Start your family vacation by visiting the Botanical Garden, which is home to more than 650 species of plants & trees such as magnolia, ferns, and orchids. You can easily spend 2-3 hours here. Afterward, drive to the serene Ooty Lake, a popular picnic spot for families, and enjoy paddle boating, fishing, or walking around the lake. Don't miss the mini-train ride that offers gorgeous views and shows you everything around Lake. Open Everyday (9:00am - 6:00pm).
On day 2, drive to the picturesque Avalanche Lake, which is surrounded by beautiful mountains, dense forests, and a serene waterfall. Your family can indulge in activities such as trout fishing, camping, and trekking. The nature-loving families might enjoy taking long nature walks around the lake. Later in the day, visit Deer Park which houses various species of deer and other wildlife native to the region. The park offers a great experience for animal lovers. Open Everyday (10:00am - 5:30pm).
Start Day 3 at Doddabetta Peak, the highest peak in the Nilgiri Mountains, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding valleys and mountains. Your family will love taking photos of the panoramic views this place has to offer. After that, visit Rose Garden, which is a must-visit for travelers with kids. There are more than 20,000 variety of roses to be seen here, making it India's largest rose garden. If you plan to visit during the rose season, which starts in March and lasts until June, you'll be amazed by the lovely colors of the roses. Open Everyday (9:00am - 6:00pm).
If you have more than 3 days in Ooty, you can consider visiting other attractions like Dolphin's Nose, Emerald Lake. For food, try out some street food like Vada Pao, Onion Bhaji, and Chilli Bajji, and also some south-Indian delicacies like Idli-Sambhar and Dosa at Hotel Junior Kuppanna, served in a traditional atmosphere. In contrast, if you're running short on time, you can skip Avalanche lake & Deer Park & opt for the Tribal Toda Hut, Pykara Lake, and 9th Mile Shooting Spot.