Day-by-day plan
| Day | Route | Highlights |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Coimbatore → Mettupalayam → Coonoor → Ooty | Sim's Park, Lamb's Rock, Dolphin's Nose, tea estates |
| 2 | Ooty → Pine Forest → Pykara → Mudumalai → Ooty | Pykara boating & falls, Theppakadu, forest safari (if available) |
| 3 | Ooty → Coimbatore | Botanical Garden, Rose Garden, Doddabetta, Ooty lake |
Why this order works
- Coonoor is on the way up, so you don't return to it.
- Mudumalai's wildlife is most active in the late afternoon.
- Ooty's gardens are best on a fresh morning before the crowds.
Timing tips
- Leave Coimbatore by 7 AM on day 1.
- Reach Pykara by 9:30 AM on day 2 to beat queues.
- Weekends in April–June are very crowded — go early everywhere.
Want us to plan this trip for you?
Local naturalist-led team · private cab · inspected stays · itemised quote.
Frequently asked questions
Can we stay in Mudumalai instead of Ooty?
Yes — choose the Masinagudi package with a jungle-belt night.
