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3-Day Adventure Itinerary from Kotagiri to Wayanad via Ooty in June 2023

  1. Day 1: Kodanad View Point
    30 minutes (10 miles) from Kotagiri

    Start your adventure at the picturesque Kodanad View Point, located on the Kotagiri-Coonoor Road. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Moyar River and the beautiful rolling hills covered in lush greenery. In the morning, take a short hike to Catherine Falls, a stunning double-cascaded waterfall. In the afternoon, visit the Sims Park in Coonoor and explore its beautiful gardens and exotic plants. In the evening, head to Ooty and relax at your hotel.

  2. Day 2: Ooty
    1 hour 20 minutes (30 miles) from Coonoor

    Start your day with a thrilling trek to Doddabetta Peak, the highest mountain in the Nilgiri Hills. Take in the panoramic views of the surrounding hills and valleys. In the afternoon, visit the Government Botanical Garden and marvel at its stunning collection of plants, flowers and trees. Take a boat ride at the tranquil Ooty Lake and enjoy the serene surroundings. In the evening, head to Wayanad and check-in to your hotel.

  3. Day 3: Wayanad
    1 hour 50 minutes (38 miles) from Ooty

    Start your day with an exciting safari in the Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary and get a chance to spot elephants, deer, tigers, and leopards. In the afternoon, visit the Edakkal Caves and explore the prehistoric rock formations and ancient carvings. Take a dip in the refreshing waters of the Soochipara Falls and enjoy the stunning views of the surrounding hills. In the evening, head back to your hotel and relax.

Recommendations

If you have extra time in Ooty, consider visiting the Tea Factory and Museum to learn about the history of tea production in the Nilgiri Hills. You can also visit the Dolphin's Nose Viewpoint or take a ride on the Nilgiri Mountain Railway, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In Wayanad, you can visit the Banasura Sagar Dam, the largest earthen dam in India, or take a hike to the Chembra Peak, the highest peak in Wayanad.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Kodanad View Point (3 hours, free)
  • Catherine Falls (1.5 hours, free)
  • Sims Park (2 hours, INR 30)
  • Doddabetta Peak (3 hours, INR 10)
  • Government Botanical Garden (2 hours, INR 30)
  • Ooty Lake (1.5 hours, INR 10)
  • Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary (4 hours, INR 250)
  • Edakkal Caves (3 hours, INR 40)
  • Soochipara Falls (2 hours, INR 80)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 4500
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