ooty Botanical Gardens which covers an area of 22 hectares. See the fossil tree that is believed to be more than 20 million years old.

  2. Day 1: Ooty Doddabetta Peak
    16 minutes (9.1 km) from Botanical Gardens

    Hike the Doddabetta Peak, the highest point in Nilgiri Hills, and admire the breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and tea plantations. Enjoy a cup of tea at the panoramic viewpoint.

  3. Day 2: Coorg Abbey Falls
    2 hours 30 minutes (102 km) from Ooty

    Trek through the green tropical forests to reach the captivating Abbey Falls which cascades down from a height of 70 feet. Take a dip in the natural pool below the falls.

  4. Day 2: Coorg Dubare Elephant Camp
    1 hour 20 minutes (40 km) from Abbey Falls

    Observe and learn about elephants at the Dubare Elephant Camp where trained mahouts explain the daily routines of the elephants and how they are trained. Have a ride on the back of an elephant and explore the nearby wilderness forest.

  5. Day 3: Ooty Pykara Lake and Waterfall
    1 hour 45 minutes (59 km) from Coorg

    Enjoy a serene boat ride on the shimmering Pykara Lake and visit the Pykara Waterfall which drops down in two tiers from a height of 55 meters. Admire the picturesque views of the lush green Nilgiri hills.

  6. Day 3: Ooty Tea Factory and Museum
    33 minutes (10 km) from Pykara Lake and Waterfall

    Visit the Ooty Tea Factory and Museum and learn about the history of tea-making and processing techniques in South India. End the day with a cup of delicious tea.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Ooty Botanical Gardens (2 hours, INR 20)
  • Ooty Doddabetta Peak (2 hours, INR 30)
  • Coorg Abbey Falls (3 hours, INR 15)
  • Coorg Dubare Elephant Camp (3 hours, INR 30 + elephant ride INR 1000 for two)
  • Ooty Pykara Lake and Waterfall (4 hours, INR 20)
  • Ooty Tea Factory and Museum (1 hour, INR 10)
  • Total Estimated Costs (per person): INR 1125

Useful Tips

For an extended stay, visit the Coonoor tea estates and Sim's Park. If time is limited, consider skipping the Doddabetta Peak trek or Elephant ride at Dubare. Remember to dress appropriately for the weather and wear comfortable shoes for trekking. Try the local street food in Coorg for a budget-friendly meal.

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