Doddabetta Peak
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iaintay
London, UK18 contributions
Mar 2023 • Couples
We had planned to ‘trek’ the 3 km from Doddabetta Junction however trekking is currently forbidden due to tigers having caused 3 recent fatalities - fair enough. By then you are a captive market for overpriced return jeep journeys to the summit (600INR in our case). In hindsight the trekking path appears to be the road to the summit and would have been a very unpleasant hike so maybe the jeep option, overpriced that it was, was not so bad? The summit itself is a parking area with tacky gift & snack stalls - the viewing platform building costs a further 10 INR p/p. Nevertheless the views are pretty good in all directions and the place provides an authentic local tourism experience.
Written March 7, 2023
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Diane D
Pima, AZ943 contributions
Nov 2022
First of all, we had intended to walk the road up to the peak but that is not permitted due to safety issues, ie. narrow road and fast drivers. So plan on hiring a driver at the bottom of the road known as Doddabetta Junction. We arranged for him to drop us off then pick us up three hours later to allow plenty of time for exploration.
There are great vista from the mountain. We did not walk the whole way up to the viewing platform as there was a charge for that and we were mainly there for birding.
There are many vendors in the outdoor market along the sidewalk leading from the parking area to the mountaintop. They were selling a variety of things from fresh fruits and grains to cheap toys for kids. It was sad that all the waste and litter from this market was just being dumped over the edge of the hill. The parking area was especially nasty with lots of litter even though plastic is supposedly banned but there must not be any enforcement on site.
Doddabetta Peak was our destination for one or two specific birds we wanted to see and we got great views of one of them. Three hours was the perfect amount of time to allow for visiting the area.
There are great vista from the mountain. We did not walk the whole way up to the viewing platform as there was a charge for that and we were mainly there for birding.
There are many vendors in the outdoor market along the sidewalk leading from the parking area to the mountaintop. They were selling a variety of things from fresh fruits and grains to cheap toys for kids. It was sad that all the waste and litter from this market was just being dumped over the edge of the hill. The parking area was especially nasty with lots of litter even though plastic is supposedly banned but there must not be any enforcement on site.
Doddabetta Peak was our destination for one or two specific birds we wanted to see and we got great views of one of them. Three hours was the perfect amount of time to allow for visiting the area.
Written December 4, 2022
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Rev1211
New Delhi, India115 contributions
Apr 2022
A very good place to take pictures of hills, sky, clouds and of course the Ooty town. What you wear when you go up to a peak is important. Jeans/trousers recommended for women. Please make sure you carry umbrellas, rain coat/wind breaker, water proof back packs etc. Also wear sneakers with good grips or hiking boots if you are interested in taking pictures; I bet you will be tempted to photograph the panoramic views. There is a nominal fee for visitors and still cameras. While you are driving up to this peak, do not forget to stop near a few bends where sufficient parking space is available on shoulders. you may get different or even better views of the same places.
Written April 24, 2022
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rahul c
Pune, India88 contributions
Dec 2019 • Family
Its a 20 min ride from main ooty city and you can reach it by car, auto as well. It has got a tower and you can climb and see the beautiful ooty city. go further and take good photos.
Written January 5, 2020
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Reghu N
Payyanur, India200 contributions
Oct 2022
Doddabetta is the highest Peak in the Tamil Nadu and is about 10 km from Ooty bus stand. The name Doddabetta literally means 'Big mountain' in the Badugu Language, which is so in reality. It is at the junction of Western and Eastern Ghats and offer beautiful vistas of Nilgiri Hills range.
The entry ticket fee is Rs.10 per person and it is about 7/10 minutes walking/climbing steps from the parking place. There is plenty of roadside shops through out the way and some time big crowd there blocking the easy entry to the park.
Other than the Peak view (Telescope house), nothing much to see/explore there, except a nice garden around. Anyway, no doubt It is a popular tourist attraction in Ooty.
The entry ticket fee is Rs.10 per person and it is about 7/10 minutes walking/climbing steps from the parking place. There is plenty of roadside shops through out the way and some time big crowd there blocking the easy entry to the park.
Other than the Peak view (Telescope house), nothing much to see/explore there, except a nice garden around. Anyway, no doubt It is a popular tourist attraction in Ooty.
Written November 1, 2022
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robinjn1
Sherborne, UK924 contributions
Mar 2020
Doddabetta means 'big mountain' and is the highest peak of the Tamilnadu area, lying at the junction of the western and eastern Ghats.
