8-Day Itinerary for Yercard Kodaikanal

1. Day 1: Kodaikanal Lake
   9 minutes (3.4 km) from Yercard

   Take a boat ride to see scenic views of the lake, cycling along lakeside and enjoy street foods.

2. Day 2: Pillar Rocks
   20 minutes (7.2 km) from Kodaikanal Lake

   Three giant rock formations offering breathtaking views of the surrounding valley.

3. Day 3: Guna Caves
   23 minutes (8.1 km) from Pillar Rocks

   A series of manmade caves that were created as a set for a Tamil movie and now a popular tourist attraction.

4. Day 4: Green Valley View (Suicide Point)
   15 minutes (6.7 km) from Guna Caves

   A scenic viewpoint offering a panoramic view of the valley, it's called suicide point due its past infamy.

5. Day 5: Bryant Park
   17 minutes (7.2 km) from Green Valley View

   One of the must-visit places in Kodaikanal, this park is home to colourful flowers and rare species of plants.

6. Day 6: Coaker's Walk
   11 minutes (4.2 km) from Bryant Park

   A one-kilometre long scenic walkway with a mesmerising view of the valley, within walking distance of the main town.

7. Day 7: Silver Cascade Falls
   18 minutes (8.4 km) from Coaker's Walk

   One of Kodaikanal's many charming waterfalls.

8. Day 8: Bear Shola Falls
   11 minutes (3.7 km) from Silver Cascade Falls

   A tranquil waterfall located near the forest, this is a popular spot for picnics and trekking.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Kodaikanal Lake (2 hours, INR 50-100)
• Pillar Rocks (1 hour, INR 5-10)
• Guna Caves (2 hours, INR 5-10)
• Green Valley View (Suicide Point) (2 hours, Free)
• Bryant Park (1 hour, INR 35-50)
• Coaker's Walk (2 hours, INR 20-30)
• Silver Cascade Falls (1 hour, INR 10-20)
• Bear Shola Falls (1 hour, INR 10-20)
Total Estimated Costs (per person): INR 135-270

Useful Tips

If you have more time, visit the Berijam Lake for a personal touch with nature and choose the predefined nature pathway.

If you have less time, consider skipping Guna Caves or Silver Cascade Falls and adding a visit to the Museum Kodaikanal or Chettiar Park.