5 treks in Ooty you must explore

Destination Written by The Hosteller

1) Elk Falls, Kotagiri

- Just 13 minutes from The Hosteller Ooty, this seasonal water fall is 150 ft tall - Surrounded by tea gardens and forests, it's ideal for nature walks and birdwatching [{ "selector": ".rolge-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "transform": "translateX(calc(360px - -0.000003699100375342823px))", "opacity": "1", "visibility" :"visible"}, {"offset": 1, "transform": "translateX(0)", "opacity": "1", "visibility" :"visible"} ] }, { "selector": ".nnsbm-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "transform": "translateX(calc(360px - 0.9999963008996247px))", "opacity": "1", "visibility" :"visible"}, {"offset": 1, "transform": "translateX(0)", "opacity": "1", "visibility" :"visible"} ] }] Book now

2) Doddabetta Peak

- The highest point in Nilgiri Hills offers panoramic views and a serene escape - Visit the Telescope House for a breathtaking glimpse of Ooty and its lush valleys [{ "selector": ".xbaek-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "transform": "translateX(-250px)", "opacity": "1", "visibility" :"visible" }, {"offset": 1, "transform": "translateX(0)", "opacity": "1", "visibility" :"visible"} ] }, { "selector": ".nozog-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "transform": "translateX(-270px)", "opacity": "1", "visibility" :"visible" }, {"offset": 1, "transform": "translateX(0)", "opacity": "1", "visibility" :"visible"} ] }] Book now

3) Parsons Valley trek

- A 6–8 km trail through Emerald Village with streams, greenery, and rustic charm - Ideal for families and beginners; enjoy Parsons Dam wrapped in misty views [{ "selector": ".suuun-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "transform": "translateX(-301px)", "opacity": "1", "visibility" :"visible" }, {"offset": 1, "transform": "translateX(0)", "opacity": "1", "visibility" :"visible"} ] }, { "selector": ".ugrpk-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "transform": "translateX(-301px)", "opacity": "1", "visibility" :"visible" }, {"offset": 1, "transform": "translateX(0)", "opacity": "1", "visibility" :"visible"} ] }] Book now

4) Sengottaraayar Malai, Coonoor

- A 3–4 hour scenic trek offering fog-draped landscapes and tea estates - From the top, get a panoramic view of Coonoor’s emerald hills and valleys [{ "selector": ".ptqjl-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "transform": "translateX(-289px)", "opacity": "1", "visibility" :"visible" }, {"offset": 1, "transform": "translateX(0)", "opacity": "1", "visibility" :"visible"} ] }, { "selector": ".kdtto-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "transform": "translateX(-335px)", "opacity": "1", "visibility" :"visible" }, {"offset": 1, "transform": "translateX(0)", "opacity": "1", "visibility" :"visible"} ] }] Book now

5) Mukurthi Peak

- A 4–5 hour trek in Mukurthi National Park, known for cloud-kissed landscapes - Spot endangered Nilgiri Tahr and hike through rhododendron-covered trails [{ "selector": ".ammzu-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "transform": "translateX(-291px)", "opacity": "1", "visibility" :"visible" }, {"offset": 1, "transform": "translateX(0)", "opacity": "1", "visibility" :"visible"} ] }, { "selector": ".wjkmj-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "transform": "translateX(-309px)", "opacity": "1", "visibility" :"visible" }, {"offset": 1, "transform": "translateX(0)", "opacity": "1", "visibility" :"visible"} ] }] Book now

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