Explore Ooty in a Day

Day 1: Ooty Delights

Ooty, India

9:00 AM

Ooty Botanical Gardens

Start your day with a leisurely stroll through the beautifully landscaped Ooty Botanical Gardens, home to a variety of exotic plants and trees.
The botanical gardens are located in the heart of Ooty, easily accessible by walking or a short taxi ride from most accommodations.
50 INR, 1-2 hours

11:00 AM

Government Rose Garden

Next, visit the Government Rose Garden, the largest rose garden in India, and delight in the sight and fragrance of thousands of colorful roses.
A quick taxi ride or a 15-minute walk from the botanical gardens.
30 INR, 1 hour

12:30 PM

Ooty Lake

Enjoy a peaceful boat ride on the picturesque Ooty Lake surrounded by eucalyptus trees and lush greenery.
A short 10-minute taxi ride or a 20-minute walk from the rose garden.
200 INR for boat ride, 1-2 hours

2:30 PM

Doddabetta Peak

Head to Doddabetta Peak, the highest mountain in the Nilgiri Hills, for breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding landscapes.
A 30-minute taxi ride from Ooty Lake.
20 INR, 1-2 hours

4:30 PM

Tea Factory Visit

Take a tour of a local tea factory to learn about the tea-making process and savor some freshly brewed tea.
A 20-minute taxi ride from Doddabetta Peak.
100 INR for tour, 1 hour

6:00 PM

Ooty Chocolate Museum

End your day by indulging in some delicious chocolates at the Ooty Chocolate Museum, where you can see how chocolates are made.
Just a short 5-minute walk from the tea factory.
Free entry, prices vary for chocolates, 1 hour
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