Saturday 19 May 2012

Honeymoon Packages - Doting Ootty


03 Days 02 Nights Package
A perfect romantic spot and rightly termed, the “Queen of hill stations”, Qotty also known as Udhagamandalam is nestled in the lap of luscious Nilgiri or Blue mountains. Situated at an altitude of 2,240m above sea level, Ootty provides a perfect respite for couples. Ootty is a hill station strewn with lakes, streams, gardens and colonial architecture. 

Day 01:
Check in at the hotel, refresh and proceed for sightseeing. First stop is the Valley View, considered the Switzerland of Southern India, then on to the enchantingSimp’s Park, and Dolphin’s Nose where one can indulge in hiking, trekking and horse riding and then on to Lamb’s Roc and  Tea Garden at Connoor. Can also take a  toy train trip and can enjoy boating at the famous lake and later visit DoddaBetta, which literally means ‘Big Mountain’. DoddaBetta is at the junction of Western and Eastern Ghats and provide stunning views of Nilgiri hills. Sunset is spectacular from this spot. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 02
After breakfast, experience a mystical journey from Ooty to Madhumalai Wildlife Sanctuary. The drive through the tea gardens, gushing rivulets and the lush green deciduous forests is an experience in itself. Situated at an altitude of 1,140 meters, the sanctuary is a haven for nature lovers. Home to a wide variety of fauna and flora, it is a paradise on earth and a real treat to your eyes and ears. One can also visit the elephant camp in Theppakkaduwhich is located within the sanctuary. Many endangered species of birds can be found in the sanctuary. Back to Ooty and overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 03
Third day takes one to a mesmerizing world with breath taking view of Kalhatty Waterfalls. Situated on the slopes of Kalhatty, the magnanimous Kalhatty Waterfalls is splendid in the midst of picturesque landscapes. The luscious greenery is soothing to the eyes, rejuvenating to the body and therapeutic for the soul! The waterfall plunges from a height of hundred feet and the thunderous descend is a music to the ears! The area is adorned with virgin forests on both sides which is home to a wide variety of fauna and flora. Next stop of the day is panoramic Pykara, which is 21 kilometers from Ooty. The river Pykara forms exquisite cascades, dazzling waterfalls and gushing rivulets as it plummets from the Mukurthi peak. The expansive meadows of Pykara are home to the Toda tribes and they consider the river sacred. Drive back to the hotel and overnight stay there.

Check out after breakfast and proceed to Coimbatore airport or railway station. If time permits, can do a round of the town and do some quick souvenir shopping.

Of the many excursions from Ooty, one of the most mystical journey is from Ooty to Madhumalai Wildlife Sanctuary
The journey from Ooty to Kalhatty Waterfalls is a mesmerizing one with breath taking view on both sides of the road to Kalhatty.

The thirteen Kilometer journey will keep the tourists wanting for more but they will be pleased to see that there are more surprises waiting for them. Their short but splendid trip from Ooty to Kalhatty Waterfalls will take them to a place, next to paradise.

Situated on the slopes of Kalhatty, the magnanimous Kalhatty Waterfall stands pretty amidst picturesque landscapes. Surrounded by eye soothing greeneries, the ambiance of the Kalhatty Waterfalls area is very rejuvenating.
The Kalhatty Waterfall descends from a height of at least hundred feet and it announces its fall with a great thrust. The majestic fall and the roaring reverberation creates a sound and sight magic.

The nearby slopes are covered with thick forests that boasts of rich flora and animals like bisons, panthers, sambhar, wild buffaloes etc. No wonder, the place has earned its reputation as one of the great Ooty Tourist Attractions.
After having breakfast you visit to the film shooting places like Vayagra falls and lake etc. Then proceed to Mudumalai wild life sanctuary at Mudumalai where visit elephant camp and over night stay in ooty hotel.

Ooty also known as Udhagamandalam is the "Queen of hill stations" and the capital of Nilgiris district. It is one of the most popular tourist resorts in India. Nilgiris means "Blue Mountains". It is a land of picturesque picnic spots. Used to be popular summer and weekend getaway for the Britishers during the colonial days.It is situated at an altitude of 2,240 meters above sea level. An added attraction for the tourists to Udagamandalam is the mountain train journey on a ratchet and pinion track which commences from Kallar, near Mettupalayam and wends its way through many hair-raising curves and fearful tunnels and chugs along beside deep ravines full of verdant vegetation, gurgling streams and tea gardens.



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