Ooty One Day Itinerary

  1. 9:00AM: Government Botanical Garden
    10 minutes (1.2 miles) from Ooty Bus Stand

    Spread over 55 acres, the Government Botanical Garden is a must-visit for nature lovers. It features a variety of trees, plants, and flowers from around the world, including an Italian-style garden, a fern house, and a Japanese garden. The garden also has a fossil tree that is believed to be more than 20 million years old.

  2. 11:00AM: Ooty Lake
    15 minutes (2.8 miles) from Government Botanical Garden

    Ooty Lake is the perfect place to relax and enjoy the scenic beauty of Ooty. You can take a boat ride, try out some fishing, or just sit by the lake and enjoy the view. There are also several food stalls around the lake where you can grab a bite.

  3. 1:00PM: Pykara Falls
    30 minutes (12.6 miles) from Ooty Lake

    The Pykara Falls is a beautiful waterfall located in the Pykara village. The waterfall cascades down from a height of 55 meters and is surrounded by lush greenery. You can also take a dip in the water if you're feeling adventurous.

  4. 3:00PM: Doddabetta Peak
    45 minutes (12.7 miles) from Pykara Falls

    Doddabetta Peak is the highest mountain in the Nilgiri Hills, standing at a height of 2,637 meters. From the top, you can enjoy panoramic views of Ooty and the surrounding hills. There is also a telescope house where you can get a closer look at the surroundings.

  5. 5:00PM: Tea Factory and Museum
    20 minutes (4.5 miles) from Doddabetta Peak

    The Tea Factory and Museum is a great place to learn about the history and production of tea in Ooty. You can take a tour of the factory and see how tea is processed, and you can also sample some of the different types of tea produced here.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Government Botanical Garden (2 hours, free)
  • Ooty Lake (2 hours, boat ride - INR 250 per person)
  • Pykara Falls (2 hours, free)
  • Doddabetta Peak (2 hours, INR 10 per person for entry, telescope house - INR 10 per person)
  • Tea Factory and Museum (1 hour, INR 100 per person for entry and tour)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 370 per person
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