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Family-Friendly Nature Itinerary in Chennai

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Day 1: Nature Day in the City

Chennai, India

8:00AM

Breakfast at Hotel

Start your day with a delicious South Indian breakfast at your hotel to fuel up for a day of exploring nature.
N/A - Enjoy breakfast at your hotel.
N/A, 1 hour

9:00AM

Guindy National Park

Explore the lush greenery and wildlife at Guindy National Park, perfect for a morning walk or picnic with the family.
Drive 30 minutes from your hotel to Guindy National Park.
50 INR per person, 2 hours

12:00PM

Lunch at a Local Restaurant

Enjoy a traditional Tamil Nadu meal at a local restaurant near Guindy National Park.
Drive 20 minutes from Guindy National Park to the restaurant.
400 INR per person, 1 hour

1:00PM

Semmozhi Poonga

Visit Semmozhi Poonga, a botanical garden in the heart of Chennai, with a variety of plants and flowers to admire.
Drive 20 minutes from the restaurant to Semmozhi Poonga.
50 INR per person, 1.5 hours

3:00PM

Marina Beach

Head to Marina Beach, one of the longest urban beaches in the world, for a relaxing evening by the sea.
Drive 15 minutes from Semmozhi Poonga to Marina Beach.
N/A, 2 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at a Beachside Restaurant

Enjoy fresh seafood and local delicacies at a beachside restaurant on Marina Beach as you watch the sunset.
Walk or drive to a restaurant along Marina Beach for dinner.
800 INR per person, 1.5 hours
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Day 2: Birdwatching and Backwaters

Chennai, India

8:00AM

Breakfast at Hotel

Start your day with another delicious breakfast at your hotel before heading out for a day of birdwatching.
N/A - Enjoy breakfast at your hotel.
N/A, 1 hour

9:00AM

Vedanthangal Bird Sanctuary

Explore Vedanthangal Bird Sanctuary, a paradise for birdwatchers with various migratory bird species to observe.
Drive 1.5 hours from your hotel to Vedanthangal Bird Sanctuary.
100 INR per person, 3 hours

12:00PM

Lunch at a Local Restaurant

Stop for lunch at a nearby restaurant serving authentic Tamil Nadu cuisine.
Drive 30 minutes from Vedanthangal Bird Sanctuary to the restaurant.
400 INR per person, 1 hour

1:00PM

Pulicat Lake

Visit Pulicat Lake, a serene spot for birdwatching and boat rides, offering a peaceful escape from the city.
Drive 1 hour from the restaurant to Pulicat Lake.
50 INR per person, 2 hours

3:00PM

Muttukadu Backwaters

Explore the Muttukadu Backwaters by boat, enjoying the scenic views and tranquility of the backwaters.
Drive 1.5 hours from Pulicat Lake to Muttukadu Backwaters.
200 INR per person, 2 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at a Riverside Restaurant

End your day with dinner at a restaurant overlooking the backwaters, savoring the flavors of the region.
Relax and unwind at a riverside restaurant at Muttukadu Backwaters.
700 INR per person, 1.5 hours
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