Family Fun in Ooty: A 3-Day Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Ooty Lake
    10 minutes (2.1 km) from Ooty Rose Garden

    Get your family started with a leisurely boat ride on Ooty Lake. The calm waters and the gentle hills surrounding it make an idyllic backdrop for a pleasant afternoon with your loved ones. You can also enjoy some snacks by the lake or visit the nearby deer park and the government museum for some added fun.

  2. Day 2: Doddabetta Peak
    15 minutes (6.1 km) from Pykara Lake

    Take your family on a scenic drive to the Doddabetta Peak, the highest peak in the Nilgiris. The stunning panoramic view of Ooty and the surrounding valley would leave you in awe. You can also visit the Doddabetta Tea Factory during your way back to Pykara Lake, where you can have a refreshing boat ride and enjoy delicious food at the lakeside restaurant.

  3. Day 3: Thread Garden
    10 minutes (1.2 km) from Wax World Ooty

    At the Thread Garden, breathtaking flower arrangements made from thread will leave you mesmerized. These beautiful pieces of art are made from thousands of colourful silk threads, and each piece is unique and intricately detailed. In addition to the Thread Garden, Wax World Ooty nearby is an excellent place for some entertainment for kids and adults alike.

Time and Costs Estimates:

  • Ooty Lake (1-2 hours, INR 10-20 per person)
  • Doddabetta Peak (1-2 hours, INR 10-20 per person)
  • Pykara Lake (1-2 hours, INR 20-30 per person)
  • Thread Garden (1-2 hours, INR 30-50 per person)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 200-400 per person per day

Useful Tips:

If you have more time, you can take the famous Toy Train ride from Ooty to Coonoor with your family and enjoy the scenic beauty of the Nilgiris. You can also visit other famous Ooty attractions like the Botanical Gardens and the Dolphin's Nose. If you have less time, you can skip some of the attractions mentioned in our itinerary and enjoy leisure time in your hotel or visit nearby markets for some souvenir shopping.

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