Scenic Road Trip from Mangalore to Ooty: A Two-Day Explore of Nature and Culture

Day 1: Mangalore to Coorg

Mangalore to Coorg, Karnataka on May 27, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Ideal Cafe, Mangalore

Enjoy a traditional Mangalorean breakfast featuring neer dosa and filter coffee. Ideal Cafe opens early and is famed for its authentic flavors.
INR150, 1h0m

8:30am

Drive from Mangalore to Coorg

Begin the scenic 3.5-hour drive eastward through the forests and hills of Western Ghats towards Coorg, known as the Scotland of India.
Fuel cost approx INR1200, 3h30m

12:00pm

Visit Abbey Falls, Coorg

Explore the beautiful Abbey Falls nestled amidst coffee plantations, offering a refreshing natural spectacle. The falls are open till 5pm daily.
INR30, 1h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at Coorg Cuisine, Madikeri

Savor authentic Kodava cuisine including pandi curry (pork curry) at this popular local restaurant, open from 11am to 4pm.
INR400, 1h0m

2:30pm

Visit Raja's Seat, Coorg

Relax at Raja’s Seat garden viewpoint overlooking lush valleys, perfect for panoramic photography. Open till 7pm.
INR10, 1h0m

4:00pm

Check-in at a homestay in Coorg

Settle in a cozy homestay surrounded by coffee plantations to enjoy local hospitality and serene surroundings.
INR1500 per night, Rest of day

7:30pm

Dinner at the homestay

Taste traditional home-cooked Coorgi dinner dishes, fresh and homemade, ideal for an authentic local experience.
Included in stay or approx INR350, 1h0m
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Day 2: Coorg to Ooty

Coorg to Ooty, Tamil Nadu on May 28, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at homestay

Enjoy a wholesome breakfast with fresh coffee and local fruits before departing towards Ooty.
Included in stay, 1h0m

8:00am

Drive from Coorg to Ooty

Embark on a scenic 5-hour drive crossing the Nilgiri Hills, passing through Bandipur National Park (no stop-off), en route to Ooty.
Fuel cost approx INR1500, 5h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at Shinkows, Ooty

Relish a blend of South Indian and Chinese dishes at this well-known Ooty restaurant, open till 3pm.
INR400, 1h0m

2:30pm

Visit Botanical Gardens, Ooty

Stroll through the lush botanical gardens showcasing exotic plants and a serene lake. Open 9am-6pm.
INR30, 1h30m

4:30pm

Explore Ooty Lake

Enjoy paddle boating or a lakeside walk around Ooty’s popular scenic lake, open until 6pm.
Boat ride INR150, 1h0m

6:00pm

Check-in at hotel in Ooty

Relax and freshen up at a comfortable hotel located near the town center, perfect for exploring at night.
INR2500 per night, Rest of day

7:30pm

Dinner at Earl's Secret, Ooty

Dine at this heritage colonial-style restaurant offering continental and Indian dishes, renowned for its ambiance and good food.
INR600, 1h0m
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