Road Trips From Mangalore to Ooty

One of the most beautiful hill stations in South India which has beautiful meadows, rolling hills and coffee plantations is Ooty. Still carrying the vintage charm of yesteryears, Ooty is a delight for every nature lover. Take a Mangalore to Ooty by road through the misty roads and enjoy the pristine beauty of nature. And yes the beautiful hill station offers a lot of things to do to make a enjoyable trip.

15 Best Tourist Attractions Places in Ooty:

• Avalanche Lake
• Ooty Lake
• Emerald Lake
• Ooty Botanical Gardens
• Deer Park
• Doddabetta Peak
• Kalhatty Waterfalls
• Kamraj Sagar Dam
• Mudumalai National Park
• Mukurthi National Park
• Needle View Hillpoint
• Ooty Rose Garden
• Toy Train
• Tribal Research Center
• Parsons Valley Reservoir Ooty

1. Avalanche Lake

Situated around 30 km away from Ooty this is one of the beautiful lakes in Ooty. On your Mangalore to Ooty by road route, view the amazing beauty nestled amidst the lush green mountains. It is believed that around 200 years ago there had been landslide in this location that gives this place this name. You can try fishing or camping or explore the beautiful nature trails.

2. Ooty Lake

On Mangalore to Ooty by road trip do not miss the beautiful Ooty Lake.  This is the perfect place for boating and enjoying the beauty of the city of Ooty. On a good weather day you can go for a bike ride round the lake and explore the nature trails and the beauty of this South Indian town. The boats give you a ride and sometimes if you find a local boatman you can get to know a lot more about the city.

3. Emerald Lake

Ooty is a city of lakes and waterfalls. If you are looking at places to visit near Ooty then you can make a trip to the Emerald Lake. Located around 25 km; this is a beautiful lake with acres of tea plantation around.

4. Ooty Botanical Gardens

A sprawling botanical garden in the heart of the city of Ooty attracts a number of nature lovers. Spread across 55 acres this is one of the most beautiful places in Ooty. During summer there are several flower shows that are organized here. Also tourists come here to see the Fossil Tree trunk that is almost around 20 million year old.

5. Deer Park

Situated close to the Ooty Lake, the beautiful Deer Park is the home to a varied species of wildlife like Sambar and Chital and is spread over 22 acres. Tourists come here to see the big horned deer. It is loved by the wildlife enthusiasts.

6. Doddabetta Peak

One of the highest Nilgiri peaks this is located around the meeting point of both the Ghats. The Dodabetta peak visited by hikes and trekkers is absolutely loved by them as this gives an amazing view from the top.

7. Kalhatty Waterfalls

Situated very close to Ooty this is one of the most beautiful waterfalls. Hikers take a nature trail and almost walk like 2 mile from Kalahatti village to reach the waterfall. On the way they enjoy the varied flora and fauna found in this region.

8. Kamraj Sagar Dam

There are some beautiful dams and reservoirs in and round Ooty and Kamraj is one of them. Nestled amidst lush greenery and pristine surroundings this is one of the most beautiful areas which is good for day trips and picnics. You can drive down here and enjoy and relax amidst the nature.

9. Mudumalai National Park

One of the most attractive tings about Ooty is the beautiful national park that is around this place. The Mudumalai National park is the home to rich bio diverse flora and fauna. This also has a tiger reserve meant for the conservation of the majestic beast. Witness the greenery of the Ghats and waterfall and take a jungle safari during the day to explore and soak in the beauty of wilderness here.

10. Mukurthi National Park

One of the unexplored and lesser known national park, Mukurthi National Park is a beautiful place for nature. This is spread across 80 square kilometres and has amazingly rich biodiversity. You can witness the beauty of waterfalls and migratory birds that come here. Take a jungle trip or a safari and experience the serene calmness of the situation.

11. Needle View Hillpoint

Gudalur is almost 50 kilometres from Ooty and you can visit the Needle Rock View here. Get a view of the surrounding valley and areas here. Soochimalai around here gives you a misty view of the rolling hills where you can feel like you can almost touch the clouds.

12. Ooty Rose Garden

Rose Garden sprawling across 4 hectares of land is the home to the beautiful roses. Awarded with major achievements this garden has received a lot of recognition internationally. This is the ideal place for photographers looking to capture the beauty of moment amidst the beauty of endless roses.

13. Toy Train

If you want to add a cinematic touch to your Nilgiri trip then board the toy train that is an integral part of the Ooty trip. This train leaves from Mettupalayam and goes to Ooty. On the way you can also pass through Conoor.  This historical train ride reminds of the British rule and the yesteryears of Ooty. It gives amazing views of the Nilgiris and rolling green acres of plantations.

14. Tribal Research Center

The tribal culture is a part of India’s diverse heritage. There are so many tribes in South India and most important being the Todas, Nayakadus. So the tribal research museum gives information on their lifestyle. There also the tribal handicrafts available here for tourists which are created by local tribes here.

15. Parsons Valley Reservoir Ooty

This is a hydel reservoir plant in Ooty which is one of the major sources of water in the Nilgiris. This hydel water plant supplies water to the whole of Nilgris. Tourists often come here to enjoy the serene surroundings that are located at an altitude of 2196 meters above sea level. To visit this place one needs the forest department’s permit.

Mangalore to Ooty Road Trip

The distance between Ooty and Mangalore is 373 km and you can cover the trip in almost 8-9 hours. This is one of the best road trips as you drive through the Ghats towards the Nilgris. Tourists usually avoid the monsoons for a road trip. You need to make sure you have the appropriate car to travel on these roads hence renting a car would be a good decision. You can take Revv car rentals from Mangalore and travel to Ooty from Mangalore.