Kodaikanal — view 1 of 4
Tamil Nadu, India
Kodaikanal
Kodaikanal is quieter and less commercial than Ooty, built around a star-shaped lake with a walking/cycling path around it. Pine forests, waterfalls, and Pillar Rocks fill out a relaxed two- or three-day stay.
Ideal duration
2–3 nights
Best time
October to June.
Starting from
₹10,000
Trip Highlights
- Kodaikanal Lake boating and the path around it
- Pillar Rocks and Coaker's Walk viewpoint
- Bryant Park's botanical collection
- Silver Cascade Falls on the way up from the plains
They suit different paces — Kodaikanal is quieter and greener, Ooty has more infrastructure and the toy train. Many of our itineraries combine both.