Various adventure sports like Mountain biking and Hand gliding keeps the adrenaline flowing inside you and makes you feel the thrill. There are various lakes and gardens in the town to keep you engaged.
Apart from the natural sightseeing options, there are other interesting man-made places as well including the Wax World Museum, Tea Museum and the St. Stephen's Church. Flora and Fauna. Ooty is an integral part of the Western Ghats and is one of the most biodiverse regions of the world. To visit Ooty in the month of monsoon, you will find the forests laden with rare blooming flowers. The hill slopes covered with colourful species of plants not likely to be found anywhere else in India. A lot of pharmaceutical plants and herbs with medicinal qualities can also be found here.
It also has never-ending tea gardens and grasslands. Another attraction of the hill station is its beautiful pine forests. This dense forest area is also the part where you can find a large number of exotic wild animals and reptiles, few of which are the elusive panther, the rock python, majestic cobra, and the big cats.
Apart from these, a large variety of birds and insects are also found here including the flying squirrel. Ooty boasts of emerald hills, charming pathways, valleys blooming with flowers and the blue mountains at a distance. It also maintains its old world charm of serene grandeur and presents a picture-perfect canvas view. Ooty is as much about mountain trails and lush green scenery as it is about lakes that stretch for miles and waterfalls that suddenly come into view as you take a hairpin bend.
The city is abundant of crystal clear lakes surrounded by hills, creating the perfect ambience for the cool wind to hit your face and pull you into the exhilaration of being one with nature. Adventure seekers need not fret, as certain lakes offer speedboat rides as well if that's what you're looking for. Since Ooty is mostly about nature, another beautifully scenic location that the city has to offer are the Ooty Botanical Gardens, located right in the heart of the city.
Spread out over acres and acres of land, these gardens house hundreds of different varieties of plant and flower species, and it makes for a charmingly scenic delight for the senses.
If you're a foodie with a sweet tooth, Ooty's bakeries will make your mouth water like no other. Trying out traditional Ooty biscuits and homemade chocolates in dozens of flavours have now become synonymous with a trip to Ooty.
When you think of South India, you can't help thinking of temples that showcase the architectural dexterity of ancient India, and Ooty is no exception. The city houses quite a few temples situated on hilltops, and the views from the temple are no less ethereally beautiful than the temples themselves. Ooty is one tourist destination that you cannot rush through just so you can move on to the next place on your itinerary.
Lofty mountains, grasslands sprawling across miles, a miniature toy train, forest trails that abound in hues gathered from nature herself — it doesn't take much for Ooty to win a traveller's heart.
Once you have visited Ooty, the only thing you'll want to think of is how soon you can go back there again — that's the magic of this quaint little hill station which, regardless of how many times you go back to, never gets old.
Restaurants and Local Food in Ooty. Ooty can be your trip through dream-like indulges of chocolate and all that's sweet. Lose yourself in the city's bakeries which serve temptations like white chocolate, strawberry chocolate, fudge, home made chocolates, buns and cakes. Equally popular here, are the tea plantations and hence a hot cup of local and exquisite varieties of tea. Another beverage to try here is the wine from the local vineyards.
Also relish North-Indian cuisines, Chinese cuisines, as well as sandwiches, pizzas and hot breads. View Top Restaurants in Ooty. Suggested Itinerary for Ooty. Day 1: Reach Coimbatore early in the morning and get a bus or taxi to Ooty. There check into your hotel and gear up for the day. Head out straight to Avalanche lake, a natural reservoir surrounded by hills and a thin forest line, is a fun destination for trekking, camping and kayaking.
It has amazing scenic beauty and natural touch. Head back to Doddabetta Peak, which presents most of the Ooty below with a marvellous sunset, which must be enjoyed with a cup of tea with your family and friends. Day 2: Take a 2 hour govt. Return to the city to visit the botanical garden, which is full of various species of plants and trees and a must visit for the nature lover and a photographer.
Spend the evening at St. I was pretty hungry and was looking for a place where I could get a good amount of food for a moderate price. While there are a couple of cafes in ooty which offer some good snacks but I was looking for something more solid.
I reached the place, and I could smell the fragrant flavors of the Biriyani. Some people might need to mention beforehand for the amount of spice they want though. The portion they served was nice and did quiet a great job at sating the munchies out of me. I have always been a Mughalai food enthusiast and this place I must say did a fine job at delivering the taste.
