4-Day Family-Friendly Itinerary for Ooty

  1. Day 1: Botanical Gardens and Doddabetta Peak Trek
    20 minutes (6.5 km) from Ooty Railway Station

    Visit the Botanical Gardens, spread across 22 hectares of land, showcasing exotic plants ranging from colourful flowers to ancient trees. The garden is home to a 20 million-year-old fossilised tree. Then head to the Doddabetta Peak, which is the highest mountain peak in Nilgiri Hills, offering stunning views and trekking options.

  2. Day 2: Pykara Falls and Government Museum
    30 minutes (20 km) from Doddabetta Peak

    Take a scenic drive to the Pykara Falls, located in the Pykara village, surrounded by lush greenery and a serene lake. Enjoy the natural beauty and take a dip in the water. Afterward, head to the Government Museum, which has an extensive collection of tribal artefacts, sculptures, paintings, and antique coins from Tamil Nadu's rich history and culture.

  3. Day 3: Ooty Lake and Tea Plantations
    20 minutes (3 km) from Government Museum

    Visit the famous Ooty Lake, where you can indulge in various activities such as boating, cycling, and horse riding. Then head to the nearby Tea Plantations, which offer breathtaking views of the valley and a chance to witness tea processing and taste various flavours.

  4. Day 4: Wax World and Avalanche Lake
    45 minutes (20 km) from Tea Plantations

    Visit the Wax World Museum, which houses a wax museum, showcasing various historical figures and celebrities of Indian history. Afterward, head to Avalanche Lake, surrounded by dense forests, where you can indulge in trekking, camping, and fishing activities in the freshwater lake.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Botanical Gardens (1-2 hours, 50 INR)
  • Doddabetta Peak Trek (2-3 hours, 20 INR)
  • Pykara Falls (2-3 hours, 5 INR)
  • Government Museum (1-2 hours, 15 INR)
  • Ooty Lake (1-2 hours, 15 INR)
  • Tea Plantations (2-3 hours, 10 INR)
  • Wax World Museum (1-2 hours, 30 INR)
  • Avalanche Lake (2-3 hours, 10 INR)
  • Total Estimated Costs (excluding accommodation and transportation): 155 INR

Useful tips

If you have more time, consider visiting the Dolphin's Nose, which is a unique rock formation with stunning views of the valley. To save time, you can plan to visit the Botanical Gardens early in the morning to avoid the crowds. If you have less time, consider skipping the Wax World Museum and Government Museum.

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