The height of the peak is 2660 meters. The temp only reaches a max of 20*
Bit of a bun fight getting up there with only limited parking. Then you have to pass a whole series of food / trinket sellers before getting to the lookout building at the peak.
Good view over surrounding areas provided suitable weather conditions.
The height of the peak is 2660 meters. The temp only reaches a max of 20*
Bit of a bun fight getting up there with only limited parking. Then you have to pass a whole series of food / trinket sellers before getting to the lookout building at the peak.
Good view over surrounding areas provided suitable weather conditions.
Written March 20, 2020
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puchka
Bengaluru, India2,133 contributions
Apr 2022 • Couples
Since our last visit twenty five years ago there has been remarkable improvements in roads, and onsite facilities, credit to the Tamil Nadu Government. The climb uphill is gentle on paved pathways. At the peak, there are tea shops and eateries. Toilet facility is also available. Being a festive day, the Policemen were doing a commendable job controlling the crowds. A must do visit in Ooty....to witness the panoramic views of the valleys lying below and far in the distance.
Written April 14, 2022
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Stay18911722702
Mumbai, India5 contributions
Feb 2021 • Family
Breathtaking View, Must to Visit.. It is the highest Peak in Ooty, Amidst the clouds. Best time to visit is during summer, we visited in February where the temperature was below 11 degree so needed a hevay woolen to roam around comforyably..
Written February 24, 2021
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PraksMumbai
Singapore, Singapore111 contributions
May 2022 • Couples
The highest peak of Tamilnadu. The place is bustling with tourists since it’s proper holiday season after a pause of two years due to the pandemic.
We started early from Ooty town. Takes about 30 minutes to cover 8 kms. Roads are narrow but well maintained. Parking at the topmost point is organised inspite of the crowds.
Views are excellent.
Entry fees Rs. 10 per person and Rs. 20 for a car.
Carry appropriate wear for rain as it drizzles many a times during the day. It’s also windy.
Overall, a family place for all ages.
We started early from Ooty town. Takes about 30 minutes to cover 8 kms. Roads are narrow but well maintained. Parking at the topmost point is organised inspite of the crowds.
Views are excellent.
Entry fees Rs. 10 per person and Rs. 20 for a car.
Carry appropriate wear for rain as it drizzles many a times during the day. It’s also windy.
Overall, a family place for all ages.
Written May 30, 2022
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Osprey Traveler
27 contributions
Mar 2023
It is great to get up high and see the area. There were big crowds on a Monday 9am in March. There are lots of shops and eateries at the top of the mountain. We were hoping for a pastoral, hiking trip and found a thriving commercial venture on top of a mountain. We wanted to be in nature and were disappointed.
Written March 20, 2023
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Chk the entry timings please. If its open you can visit. May sure the weather is good.
Written February 20, 2024
Can i take my own car and drive from mysore to ooty? Is so what are the requirements? Is it suggested?
Written May 24, 2022
Yes. No requirements whatsoever. Fill your tank as there are no petrol bunks once you enter Bandipur forest till you reach Ooty.
Written May 26, 2022
How to travel from city center? Also, how is the public transport to visit nearby places in ooty
Written December 21, 2017
to visit doddabetta there are public transport. but dont rely on those because they might drop you 2-3 km away from the peak.
take an auto or you have to enquire with your hotel.
Written December 25, 2017
Yes.. I found Mini buses.. it is more comfortable in car than bus as roads are curvy and narrow.
Written June 17, 2018
Can I visit this peak via my own car ? Someone was mentioning roads not being nice. If no, what is the alternate way to visit this peak?
Written March 8, 2017
The difficulty is only in the rainy season or during winters when there is lot of mist and clouds making the road invisible though u can move on with fog lights.I was born and brought up there in Coonoor there are other beautiful places in and around ooty like the wen-lock downs, gymkhana club in coonoor-- lambs rock and dolphins nose view points. There is a hill you can see on the left hand side very prominently when you climb the road up from Mettupalayam to coonoor called as PAKASURAN MALAI where supposedly Tipu Sultan had a tunnel built underground from mysore to escape the Britishers. Ask me more about Nilgiris will be happy to reply ...
Written March 9, 2017
How is this place connected through public transport? Are there any eateries nearby to have lunch?
Written November 22, 2016
There is public transport but you have to get down at particular place and take a jeep. As this place is on steep hill. As far food is concern there is no good hotel.
Written November 24, 2016
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