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3-Day Itinerary for Kodaikanal in October 2023

  1. Day 1: Bryant Park
    5 minutes (0.5 miles) from Kodaikanal Bus Stand

    In the morning, visit Bryant Park, a botanical garden located in the eastern part of Kodaikanal. The park has a wide variety of flowers and plants, making it an ideal location for nature lovers. In the afternoon, take a stroll along Coaker's Walk, a narrow pedestrian path that runs along the edge of a steep slope. The walk offers a breathtaking view of the valley below. In the evening, visit Kodaikanal Lake, a man-made lake that offers boating and horseback riding.

  2. Day 2: Pillar Rocks
    30 minutes (9 miles) from Kodaikanal Lake

    In the morning, visit Pillar Rocks, a set of three giant rock pillars that stand 400 feet tall. The view from the top of the rocks is stunning and offers a panoramic view of the surrounding hills and valleys. In the afternoon, visit the Guna Caves, a set of caves that offer stunning views of the surrounding hills and valleys. In the evening, take a stroll in the Kodaikanal Solar Observatory, which is one of the oldest solar observatories in the world.

  3. Day 3: Berijam Lake
    1 hour 20 minutes (20 miles) from Kodaikanal Solar Observatory

    In the morning, visit Berijam Lake, a freshwater lake located in a forest reserve. The lake is surrounded by dense forest and is home to a variety of wildlife. In the afternoon, visit the Palni Hills, a mountain range that offers breathtaking views of the surrounding hills and valleys. In the evening, visit the Bear Shola Falls, a beautiful waterfall that is located in a lush green valley.

Recommendations

If you have extra time, consider visiting the Kukkal Caves, a set of caves that are located about an hour's drive from Kodaikanal. Additionally, consider visiting the Perumal Peak, a mountain that offers stunning views of the surrounding hills and valleys. To maximize your fun, consider taking a bike tour of the surrounding hills and valleys. Finally, don't forget to try the local cuisine, which is a blend of Tamil and Kerala cuisine.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Bryant Park (2 hours, free)
  • Coaker's Walk (1 hour, free)
  • Kodaikanal Lake (2 hours, INR 34 for boating, INR 100 for horseback riding)
  • Pillar Rocks (2 hours, INR 10 entry fee)
  • Guna Caves (1 hour, INR 5 entry fee)
  • Kodaikanal Solar Observatory (1 hour, free)
  • Berijam Lake (3 hours, INR 10 entry fee)
  • Palni Hills (2 hours, free)
  • Bear Shola Falls (1 hour, INR 10 entry fee)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 169
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