Exploring Ooty to Gudalur in June 2023

  1. 9:00 AM: Ooty Botanical Gardens
    20 minutes (8.4 km) from Ooty Lake

    Explore the 55 acres of well-maintained botanical gardens, home to thousands of plant species from Himalayan to African regions. Visit the Italian gardens, Toda hill, and hidden ponds for a laid-back morning in nature.

  2. 11:00 AM: Dolphin's Nose
    35 minutes (12 km) from Ooty Botanical Gardens

    Enjoy breathtaking views of the valleys of Gudalur from the viewpoint, and take a short trek through the rolling tea plantations before heading to the next destination.

  3. 1:00 PM: The Burliar Tea Factory
    1 hour (32 km) from Dolphin's Nose

    Visit the tea factory and learn about the process of tea production, from withering to rolling to drying. Taste the different tea varieties, and on some days you may get a chance to participate in a special tea-tasting workshop.

  4. 3:00 PM: Needle Rock Viewpoint
    25 minutes (12 km) from Burliar Tea Factory

    Take in the amazing bird's eye view of the gudalur valley while standing on a protruding rock, surrounded by dense forests. With multiple viewpoints, this place is perfect for nature lovers and photographers.

  5. 4:30 PM: Mudumalai National Park
    10 minutes (4.5 km) from Needle Rock Viewpoint

    Your last stop, Mudumalai National Park, is the Tiger Reserve where you can spot many other animals such as Indian bison, elephants, spotted deer, sambar, and more. Pre-book online vehicle safaris for a better experience.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Ooty Botanical Gardens (2 hours, INR 100)
  • Dolphin's Nose (2 hours, INR 50)
  • The Burliar Tea Factory (2 hours, INR 500)
  • Needle Rock Viewpoint (1 hour, INR 20)
  • Mudumalai National Park (2 hours, INR 250 per person for Indian Nationals)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 920 per person

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can visit the Pykara Lake and Pykara Waterfalls, Sim's Park, or Kalhatty Waterfalls. On the other hand, if you have less time, skip The Burliar Tea Factory and Needle Rock Viewpoint, and head straight to Mudumalai National Park before the closing time.

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