Two-Day Nature Itinerary for Kodaikanal

1. Day 1: Coakers Walk, Bryant Park, and Pillar Rocks
   Estimated time: 5 hours, 6.3 km

   Start your day with a refreshing walk along Coakers Walk, a 1 km paved pedestrian path offering spectacular views of Kodaikanal. Afterward, head to Bryant Park, home to over 325 species of trees, shrubs, and cacti. Have lunch at one of the nearby cafes. After lunch, take a 30-min drive to Pillar Rocks, a set of three gigantic granite rock pillars standing 400 feet tall.

2. Day 2: Berijam Lake, Guna Caves and Bear Shola Falls
   Estimated time: 6 hours, 20 km

   Start your day early by driving 20 minutes to Berijam Lake, a serene and pristine lake surrounded by dense forests and hills. Explore the wildlife sanctuary and hire a boat ride on the lake. Later, head to Guna Caves, a mysterious cave system nestled in the forests of Pillar Rocks. Afterward, stop by Bear Shola falls, a quaint waterfall surrounded by lush greenery.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Coakers Walk (1 hour): Free
• Bryant Park (2 hours): INR 30 (entrance fee)
• Pillar Rocks (2 hours): INR 5 (entrance fee)
• Berijam Lake (3 hours): INR 15 (entrance fee), INR 250 (boat ride fee)
• Guna Caves (1 hour): INR 5 (entrance fee)
• Bear Shola Falls (1 hour): INR 10 (entrance fee)
• Total Estimated Costs: INR 305/$4.11

Useful Tips

If you have additional time, you might consider visiting the following:

• Devil's Kitchen:A series of dark and dangerous caves, named after the dark and dangerous appearance of the place.
• Dolphin's Nose:A rock formation that looks like a nose of a dolphin, offering panoramic views of the entire valley.

If you have less time, you may choose to visit either day in this itinerary as a standalone day trip.