Honeymoon Itinerary for Ooty in August 2023

1. Day 1: Doddabetta Peak
   20 minutes (5.3 miles) from Ooty Bus Stand

   Enjoy the panoramic view of the Nilgiri mountains and the surrounding greenery at the highest peak in the Nilgiri range standing tall at 8,650 feet above sea level.

2. Day 2: Ooty Botanical Gardens
   15 minutes (2.7 miles) from Doddabetta Peak

   Explore the lush greenery and a variety of exotic plants including ferns and orchids at the Government Botanical Garden spread across 55 acres.

3. Day 3: Emerald Lake
   1 hour (13.1 miles) from Ooty Botanical Gardens

   Take a relaxing walk or enjoy boating in the serene waters of Emerald Lake surrounded by tea plantations, aromatic spices, and the Nilgiri mountains.

4. Day 4: Pykara Waterfalls
   45 minutes (12.5 miles) from Emerald Lake

   Marvel at the cascading waterfalls and the glistening waters of the Pykara River amidst the lush greenery of the Shola forests.

5. Day 5: Avalanche Lake
   1 hour 30 minutes (26.2 miles) from Pykara Waterfalls

   Enjoy a peaceful and scenic trek through the misty forests to the tranquil Avalanche Lake with clear waters reflecting the surrounding mountains.

6. Day 6: Tea Museum
   50 minutes (11.3 miles) from Avalanche Lake

   Get an insight into the process of tea manufacturing, taste different blends of tea, and appreciate the history and legacy of tea at the Tea Museum.

7. Day 7: Rose Garden
   15 minutes (2.7 miles) from Tea Museum

   Marvel at the colourful and fragrant roses at the Government Rose Garden featuring over 20,000 varieties of roses spread across 4 acres.

Time and Costs Estimates:

• Doddabetta Peak (1-2 hours, INR 15 per person)
• Ooty Botanical Gardens (1-2 hours, INR 30 per person)
• Emerald Lake (2-3 hours, INR 10 per person for entry and INR 300 per boat ride)
• Pykara Waterfalls (2-3 hours, INR 15 per person)
• Avalanche Lake (3-4 hours, INR 1500 per jeep ride)
• Tea Museum (1-2 hours, INR 10 per person)
• Rose Garden (1-2 hours, INR 30 per person)
Total Estimated Costs: INR 1900 per person