4-Day Adventure Itinerary for Coimbatore, Ooty, and Valparai

  1. Day 1: Black Thunder Theme Park
    30 minutes (16.5 km) from Coimbatore

    Start your adventure in Coimbatore with a visit to the Black Thunder Theme Park. Enjoy the water park's thrilling water rides, slides and activities, including wave pool, rocky falls, and thunder waves. Take breaks to enjoy delicious food at the various restaurants available inside. The park is open from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

  2. Day 2: Nilgiri Mountain Railway and Doddabetta Peak
    2 hours and 30 minutes (80 km) from Black Thunder Theme Park

    Take a scenic ride on the Nilgiri Mountain Railway from Mettupalayam to Ooty, and take in breathtaking views of the Western Ghats. After arriving in Ooty, visit the Doddabetta Peak, which offers a panoramic view of the entire valley. If you're interested in trekking, you can also visit the nearby forests. The peak is open from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

  3. Day 3: Valparai Elephant Safari and Sholayar Dam
    2 hours (70 km) from Doddabetta Peak

    Experience the thrill of exploring the deep forests of Valparai on an elephant safari. Be amazed by the beautiful flora and fauna present in the Anamalai Tiger Reserve as you wander through the lush green forests. Later in the day, visit the Sholayar Dam, which provides a stunning view of the Aliyar Dam Reservoir and surrounding tea estates. The dam is open from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

  4. Day 4: Aliyar Dam Boating and Monkey Falls
    1 hour (30 km) from Valparai Elephant Safari

    On your final day, take a boating ride on the Aliyar Dam Reservoir while enjoying the natural scenery around you. Stop at the Monkey Falls while returning to Coimbatore and relax in the picturesque spot, enjoy a bath in the refreshing natural pools. These falls are famous for their mesmerizing beauty and serene atmosphere.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Black Thunder Theme Park (6 hours, 1000 INR/person)
  • Nilgiri Mountain Railway and Doddabetta Peak (10 hours, 800 INR/person)
  • Valparai Elephant Safari and Sholayar Dam (10 hours, 2000 INR/person)
  • Aliyar Dam Boating and Monkey Falls (8 hours, 1000 INR/boat and 20 INR/person for Monkey Falls)
  • Total Estimated Costs: 5,560 INR/person

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can include a visit to the Marudhamalai Hill Temple or spend a day exploring the Anamalai Tiger Reserve, which hosts a variety of wildlife. If you have less time, you can skip the Valparai Elephant Safari and the Aliyar Dam Boating and visit the Sim's Park in Coonoor instead, one of the most popular attractions in Ooty.

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