Family Friendly Ooty Tour

1. 9:00AM: Ooty Lake
   5 minutes (0.6 miles) from Ooty Bus Station

   Ooty lake, also known as Ooty Boat House, is a popular tourist spot that offers boating facilities amidst the serene surroundings of Ooty. The lake is surrounded by eucalyptus trees and shrubs.

2. 10:30AM: Government Botanical Garden
   10 minutes (2.5 miles) from Ooty Lake

   This is a 55-acre garden that is home to a variety of plants, flowers, and trees. The garden has different sections including a fern house, bonsai garden, and Italian garden.

3. 12:00PM: Tea Factory and Museum
   20 minutes (4.5 miles) from Government Botanical Garden

   The Tea Factory and Museum is a must-visit place for tea lovers. It provides an insight into the tea-making process and a brief history of tea in Ooty. Visitors can also taste and buy different varieties of tea.

4. 2:00PM: Doddabetta Peak
   30 minutes (7.5 miles) from Tea Factory and Museum

   Doddabetta Peak is the highest peak in the Nilgiri Mountains and offers a panoramic view of the valley. The peak is surrounded by dense sholas and has a telescope house to get a better view of the surroundings.

5. 4:00PM: Pykara Waterfall
   45 minutes (11.5 miles) from Doddabetta Peak

   Pykara Waterfall is a scenic waterfall located amidst lush greenery. Visitors can take a dip in the waterfall and also enjoy boating in the Pykara Lake nearby.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Ooty Lake (1 hour, INR 300)
• Government Botanical Garden (1.5 hours, INR 100)
• Tea Factory and Museum (1 hour, INR 200)
• Doddabetta Peak (1 hour, INR 50)
• Pykara Waterfall (1.5 hours, INR 100)
Total Estimated Costs: INR 750