4-Day Adventure Itinerary for Ooty in October 2023

  1. Day 1: Doddabetta Peak
    15 minutes (6.1km) from Ooty city center

    Start your adventure in Ooty by visiting Doddabetta Peak, the highest mountain in the Nilgiri Hills. Take a scenic drive up to the top and enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. You can also go on a trek to the peak if you are feeling adventurous. There is a telescope house at the top that offers a closer look at the valley below. Doddabetta Peak is open from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

  2. Day 2: Pykara Lake and Waterfall
    30 minutes (20.9km) from Doddabetta Peak

    Get ready for a day of adventure at Pykara Lake and Waterfall. Take a boat ride on the lake and enjoy the scenic views of the lush green forest surrounding the water. Next, take a short trek to the waterfall and be mesmerized by the cascading water. You can also have a picnic at the nearby park. Pykara Lake and Waterfall are open from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

  3. Day 3: Avalanche Lake
    1 hour (24.9km) from Pykara Lake and Waterfall

    Experience the wilderness by visiting Avalanche Lake. Take a jeep safari through the forest to reach the lake. Once there, you can go on a trek or go fishing in the crystal clear water. The surrounding landscape is breathtaking and perfect for a day of relaxation. Avalanche Lake is open from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM.

  4. Day 4: Glenmorgan Trek
    1 hour 30 minutes (43.7km) from Avalanche Lake

    End your adventure in Ooty with a trek to Glenmorgan. The trek takes you through tea plantations and offers stunning views of the valley below. At the end of the trek, you can visit the Glenmorgan Tea Estate and learn about the tea-making process. This is a perfect way to end your adventure in Ooty. The Glenmorgan Trek is open from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Doddabetta Peak (1-2 hours, free)
  • Pykara Lake and Waterfall (3-4 hours, boat ride - INR 250, entry fee - INR 5)
  • Avalanche Lake (4-5 hours, jeep safari - INR 2000, fishing - INR 100)
  • Glenmorgan Trek (6-7 hours, guide fee - INR 1500, tea estate visit - INR 100)
  • Total Estimated Costs (per person): INR 2955
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