Nature Lover's Guide to Exploring Chennai in June 2023

  1. 8:00AM: Guindy National Park
    20 minutes (8.6 km) from Chennai Central Station

    Start your day with a visit to Guindy National Park, a 2.82 km² protected area near the heart of Chennai. The park is home to a variety of wildlife, including over 130 species of birds, and offers hiking trails and a children's park.

  2. 10:00AM: Theosophical Society
    15 minutes (5.6 km) from Guindy National Park

    Founded in 1875, the Theosophical Society is a non-profit organization dedicated to the study of religion, philosophy, and science. Its 260-acre campus features beautiful gardens, including the famous Adyar Banyan Tree, believed to be over 450 years old.

  3. 12:00PM: DakshinaChitra
    20 minutes (8.5 km) from Theosophical Society

    Experience South Indian culture and traditions at DakshinaChitra, an open-air museum showcasing 18 authentic heritage homes from different regions of South India. The museum also features traditional craft demonstrations and workshops.

  4. 2:00PM: Chennai Snake Park
    25 minutes (11.7 km) from DakshinaChitra

    Get up close with a variety of reptiles, including snakes, crocodiles, and turtles, at Chennai Snake Park. The park also offers daily snake venom extraction demonstrations and a museum showcasing the history of snakes in Indian culture.

  5. 4:00PM: Muttukadu Boat House
    20 minutes (11.2 km) from Chennai Snake Park

    End your day with a relaxing boat ride at Muttukadu Boat House, located on the backwaters of the Bay of Bengal. Rent a pedal boat, rowboat, or motorboat and enjoy the scenic views of the surrounding mangroves and fishing villages.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Guindy National Park (2-3 hours, INR 20 per person)
  • Theosophical Society (2 hours, free entry)
  • DakshinaChitra (2-3 hours, INR 250 per person)
  • Chennai Snake Park (1-2 hours, INR 15 per person)
  • Muttukadu Boat House (1-2 hours, INR 100-400 per person depending on boat type and duration)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 385-665 per person
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