Ooty

Queen of the Nilgiri hills

What to expect in Ooty

Ooty (Udhagamandalam) in Tamil Nadu is a Nilgiri hill station of botanical gardens, lakes and tea estates, reached by a heritage mountain railway. Planning a trip here with Malti Luxe Hospitality starts with how you like to travel, whether that is a relaxed family break, a couples' getaway or a trip with friends.

Among the places most visitors want to see are Government Botanical Garden, Ooty Lake, Doddabetta Peak and Nilgiri Mountain Railway. Leave time for the local food as well: expect homemade chocolates, Nilgiri tea and varkey. Popular experiences include toy train ride, tea factory visit and lake boating.

The best time to visit is october to june for pleasant weather. Nearest airport is Coimbatore and Mettupalayam station links the Nilgiri mountain train. Conditions and entry rules can change, so please check current travel requirements before you book. Share your dates and preferences with our team and we will help you shape stays, local travel and sightseeing around Ooty.

• Government Botanical Garden
• Ooty Lake
• Doddabetta Peak
• Nilgiri Mountain Railway
• Best time: October to June for pleasant weather.
• Local flavours: homemade chocolates, Nilgiri tea and varkey.
• Getting there: Nearest airport is Coimbatore and Mettupalayam station links the Nilgiri mountain train.
• Try: Toy train ride, Tea factory visit, Lake boating.