3-Day Itinerary for Ooty

  1. Day 1: Ooty Lake
    10 minutes (3.2 km) from Ooty Railway Station

    Start your Ooty adventure by visiting the Ooty Lake, a picturesque lake surrounded by lush greenery and mountains. You can rent a boat and paddle around the calm waters or enjoy a horse ride along the lake shore. There are also many food and souvenir stalls to explore nearby.

  2. Day 2: Doddabetta Peak
    40 minutes (10 km) from Ooty Lake

    On day 2, hike up to the Doddabetta Peak, the highest peak in the Nilgiri Mountains. Enjoy the stunning views of the surrounding hills and valleys from the observation tower and visit the tea museum on your way back down. You can also stop by Mudumalai National Park on your way back to Ooty for a chance to spot some wildlife.

  3. Day 3: Government Botanical Garden
    20 minutes (6.5 km) from Doddabetta Peak

    Wrap up your Ooty trip by exploring the Government Botanical Garden, a beautiful garden with rare and exotic plants from all over the world. Take a walk through the many themed sections of the garden, such as the Italian Garden or the Fern House. You can also visit the Ooty Rose Garden and the Thread Garden located nearby.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Ooty Lake (1 hour, ₹30 per adult)
  • Doddabetta Peak (2 hours, ₹10 per adult)
  • Mudumalai National Park (2 hours, ₹50 per adult)
  • Government Botanical Garden (2 hours, ₹30 per adult)
  • Total Estimated Costs (per person): ₹120

Useful Tips

For nature lovers, an additional day in Ooty can be spent visiting the Sim's Park, a well-manicured botanical garden with a range of flora, and the Ooty Tribal Research Museum, which showcases the culture and history of the indigenous tribes of the Nilgiri Mountains. Additionally, for adventure enthusiasts, a visit to the Glenmorgan Trekking Trail can be added, which offers a thrilling hiking experience through the forest. Alternatively, if you have less time, the visit to Mudumalai National Park can be omitted or shortened.

0