3-Day Family-Friendly Itinerary for Ooty in June 2023

  1. Day 1: Botanical Gardens
    10 minutes (3.2 km) from Ooty Lake

    The Botanical Garden in Ooty is a lush green haven that covers over 55 acres. There are various sections where different types of plants and trees are grown, such as trees that are over 100 years old, a conservatory, and a flower show held in May. It is a lovely place to take a leisurely stroll while admiring the floral beauty and learning about different species of trees.

  2. Day 2: Ooty Lake
    25 minutes (11.3 km) from Botanical Gardens

    This artificially constructed lake is perfect for a family outing, especially during the summer. You can rent a boat and paddle around the stunning lake while soaking in the panoramic view of the surrounding hills. There are also a lot of food vendors around the lake, ranging from snacks to full meals, so visitors can fully enjoy their time here.

  3. Day 3: Doddabetta Peak
    25 minutes (11.7 km) from Ooty Lake

    Doddabetta is the highest peak in Tamil Nadu, and at the top, visitors are rewarded with stunning panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. There is also a telescope available to get a closer look at the scenery. This is a great place for families to hike and experience the outdoors together.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Botanical Gardens (1-2 hours, INR 30-50)
  • Ooty Lake (2-3 hours, Boating: INR 200-400)
  • Doddabetta Peak (1-2 hours, INR 10-50)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 270-500

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can consider adding more places such as Government Rose Garden, Wax World Museum, and Ooty Toy Train, which takes you on a scenic route through the Nilgiri hills. For those with less time, you can consider skipping the Botanical Gardens or only doing a quick walk-through. Remember to check the opening and closing times of the places you want to visit, as the timings may vary during June 2023.

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