One Day in Kodaikanal: A Perfect Itinerary

  1. 9:00 AM: Coaker's Walk
    Located in the heart of Kodaikanal, Coaker's Walk offers a breath-taking view of the surrounding hills, valleys and the city below. It's a perfect place to start your one day trip.
    Time and Distance from last location: 5 minutes (0.4 miles)
  2. 10:00 AM: Pine Forest
    The Pine Forest on the way to Guna caves, an immensely beautiful forest with pine trees. Take a walk among the tall pine trees and enjoy the fresh aroma of the forest
    Time and Distance from last location: 30 minutes (8 miles)
  3. 11:30 AM: Guna Caves
    Also called Devil's Kitchen, the fascinating Guna Caves are surrounded by high rock formations. The narrow, dark, and deep caves with many hidden corners are pretty impressive.
    Time and Distance from last location: 20 minutes (6 miles)
  4. 1:00 PM: Lunch at Ten Degrees
    Eat delicious South Indian dishes at the Ten Degrees restaurant in the heart of the city. You can't go wrong with their all-vegetarian menu options.
    Time and Distance from last location: 30 minutes (8 miles)
  5. 2:00 PM: Kodaikanal Lake
    Enjoy the scenic beauty of Kodaikanal Lake, situated at the heart of the town. You can choose to rent a bicycle or take a boat ride.
    Time and Distance from last location: 10 minutes (1.7 miles)
  6. 4:00 PM: Berijam Lake
    Discover the immaculate natural beauty of Berijam Lake located amid the Palani Hills. You need to obtain permission to visit the place in advance.
    Time and Distance from last location: 1 hour 30 minutes (25.2 miles)
  7. 6:00 PM: Bryant Park
    End your day trip at the Bryant Park, dotted with colourful flowers, hybrids, and hybrids of hybrids. You can do some shopping for souvenirs here.
    Time and Distance from last location: 1 hour (20.1 miles)

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Breakfast: Complimentary in hotel (Free)
  • Ten Degrees (Lunch): 1 hour, INR 500
  • Coaker's Walk: 1 hour (Free)
  • Pine Forest and Guna Caves: 2 hours (INR 300 for car)
  • Kodaikanal Lake: 1 hour (INR 100 for boat ride)
  • Berijam Lake: 3 hours (INR 650 for Jeep ride and permission)
  • Bryant Park: 1 hour (Free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 1550

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can visit the Museum at Sacred Heart College or the Dolphin's Nose, situated about 8km from the city. On the other hand, if you have less time, you can skip Berijam Lake and visit the Silver Cascade Falls instead, about 8km from Kodaikanal.

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