Two-day itinerary for Ooty in May 2023

  1. Day 1: Ooty Lake
    10 minutes (3 km) from Ooty bus stand

    Ooty lake is a serene lake situated amidst beautiful mountains. It is a perfect spot to spend an afternoon with family and friends. You can enjoy boating and horse riding here. The lake is surrounded by lush greenery and is a photographer's paradise. You can also enjoy local street food and snacks from the vendors nearby.

  2. Day 1: Thread Garden
    15 minutes (4.5 km) from Ooty lake

    The Thread Garden is a unique attraction in Ooty. The garden features plants and flowers made entirely out of threads. The intricate details and bright colors are worth admiring. You can also buy souvenirs made of thread here.

  3. Day 1: Government Botanical Garden
    5 minutes (1 km) from Thread Garden

    The Government Botanical Garden is a must-visit attraction in Ooty. The garden features a wide variety of flowers, plants, and trees. It is a beautiful place to relax and enjoy nature. You can also learn about different plant species and their uses.

  4. Day 2: Doddabetta Peak
    1 hour (10 km) from Ooty bus stand

    Doddabetta Peak is the highest peak in the Nilgiri Mountains. The peak offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. You can also see the neighboring states of Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Karnataka from here. There is a telescope house on the peak where you can observe the valleys and mountains.

  5. Day 2: Rose Garden
    30 minutes (8 km) from Doddabetta Peak

    The Rose Garden is a beautiful garden featuring a wide variety of roses. The garden has over 20,000 varieties of roses, making it one of the largest rose gardens in India. The garden is a perfect spot for nature lovers and photographers. You can also buy plants and flowers from the nursery here.

  6. Day 2: Ooty Chocolate & Tea Factory
    20 minutes (6 km) from Rose Garden

    The Ooty Chocolate & Tea Factory is a popular attraction in Ooty. You can learn about the process of making chocolates and tea here. There are also tasting sessions where you can try different varieties of chocolates and tea. You can also buy chocolates and tea as souvenirs.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Ooty Lake (2 hours, INR 200)
  • Thread Garden (1.5 hours, INR 50)
  • Government Botanical Garden (2 hours, INR 100)
  • Doddabetta Peak (3 hours, INR 150)
  • Rose Garden (1 hour, INR 30)
  • Ooty Chocolate & Tea Factory (1.5 hours, INR 200)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 730
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