Three-day Family Friendly Itinerary for Ooty and Surrounding Areas in May 2023

  1. Day 1: Ooty Botanical Garden
    10 minutes (3.5 km) from Ooty Bus Stand

    Ooty Botanical Garden is a delight for nature lovers and a perfect place to start your journey in Ooty. Spread over 55 acres, it boasts a rich collection of flora, including rare and exotic species from around the world. A highlight of the garden is the fossilised tree trunk that is estimated to be more than 20 million years old. Take a leisurely stroll through the garden and marvel at the beauty of nature.

  2. Day 2: Pykara Lake and Waterfalls
    1 hour 15 minutes (22 km) from Ooty Botanical Garden

    Pykara Lake and Waterfalls are a must-visit when in Ooty. The serene lake surrounded by lush greenery is a perfect spot for a picnic with family. Go boating in the lake and enjoy the scenic beauty. A short trek takes you to the Pykara Waterfalls, which cascades down from a height of 55 metres. The view of the waterfall is breathtaking, and you can enjoy a refreshing bath in the waterfall pool.

  3. Day 3: Mudumalai National Park
    1 hour 30 minutes (51 km) from Pykara Lake and Waterfalls

    Mudumalai National Park is a haven for wildlife enthusiasts, and you can spot many rare and endangered species here. Take a safari through the park and see if you can spot tigers, leopards, elephants, and many other animals. The park is also home to many species of birds, and you can indulge in bird watching too. The scenic beauty of the park is mesmerizing, and it's an excellent place to spend time with family in the lap of nature.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Ooty Botanical Garden (1-2 hours, free entry)
  • Pykara Lake and Waterfalls (2-3 hours, boating INR 700 per boat, waterfall entry INR 5 per person)
  • Mudumalai National Park (3-4 hours, safari INR 1350 per person)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 2055 per person.
0