Make this trip your own
Create your own free, personalized itinerary in seconds — then sign up to save and edit it.
Create my version

3-Day Family Friendly Itinerary for Ooty in July 2023

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

    In the morning, explore the Government Botanical Garden, a vast garden sprawling over 55 acres of land. See a wide variety of plants, including exotic and rare species. You can take a leisurely stroll through the garden or hire a guide for more information. In the afternoon, visit the nearby Thread Garden, a unique garden that displays flowers made from thread. In the evening, head to Ooty Lake to enjoy boating, paddle boating and other water activities.

  2. Day 2: Doddabetta Peak
    30 minutes (10 km) from Government Botanical Garden

    In the morning, visit Doddabetta Peak, the highest peak in the Nilgiri Hills. From the peak, you can enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding hills and valleys. You can also visit the Telescope House to get a closer look at the stunning scenery. In the afternoon, visit the nearby Tea Museum, where you can learn about the history and production of tea in the region. In the evening, head to the Rose Garden to see various types of roses on display.

  3. Day 3: Pykara Lake and Waterfalls
    1 hour (22 km) from Doddabetta Peak

    In the morning, visit Pykara Lake, a scenic lake surrounded by forests. Boat rides are available, and you can also take a walk around the lake. In the afternoon, visit the Pykara Waterfalls, a cascading waterfall located near the lake. You can also visit the nearby Shooting Point, a beautiful viewpoint with stunning views of the valley. In the evening, head back to Ooty town center for some souvenir shopping and a taste of local cuisine.

Recommendations

You may consider visiting the Emerald Lake, Avalanche Lake, and the Ooty Chocolate and Tea Factory. To maximize your fun, you can also take the Nilgiri Mountain Railway train ride, which offers stunning views of the hills and valleys. Hiring a local guide is also recommended to get the most out of your trip.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Government Botanical Garden (2-3 hours, INR 30-100)
  • Thread Garden (1-2 hours, INR 20-50)
  • Ooty Lake (2-3 hours, INR 10-500)
  • Doddabetta Peak (2-3 hours, INR 10-50)
  • Tea Museum (1-2 hours, INR 10-100)
  • Rose Garden (1-2 hours, INR 20-50)
  • Pykara Lake (2-3 hours, INR 50-200)
  • Pykara Waterfalls (2-3 hours, INR 50-200)
  • Shooting Point (1-2 hours, INR 20-50)
  • Souvenir shopping and local cuisine (1-2 hours, INR 100-500)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 320-1900
0
Like this trip? Make your own version.
A free, personalized itinerary in seconds — sign up to save and edit it.
Create my version