4-Day Itinerary for Ooty and Kodaikanal

  1. Day 1: Ooty Botanical Garden
    2 hours (2.8 miles) from Ooty Lake

    Start your trip by exploring the Ooty Botanical Garden, home to over a thousand species of plants and trees. Admire the vibrant colors of the flower beds and the peacefulness of the Japanese garden. Take a stroll down the tree-lined avenues and enjoy the fragrant aroma of the rose garden. Don't miss the fossilized tree trunk that’s over 20 million years old!

  2. Day 2: Ooty Train Ride and Annamalai Temple
    1 hour and 45 minutes (27 miles) from Ooty Botanical Garden

    Take the Ooty Train Ride on the Nilgiri Mountain Railway, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy the breathtaking views of the mountain range and the dense forests. After the train ride, head to the Annamalai Temple, a revered Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Murugan. Marvel at the intricate carvings and architecture that blend Dravidian and Gothic styles.

  3. Day 3: Kodaikanal Lake and Bryant Park
    3 hours (78 miles) from Annamalai Temple

    Start the day by visiting the famous Kodaikanal Lake, a manmade lake that offers scenic boat rides and horseback rides along the shore. After that, head to the Bryant Park, a meticulously manicured park that features exotic flowers, shrubs, and trees. Don't miss the glasshouse that showcases a variety of flowers from all over the world.

  4. Day 4: Coaker's Walk and Pillar Rocks
    1 hour and 45 minutes (11 miles) from Kodaikanal Lake

    Start the day by taking a stroll down Coaker's Walk, a narrow pedestrian path that offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and valleys. Next, head to the Pillar Rocks, a set of three giant granite boulders that reach up to a height of 400 feet. Admire the natural beauty and tranquility of the surroundings.

Time and Cost Estimates:

  • Ooty Botanical Garden (2 hours, INR 60)
  • Ooty Train Ride and Annamalai Temple (5 hours, INR 290)
  • Kodaikanal Lake and Bryant Park (4 hours, INR 165)
  • Coaker's Walk and Pillar Rocks (3 hours, INR 130)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 645

Useful Tips:

If you have more time, consider visiting other attractions such as Rose Garden in Ooty, Green Valley View, Bear Shola Falls or Guna caves in Kodaikanal, or taking a day trip to Doddabetta Peak. If you have less time, you can skip the train ride or one of the parks. Remember to check the opening and closing times of the attractions before heading out as they may vary depending on the season.

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