A Day of Adventure in Udhagamandalam

  1. 9:00AM: Emerald Lake
    20 minutes (7.1 km) from Ooty Main Bazaar

    Start your adventurous day with a serene view of the Emerald Lake surrounded by Pine trees in the Nilgiri hills. You can go for a leisurely hike around the lake or rent a paddle boat.

  2. 11:00AM: Doddabetta Peak
    30 minutes (9.9 km) from Emerald Lake

    Visit the highest peak in Nilgiri mountains and embrace the stunning panoramic view of the landscape from the peak. You can reach the observation tower through a small trek/walk.

  3. 1:00PM: Green Nest Plantation Stay
    20 minutes (7.2 km) from Doddabetta Peak

    Enjoy the traditional South Indian cuisine with a view of abundant tea plantations and feel the cool breeze amidst the hills. You can also take a short plantation tour within the stay.

  4. 3:00PM: Needle Rock View Point
    20 minutes (6.5 km) from Green Nest Plantation Stay

    Marvel at the beauty of the rugged peaks and the adjacent valley covered in lush greenery from the Needle Rock View Point. Beware of monkeys here and keep your belongings safe.

  5. 5:00PM: Thunder World
    30 minutes (9.8 km) from Needle Rock View Point

    Catch a thrill by entering Nash’s Thunder world, India's first and only mushroom-shaped man-made a museum with thrilling rides and 5D movies. This place will surely pump your adrenaline and take you on an adventurous ride.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Emerald Lake (2 hours, free entry)
  • Doddabetta Peak (2 hours, ₹12 entry fee)
  • Green Nest Plantation Stay (2 hours, lunch starting at ₹150)
  • Needle Rock View Point (2 hours, free entry)
  • Thunder World (2 hours, ₹450 entry fee)
  • Total Estimated Cost: ₹612 per person

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can visit other attractions like Avalanche Lake, Kalhatty Waterfalls, or experience the vintage Nilgiri Mountain railway ride. For those with less time, you can skip visiting Green Nest Plantation Stay or Needle Rock View Point, or skip dining at the stay and opt for local food at the nearby city instead.

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