KODAIKANAL
Kodaikanal is South India's best known hill station and
is situated amidst the sylvan settings of the Palani Hills in the Western Ghats.
Kodaikanal, is situated 2100 meters above sea level, in the beautiful
Palani Hills. Kodaikanal is 120 Kms from the bustling city of Madurai and at
least tens and thousands of Kilometres from the mundane.
A charming hill station that retains much of
its pristine beauty and magnificent landscapes provide the ideal settings for
the trigger-happy photographer. The main attraction here
is the star shaped
lake. Boating on the lake is a popular pastime and the 5 km path around it, is a favourite promenade. The popular summer season brings you the various exhibitions
and activities including the Horticultural show and the Regatta. it also has a
fine Golf course. The woods outside Kodaikanal is abundant in birdlife. The
pride of Kodaikanal is the Kurinji flower, which blooms once in 12 years. In
2006 there were Kodaikanal had lot of tourists to view this Kurinji flowers. It is
famous for its fruits which are known for their freshness.
| Fact File: | |
| Location: |
Southern crest of the upper Palani Hills, Tamilnadu |
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Area: |
21.45sq.kms |
| Altitude: | 2133mts above sea level Rainfall: 165cms |
| Clothing: |
Woollens for the evening almost all year round. If your are keen on doing some trekking in the sholas (forests), pack walking shoes and insect repellent. |
| Temperature: | Summer: Max 20C, Min 11C Winter: Max 17C,Min 8C |
| Best Season: |
The most crowded tourist season in Kodaikanal is during the summer mid-April to mid-June. The best time to visit is when the monsoon season is coming to an end, usually during end-August and early September. |
Getting there:
By Air:
The nearest airport is Madurai, 120 km away.
By Train: The nearest railhead is Kodai Road Railway Station, 80 km
away.
By Road: Kodaikanal is linked by road to all major towns. Taxis are
available for hire.
Kodaikanal
2 Nights / 3 Days
Day 01
Kodaikanal
Arrive
Madurai or Kodai Road by train / flight. On arrival transfer to the Hotel
to relax. Rest of the day is at Leisure.
Day 02 Kodaikanal
Visit the Pillar Rocks overlooking tall rock outcrops 121 meters high. Overnight at
hotel.
Visit Bryants Park – famous for its flowers, hybrids and grafts which is
housed in a glass house, Green Valley view (earlier known as Suicide
Point) Coakers Walk, Silver Cascade Waterfalls, Silent valley. Kodai Lake
is a beautiful lake with 24 hectares and a boat ride provides a beautiful
view.
Day 03
Depart Kodaikanal
After
breakfast you will depart from Kodaikanal and drop at either Madurai or
Kodai Road station for your return departure.
Cost per couple: Click here
Package Cost Includes:
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Pick up and drop at Kodai Road / Madurai by Non AC car
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2 Nights accommodation on twin sharing basis including taxes.
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Breakfast for 2 Pax for 2 days.
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Full day sightseeing of Kodaikanal
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One hour Boating at Kodai Lake
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All taxes.
Package Cost does not Include:
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Air / Train fare.
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Meals, Entrances, Guide fees, Expenses of personal nature such as room service, bar bills, laundry, phone calls, tips and Porterage.
