Day 1: Bangalore to Ooty (Saturday ) (Approx. 6-7 hours, 300 km)
3:00 AM - 6:00 AM
Bangalore to Gundelpet (Drive Time: 3 hours, Distance: 200 km)
*Route: Bangalore - Gundelpet - Ooty
6:00 AM - 7:00 AM
Breakfast break at Gundelpet (Time Spent: 1 hour)
7:00 AM - 8:30 AM
Gundelpet to Bandipur- Mudhumalai Reserve Forest (Drive Time: 1.5 hours, Distance: 60 km)
*Wildlife spotting opportunities
8:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Visit Mudumalai Elephant Camp (Theppakadu) (Time Spent: 30 minutes)
*Elephant feeding, bathing, and interaction
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Reserve Forest to Needle Rock View Point (Drive Time: 1 hour, Distance: 30 km)
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Visit Needle Rock View Point (Time Spent: 2 hours)
*Scenic views, photography
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Lunch break at Gudalur popular restaurants (Time Spent: 1 hour)
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Gudalur to Pykara Lake and Waterfalls (Drive Time: 30 minutes, Distance: 20 km)
1:30 PM - 3:15 PM
Visit Pykara Lake and Waterfalls (Time Spent: 1.75 hours)
*Boating, scenic views
3:15 PM - 3:35 PM
Pykara Lake to 9th Mile Shooting Spot (Drive Time: 20 minutes, Distance: 10 km)
3:35 PM - 5:05 PM
Explore 9th Mile Shooting Spot (Time Spent: 1.5 hours)
*Scenic views, photography
5:05 PM - 5:20 PM
9th Mile to Ooty Botanical Garden (Drive Time: 15 minutes, Distance: 5 km)
5:20 PM - 6:45 PM
Visit Ooty Botanical Garden (Time Spent: 1.25 hours)
*Explore gardens, relaxation
6:45 PM - 8:30 PM
Explore Tibetan Market and Commercial Street for shopping
8:30 PM- Check-in to your Bon Sejour for dinner and rest
Day 2: Ooty Sightseeing (Sunday)
7:00 AM- 8:00 AM- Breakfast at Bon Sejour and check out
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
Ooty to Doddabetta Peak (Drive Time: 30 minutes, Distance: 10 km)
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Visit Doddabetta Peak (Time Spent: 1.5 hours)
*Scenic views, trekking
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Doddabetta Peak to Tea Museum (Drive Time: 30 minutes, Distance: 10 km)
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Explore Tea Museum (Time Spent: 1 hour)
*Tea production, tasting
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Tea Museum to Rose Garden (Drive Time: 15 minutes, Distance: 5 km)
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Visit Rose Garden (Time Spent: 1 hour)
*Explore gardens
1:00 PM - 1:45 PM
Visit St. Stephen's Church (Time Spent: 45 Minutes) Sunday's Church open only till 2:30pm.
*History, architecture
1:45 PM - 2:30 PM
Lunch break (Time Spent: 45 Minutes )
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Visit Ooty Lake (Time Spent: 1.5 hours)
*Boating, scenic views
4:00 PM - 4:20 PM
Ooty Lake to Thread Garden (Drive Time: 10 minutes, Distance: 2 km)
4:20 PM - 4:45 PM
Visit Thread Garden (Time Spent: 25 minutes)
*Artificial flower garden
4:45 PM onwards
Time to kiss and say Goodbye to Ooty :)
Leave early as you need to cross the reserve forest gate on time.
Note: Reserve Forest Guidelines:
Closed between 9 PM to 6 AM on all days
No private vehicles allowed during closed hours
Entry permit required
No plastic allowed
No littering
Respect wildlife
Mudumalai Elephant Camp Guidelines:
Entry fee: ₹100/person
Elephant feeding: ₹50/person
No touching or riding elephants
Ooty Lake Guidelines:
Boating fee: ₹200/person
No swimming
No fishing
Tips and Reminders:
Check weather forecast before traveling
Pack comfortable clothing, shoes
Carry necessary documents (ID, insurance, etc.)
Book accommodations, activities in advance
Follow local guidelines, regulations
Respect environment, wildlife
Shopping in Ooty: Explore Local Specialties
Local Specialties:
Ooty Chocolate: Homemade chocolates made with natural ingredients
Varikki (Varagu): Traditional Nilgiri grain used for cooking
Nilgiri Tea: Fresh tea leaves from local plantations
Eucalyptus Oil: Natural oil extracted from eucalyptus trees
Essential Oils: Lavender, peppermint, and other fragrances
Handicrafts:
Toda Embroidery: Traditional tribal embroidery
Nilgiri Woodwork: Handcrafted wooden decorative items
Handmade Jewelry: Unique, locally-made accessories
Bamboo Crafts: Sustainable, eco-friendly products
Tribal Artifacts: Authentic, handmade items
Spices and Herbs:
Nilgiri Spices: Fresh, aromatic spices like cardamom, cinnamon
Herbal Teas: Blends made with local herbs
Homemade Spices: Curry powders, chutney powders
Medicinal Herbs: Ayurvedic herbs like turmeric, ginger
Other Options:
Ooty Souvenirs: Keychains, magnets, and other mementos
Local Honey: Pure, natural honey from Nilgiri beekeepers
Jams and Preserves: Homemade fruit preserves
Nilgiri Coffee: Freshly roasted coffee beans
Shopping Destinations:
Ooty Market: Main shopping area with local stalls
Coonoor Market: Nearby town with similar shopping options
Tibetan Market: Unique handicrafts and souvenirs
Upper Bazaar: Local shops with spices, herbs, and essentials
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