Ooty Travel and Ooty Tours Guide
The
beautiful little hill station of Ooty is situated in the Nilgiri region in the
state of Tamil Nadu. Also known as Udhagamandalam, the city is blessed by picturesque
views with coffee and tea plantations and trees like conifers, eucalyptus, pine
and wattle dotted all over the place. The area was discovered by the British
in the early 19th century and developed by John Sullivan as a summer retreat
for the British officers in Madras. Some of the main tourist attractions of
the city are Botanical Garden, Ooty Lake, Doddabetta Park and Pykara Falls.
Climate
The climate of Ooty remains pleasant throughout the year. However, the best
time to visit the place are the months from February to May and September to
November. Light woollen clothes are enough during the summer season while heavy
woollens are recommended during the winters.
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Adventure Sports in Ooty tours
Ooty, owing to its diverse landscape, is perfect for adventure sports. The place
has fast become a prime destination for adventure sports enthusiasts. Some of
the main adventure sports which can be enjoyed in the city include :
» Trekking
Trekking is the perfect way for adventure and excitement while having a closer
look at the natural splendor of a place. The Nilgiris are a trekker's delight
which offer diverse treks for all, ranging from the most difficult to the easy
ones for amateurs. The tourist department has provided many facilities to the
tourists, including the services of local guides, to promote the sport of trekking.
We make all exclusive arrangements through our Ooty travel agency division.
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Angling
The many serene lakes and streams of the city are perfect for angle fishing.
The tourists can enjoy fishing any time of the year, though prior permission
has to be obtained from the Assistant Director of Fisheries.
» Hang Gliding
Hang Gliding becomes an all new experience in the picturesque environs of Ooty.
Hand gliding training courses are also organised here during the months of March
to May.
Stay in Ooty through our Ooty travel agency and Ooty accommodations,Ooty Hotels
Ooty Accommodations - Good Ooty Accommodations facilities are available at Ooty in
a number of luxury ooty hotels, lodges and resorts. The ooty hotels range from
five star luxury hotels providing all the new age amenities to cheap economy
class hotels that provide necessary amenities at reasonable prices. Quality
food is also available.
Getting There
» By Air - The nearest airport is at Coimbatore, just
100 km from Ooty. Air Deccan and Jet Airways operate direct flights to Coimbatore
from Mumbai, Bangalore, Chennai and Hyderabad while Indian Airlines' Delhi-Kozhikode
flight is via Coimbatore.
» By Rail - Ooty is connected to Mettupalayam through
a narrow gauge railway line. The nearest broad gauge connection is Mettupalayam
(46 km). Coimbatore is a major railhead, connected to all the main Indian cities.
» By Road - Travelling to Ooty through road is a different
experience. Regular bus services are available from all the neighbouring cities
including Bangalore, Mysore, Coimbatore, Calicut, Kanyakumari etc.
Local Modes Of Transport
Local buses, taxis and rickshaws can be hired to move through the city. Travelling
through the city at a leisurely pace will enable you to fully experience the
natural beauty of the place. We can arrange for you fine sleeker cars to explore
the natural wealth of Ooty.
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