3-Day Ooty Itinerary

1. Day 1: Botanical Gardens
   15 minutes (3.3 km) from Ooty Lake

   The Botanical Gardens is spread across 22 hectares and is home to a variety of flora and fauna. The garden is divided into several sections, including a fossil tree trunk, fern house, Italian garden and a conservatory where visitors can see potted plants. The gardens also offer stunning views of the surrounding hills and valleys.

2. Day 2: Ooty Lake
   20 minutes (4.8 km) from Botanical Gardens

   Ooty Lake is a man-made lake created in the early 19th century. Visitors can enjoy a boat ride on the lake or take a leisurely walk around it. The lake is surrounded by eucalyptus trees, making it a great spot for a picnic.

3. Day 3: Doddabetta Peak
   45 minutes (9 km) from Ooty Lake

   Doddabetta Peak is the highest peak in the Nilgiri Hills, standing at 2,623 meters above sea level. Visitors can enjoy a panoramic view of the Western and Eastern Ghats from the peak. There is also a telescope house at the peak which provides a closer view of the surrounding landscape.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Botanical Gardens (1 hour, INR 50)
• Ooty Lake (1 hour, boat ride INR 300)
• Doddabetta Peak (2 hours, telescope house INR 20)
Total Estimated Costs (per person): INR 420

Useful tips

If you have an extra day, consider visiting the Rose Garden or the Ooty Toy Train which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. If you have less time, you can skip Doddabetta Peak and spend more time exploring Botanical Gardens and Ooty Lake.