“Travel makes you speechless, then turns you into a storyteller.”
I didn’t know what this really meant until I set foot in Ooty! And since it left me with a childlike longing to stay here forever, and forget all about the world and work, I decided to return with a bucket full. Ooty travel tips For allowing you to enter into a blissful experience… through my eyes! Here’s everything I experienced on my trip right from transportation, food, do’s and don’ts, right down to the most bizarre experiences I’ve had even in high season!
Ooty’s best travel tips from an epic family vacation in May
All you must try (and how) on your trip to Ooty:
10. Slow driving on Ooty roads
I was surprised to find it Well maintained roads in this part of the country. This made driving around those curves even more fun! Although there is a file High chance of spotting animals In this part of the Mudumalai forest, you need to make sure to drive slowly on your way up to Ooty. This will help ensure that you don’t run into any animals crossing the road (we almost got hit by a blue bull!)
Do not forget: Roll down the windows and enjoy the cool, refreshing breeze on your road trip!
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9. Book Nilgiri Mountain Railway (Toy Train) tickets well in advance
I thought I wouldn’t ask for it online ticket booking, And he ended up doing it Standing in a long line An hour before the train arrives at the platform. If I had pre-booked my tickets on the IRCTC website I could have had them I booked myself a first class seat. So make sure you learn from my mistakes and follow through Ooty travel tips For a two-fold benefit: you won’t have to stand in a long line to get your ticket, and you can be sure you get the seat with the best views!
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8. A train ride? Go from Coonoor to Ooty and not the other way around. thank me later!
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7. Trying delicious food during Ramadan is a must!
My family and I visited Ooty at the end of May and met up Ramadan celebrations on every corner. The best part about it is Assortment of biryani and dates We must go wherever we go for our meals. And when we weren’t eating our delicious biryani, we helped ourselves to a plate Amazing variety of Tamil cuisine in Ooty. Just make sure you do your research and list the highly rated restaurants before you start your trip, and Ooty’s food will definitely leave you asking for more!
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6. Use public transportation for an easy commute!
Although we had a private taxi which made getting around Ooty hassle-free, we used Ooty’s public transport whenever a car was not available, or whenever we felt like experiencing the city like a local! We found that Ooty has a file Regular and reliable state-run bus service, as well as tuk-tuk Which helped us get around town easily. Although the bus fare was close to zero, the Autowalas quoted ridiculously high prices Before my mom used her professional bargaining skills, and we drove around town very cheaply.
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5. Tea lovers, cover your face before entering the tea factory in Ooty
While we absolutely Loved the chocolate processing room (mostly because of the free chocolate tasting session!), We ended up feeling claustrophobic in the tea making places in Ooty. Unlike others tea factories I’ve visited on my tours in the past, and this was the one Sharp smell We immediately rushed outside when it became unbearable. We’re sure it was only because of the rain, but make sure you’re well prepared before entering this room anyway.
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4. Visit Ooty during the monsoons and you will never forget it!
I for once I wanted to dance in the rain! landscape heart Greener and fresher Than it already is, the monsoons in Ooty only added to its charm and we were glad we didn’t miss it! If you’re wondering what this does on Ooty’s travel tips list, you really need to go and see it to believe it!
3. Offbeat places to visit in Ooty? Well, go to the tea garden
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There was none in our area Ooty Itinerary (or even in any Ooty tour guide for that matter) because not many people know about it. But it was the most amazing experience on our tour other than riding the Ooty train. I felt like it was specially set up to let me step into Picturesque tea plantations and click millions of Instagram-worthy photos! After hours of driving and simply looking at those beautiful tea plantations with a longing to visit one, I finally got a chance to tour one, Pick a tea leaf or two and smell the delicious aroma!
Do not forget: To try a variety of Ooty tea flavours, including the delicious Masala tea, at the tea stall inside the garden!
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2. Don’t miss the Ooty Flower Show (plan your vacation around it!)
We are left wishing We had booked our trip while the Ooty Flower Show was still going on. We arrived on the last day of the 22nd Ooty Flower Fair and realized we should have come sooner when we laid eyes on the remaining props and decorations. A wonderful depiction of the enchanting culture of Ooty, the show is an unmissable part of every traveler’s itinerary.
Pro tip: Plan your trip around the Ooty Flower Show which often takes place in the month of May every year if you want to witness an unparalleled array of colors!
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1. Liked chocolate and spice? Buy them from local stores, not from factories!
The chocolate, spices and essence that we bought at the tea factory shop cost us much more than what the local shops offered. Also, we found the quality and taste of the handmade chocolates in these local Ooty shops way better than those from the tea factory.
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An excerpt from my 6 day Ooty Coorg itinerary
Although my trip also included Coorg and Mysore, I wanted to start by giving you all Ooty tips First since this destination touched my heart the most! But just to give you all an idea of my family trip, I would like to share with you that my Ooty family package included transportation, meals, accommodation, and sightseeing – all in The cost per person is INR 19,800.
Day 1: Arrival in Bangalore – Private Transfer to Mysore – Mysore Palace – Brindavan Gardens – Check-in at Rochi the Prince Hotel – Dinner – 1 Night Stay
the second day: Breakfast – Transfer to Coorg – Namdroling Monastery – Nisargadama Forest – Hotel check-in – Evening tea with snacks – Coorg Backwaters – Dinner – Overnight stay
Day 3: Breakfast – Abbey Falls – Omkareshwara Temple – Raja’s Seat – Back to the hotel – Dinner – Overnight
the fourth day: Breakfast – Shopping – Transfer to Ooty – Bandipur and Mudumalai Forest Reserve – Hotel Check-in – Overnight stay
Day 5: Breakfast – Riding on the Nilgiri Mountain Railway – Boating at Ooty Lake – Tea Park – Doddabetta Tea Factory – Back to the hotel – Dinner – Overnight stay
the sixth day: Breakfast – Check out from the hotel – Ooty Botanical Garden – Rose Garden – Transfer to Coimbatore Airport – Flight back home
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I really hope I gave you a lot of beautiful reasons to visit this paradise in South India but in the right way! It turned out that booking my family vacation in Ooty through TravelTriangle was a great decision for us as it allows us to experience everything we want and that too on a budget! And guess what, you can also do the same by following my travel tips! Until then, happy tripping!
Frequently asked questions about travel to Ooty
Still confused? Check if these common queries help:
How can I travel locally in Ooty?
If you want to immerse yourself in the Ooty experience like the locals, you will need to live there like the locals! Travel on buses and trains, explore parks and avenues on foot, and eat at local restaurants and street-side stalls rather than fancy restaurants.
Where do I go after Ooty?
Every Ooty travel guide suggests that you also explore nearby cities and towns like Coonoor, Coorg, Kodaikanal, and Coimbatore once you’re done with Ooty.
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