Kodaikanal One-Day Tour

  1. 9:00AM: Coakers Walk
    10 minutes (3.4 km) from Kodaikanal Bus Stand

    Coakers Walk is a scenic pedestrian path, named after Lt. Coaker who prepared the map of Kodaikanal. The walkway offers breathtaking views of the valley, mountains, and lush greenery. Visitors can avail of the telescopic view of the plains below.

  2. 10:00AM: Pillar Rocks
    16 minutes (7 km) from Coakers Walk

    The Pillar Rocks are a set of three granite boulders that stand tall at an altitude of 400 feet providing spectacular views. The rocks are named after their resemblance to pillars and are surrounded by beautiful scenery.

  3. 12:00PM: Lunch at Astoria Veg Restaurant
    16 minutes (6.5 km) from Pillar Rocks

    Astoria Veg Restaurant serves delicious vegetarian food at an affordable price with great ambiance.

  4. 1:30PM: Bear Shola Falls
    6 minutes (2 km) from Astoria Veg Restaurant

    Bear Shola Falls is a stunning waterfall surrounded by lush greenery. It is believed that bears used to come here to drink water, hence the name.

  5. 3:00PM: Bryant Park
    9 minutes (2.3 km) from Bear Shola Falls

    Bryant Park is a botanical garden with a variety of flower species. The park also houses a glasshouse, which hosts an annual flower show in May. Visitors can relax and take a stroll around the park.

  6. 4:00PM: Kodaikanal Lake
    5 minutes (1 km) from Bryant Park

    Kodaikanal Lake is a man-made lake that offers boating facilities for tourists in addition to horse-riding opportunities. The lake boasts of a serene environment, surrounded by shops and cafes.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Coakers Walk (1 hour): Free
  • Pillar Rocks (1 hour): ₹20 per person
  • Lunch at Astoria Veg Restaurant (1 hour): ₹200 for two
  • Bear Shola Falls (1 hour): Free
  • Bryant Park (1 hour): ₹30 per person
  • Kodaikanal Lake (1 hour): ₹10 per person (entry fee), ₹60 per person (boating charges for 30 minutes)
  • Total Estimated Costs: ₹320 for two people

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you may visit the Dolphin's Nose, Green Valley View, or Berijam Lake. If you have limited time, you may consider skipping Astoria Veg Restaurant.

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