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your private Pykara adventure is truly one‐of‐a‐kind: you’ll glide across the serene lake in a traditional coracle or speedboat, free from crowded ferries; explore hidden forest trails around the barrage; and enjoy personalized English/Tamil narration from guides who grew up in the Nilgiris. With door‐to‐door service in a modern AC vehicle, flexible schedules, and insider access to off‐beat viewpoints, you’ll experience Ooty like a local—capturing perfect sunrise reflections, spotting wildlife, and creating memories off the beaten path.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Please be ready in your hotel lobby 10 minutes before your scheduled pickup time (typically between 9:00 AM–9:30 AM). Our driver will call the evening before to confirm your exact pickup slot. Free hotel pickup is available within Ooty city limits—if you’re outside town, we’ll arrange a convenient meeting point at the Ooty Bus Stand or Coonoor Road Junction. Kindly share your accommodation name, full address, and room/flat number when booking.
Itinerary
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Pine Forest in Ooty, also known as Pine Valley, is a serene woodland spread along the Emerald Lake Road, about 10 km from town. Towering Himalayan pine trees line narrow, winding paths, filtering sunlight into golden shafts that dance on soft needles underfoot. This tranquil oasis beckons nature lovers with opportunities for leisurely walks, birdwatching and photography amid whispering pines. Children and adults alike can enjoy gentle horse rides or peaceful picnics beneath the cool canopy. Pine Forest’s hushed atmosphere and ethereal beauty make it an unmissable stop on any Ooty itinerary.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included -
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Perched at the 9th mile on the Ooty–Coonoor ghat road, Wenlock Downs’ Shooting Point treats visitors to sweeping panoramas of the Nilgiri Hills. Undulating grasslands cloak gently sloping hillsides, punctuated by rocky outcrops and dotted with tea gardens far below. The vantage offers sunrise and sunset vistas that blend mist-wreathed valleys with distant peaks. Outdoor enthusiasts can hike grassy meadows, picnic atop windswept knolls, or capture dramatic landscape photography. Wenlock Downs’ open expanse evokes serene freedom—a must-see on any Nilgiri journey.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included -
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Pykara Lake, formed by the Pykara River barrage about 21 km from Ooty, is a glistening high-altitude reservoir set against rolling hills and dense shola forests. Its calm waters reflect mist-shrouded peaks, creating a painterly vista at dawn and dusk. Visitors can hire traditional coracle-style boats or speedboats to glide across the lake, while shaded picnic spots along the embankment invite leisurely breaks. The surrounding trails wind through eucalyptus groves and reveal views of Pykara Falls cascading over rocky ledges. Birdwatchers may spot kingfishers skimming the surface, and photographers will find endless compositions of water, forest and sky. A visit here blends serene relaxation with gentle adventure, making Pykara Lake a highlight of any Nilgiris itinerary.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included -
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Pykara boating offers a tranquil voyage across the glassy expanse of Pykara Lake, nestled 21 km from Ooty. Choose between traditional coracle-style shikara rides or motorboat excursions—the latter reaching speeds that thrill yet remain safe under experienced pilots. As you drift past emerald-clad shores and mist-laced eucalyptus groves, you’ll glimpse cascading Pykara Falls upstream and possibly spot kingfishers skimming the surface. Morning cruises bathe the lake in soft dawn light, while afternoon trips reveal deeper shades of blue under clear skies. Ample seating, life jackets and gentle wave action make this activity ideal for families, couples and solo travelers seeking both relaxation and a dash of adventure amid the Nilgiri hills.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
Additional info
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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