The place is located at Mysore Road, Hill Bunk. The surrounding landscape is simply mesmerizing. You can camp beside the lake in tents and enjoy trout fishing. The Largest rose gardens in India, the Government Rose Gardens lie on the slopes of the Elk Hill at an elevation of meters above sea level.
It also has one of the largest collections of roses with more than 20, different varieties. Known as a sacred place for the Toda people, Pykara River flows through the plateau and form several cascades and waterfalls. The Pykara falls are one of the most popular tourist attractions in Ooty and are famous for the shola trees, Toda settlements and wildlife. Covering an area of around 65 acres, the Ooty Lake is a manmade lake formed in under the British.
It features a boathouse which offers boating facilities to the visitors and is famous for hosting boat races during the summer month of May. Also known as a famous Tiger Reserve, the Mudumalai National Park is a home to several wildlife and bird species. Although the lake is off limits for the visitors, the emerald lake is located in midst of a reserve forest. The lake can be viewed via a viewpoint on the dam located nearby. Today it serves as a residence of the principal of the Government Arts College in Ooty and is also considered to be the first bungalow in Ooty.
The last remaining bastions of the Todas , the huts are located by the Ooty Botanical Gardens. Updated: 06 Sep Showing of results. Sort By. Instant Booking. Thrillophilia Guarantee. Tamil Nadu. Load More In City Sightseeing For Travelers. Nature and Wildlife. Heritage Homestays. Day Outs Resort Day Outs. Budget stays. Luxury Deals. Camping Hilltop Camping. Experiential Homestays. Fun and Family. Aerial Sports.
Local Living. Boutique Homestays. Tent Stays. Full Day. Multi Day. Mudumalai National Park The Mudumalai national park happens to reside on the northwestern side of the great Nilgiri hills. Read More. Emerald Lake Emerald Lake is located in Emerald Village away from the hustle and bustle of a city, offering some peace and quiet so that you can relax in the lap of nature.
Deer Park The Deer Park in Ooty is a place which is one of its own kinds and known for being home to a vast number of deer. Stone House Ooty The first building to be constructed on the lands of Ooty that marked a new beginning of a new phase in the city, Stone house is one of the most consequential pieces of architecture to be built in Ooty. There are paid battery car services for those who want to embrace the cascading illustration of the Pykara Falls without a hiking adventure Read More.
Mukurthi National Park When you are in Ooty, you must visit the Mukurthi National Park, which is one of the most beautiful places in an already beautiful hill station.
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The tents are comfortable and the staff is really kind and helpful which is a major plus point. This is a must try for all kinds of thrill seekers, adventure hunters, friends, family or simply anyone who is looking to get away from the busy life And escape into serenity.
Great place to watch nature in fullest. The view from the top will amaze you. Truly an amazing experience.
Beautiful campsite, friendly and helpful staff, calming surrounding. A must try for all kinds of thrill seekers, adventure hunters, friends, family or anyone simply looking to get away from the busy life and escape into serenity. This was such a fun trek. Firstly, it was all easy peasy and not much of a challenging or tiring ones. Plus, it was a day trek that was neither too short nor too long. If you are planning to have a trek with family, then this is the right one.
We literally had the best time ever! He was so welcoming towards our requests and very considerate. Thankyou Thrillophilia for giving us the best memories. I booked this tour and it was amazing and all the places mentioned were covered. Everything was excellent including the staff and the people managing the trip.
Thanks and cheers. I visited Ooty with my friends. It was an amazing trip everything war perfectly planned by the team, the stay was comfortable, the meals provided were very delicious.
Thanks to thrillophilia. Looking ahead for visiting again. We recently went to Kodaikanal and Ooty, and it was a fun experience. Both the cities are so beautiful with greenery everywhere, The rose garden in Ooty is so beautiful and the fragrance of roses is so captivating.
The entire trip was so well planned, the stays were comfortable, the driver was humble, Thanks for the memorable experience. No words can describe the serenity and tranquility that you get to see in Ooty, it is worth your money. It was a great trip. Really satisfied with all the planning and stay booking done by the Thrillophilia team. A majestic lake, with boats casting their lines through water and tourists filling the air with their joyous chit-chat.
Spend an early evening capturing the beautiful canvases filled with exquisite looking flowerbeds, get addicted to nature at the Botanical Gardens. Ooty is connected by toy train services with Mettupalayam 46km , which is well connected to major cities in India.
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