One Day Adventurous Trip to Kodaikanal

1. 9:00 AM: Bryant Park
   15 minutes (4.6 km) from Kodaikanal bus stand

   Bryant Park has diverse flora and is famous for orchid species.

2. 10:30 AM: Dolphin's Nose Trek
   40 minutes (12.3 km) from Bryant Park

   Dolphin's Nose Trek is a relatively easy trekking trail. The trail leads to a view deck that presents a fascinating, panoramic view of the valley to the side of the cliff.

3. 12:30 PM: Poombarai Village
   30 minutes (9.8 km) from Dolphin's Nose Trek

   Poombarai Village is in the Palani hills of Tamilnadu. Here, tourists could witness remarkable plantations of potatoes, carrot and peas. This is the perfect spot for lunch.

4. 2:30 PM: Mannavanur Lake
   40 minutes (12.5 km) from Poombarai Village

   Mannavanur Lake situates at around 35 km from Kodaikanal. Here, visitors can take a stroll and do activities like horse riding, cycling, or forego activities altogether and relax in the scenic views of the lake.

5. 4:30 PM: Kodaikanal Solar Observatory
   50 minutes (24.9 km) from Mannavanur Lake

   Kodaikanal Solar Observatory is astronomical research in the Indian Institute of Astrophysics. It has the facilities to hire people who can give you a tour and talk about the observatory.

Time and Costs Estimates:

• Bryant Park (1.5 hours, free entry)
• Dolphin's Nose Trek (2 hours, Rs 50 per person)
• Poombarai Village (2 hours, approx. Rs 700 for two)
• Mannavanur Lake (2 hours, Rs 50 per person)
• Kodaikanal Solar Observatory (1.5 hours, Rs 20 per person)
Total Estimated Costs: Rs 940

Useful Tips:

For those with extra time, they can visit more attractions such as Kodaikanal Lake, Coaker's walk and Berijam Lake. For tourists who have less time, the Poombarai Village can be removed due to its approximate distance from the other locations.