Ooty Bachelorette Weekend Getaway

  1. Day 1: Ooty Rose Gardens and Thread Garden
    10 minutes (3km) from Ooty Lake

    Start your bachelorette weekend by visiting the charming Ooty Rose Gardens featuring a collection of over 20,000 roses in stunning colours. Head towards the nearby Thread Garden to see intricately designed replica flowers made entirely out of thread. Take lots of photographs against the beautiful blooms, and then end the day with a romantic drive to the Ooty Lake.

  2. Day 2: Doddabetta Peak, Ketti Valley View, and Pykara Falls
    45 minutes (13km) from Ooty Lake

    Today get ready for an action-packed day, and begin the day early with a visit to the stunning Doddabetta Peak, which offers panoramic views of the lush green mountain ranges- a perfect postcard background for pictures. After a short drive, head to the Ketti Valley View to admire the picturesque hills and surroundings. Later, visit the breathtaking Pykara Falls, taking in the stunning valley views along the way.

  3. Day 3: Nilgiri Mountain Railway, Tea Estates visit and Ooty Botanical Garden
    30 minutes (9km) from Pykara Falls

    Begin your last day in Ooty with a train ride on the remarkable Nilgiri Mountain Railway. It is an essential thing to do and provides some unbeatable views of the surroundings. Post-ride, visit Tea Estates to learn about the tea-making process, or go for delicious tea tasting. Lastly, end your weekend with an enjoyable and peaceful visit to the beautiful Ooty Botanical Garden , featuring a collection of rare and diverse flora.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Ooty Rose Gardens (1-2 hours, free)
  • Thread Garden (30-45 minutes, INR 20)
  • Ooty Lake (1-2 hours, INR 20 entry fee + boat ride costs INR 200 per person approx.)
  • Doddabetta Peak (1-2 hours, INR 10 entry fee per person)
  • Ketti Valley View (30-45 minutes, free)
  • Pykara Falls (1-2 hours, INR 15 entry fee per person)
  • Nilgiri Mountain Railway (2-3 hours, INR 300-500 per person approx.)
  • Tea Estate visit (1 hour, INR 500 per person approx.)
  • Ooty Botanical Garden (1-2 hours, INR 30 entry fee per person)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 1140-1640 per person approx.

Useful Tips

For those wanting an additional adventurous activity, book a camping trip or a trek in the surrounding mountains. For more relaxing therapies, indulge in a relaxing Ayurveda massage or spa treatment. If you have more time, add visits to more tea estates, or city shopping before you depart.

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