Complete Guide to Ooty Entry Tickets & Attraction Costs
Planning a trip to Ooty? Here’s your ultimate guide to entry fees, timings, boating charges, and safari booking details for all major attractions. Updated for 2025. Use this to budget your sightseeing and avoid surprises.
🎟️ Popular Ooty Attractions – Entry Fees & Timings
Ooty Lake
Man-made star-shaped lake, ideal for boating and horse riding. Entry fee separate from boating.
Timings: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Government Botanical Garden
Spread over 55 acres with 650+ species. Famous for annual flower show in May.
Timings: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Doddabetta Peak
Highest point in Nilgiris (2,637m). Telescope house at the top.
Timings: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tea Factory & Tea Museum
Learn about Nilgiri tea processing, tasting included.
Timings: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Rose Garden
Largest rose garden in India with over 2,800 varieties.
Timings: 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Pine Forest
Scenic pine forest near Ooty, popular for photography and nature walks.
Timings: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Pykara Lake & Falls
Boat house with speed boats, surrounded by shola forest. Boating extra.
Timings: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Sim's Park, Coonoor
Beautiful terraced garden with rare trees and annual fruit show.
Timings: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Lambs Rock
Viewpoint offering stunning vistas of Nilgiri hills and tea estates.
Timings: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Dolphin's Nose
Rock formation resembling a dolphin's nose, offers panoramic views.
Timings: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wax World Museum
Wax statues of famous personalities, including Indian leaders and celebrities.
Timings: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Eagle Dare Adventures Park
Adventure activities including zip line, rock climbing, rappelling, and more.
Timings: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
🚂 Toy Train (Nilgiri Mountain Railway)
Nilgiri Mountain Railway – Toy Train
UNESCO World Heritage ride from Ooty to Coonoor or vice versa.
Timings: Multiple departures, book online/at station. Tickets sell out fast.
🐘 Mudumalai & Bandipur Safaris
Mudumalai Tiger Reserve – Safari
Wildlife safari to spot elephants, deer, bison, and occasionally tigers. Two options:
- Mazda Safari (Canter): Open vehicle for groups – ₹450/person (no advance booking, first-come basis)
- Gypsy Safari (Jeep): Private jeep – ₹5,000 per vehicle (advance reservation required)
Note: Safaris subject to forest department schedule. Early morning (6-8 AM) and evening (3-5 PM) slots available.
💰 Quick Reference Table – Ooty Attraction Costs
| Attraction | Entry Fee (₹) | Additional Charges |
|---|---|---|
| Ooty Lake | 10 | Boating ₹200–700 |
| Botanical Garden | 30 | - |
| Doddabetta Peak | 50 | - |
| Tea Factory & Museum | 30 | - |
| Rose Garden | 30 | - |
| Pine Forest | 40 | - |
| Pykara Lake | 30 | Boating extra |
| Sims Park | 40 | - |
| Lambs Rock | 40 | - |
| Dolphin Nose | 20 | - |
| Wax World Museum | 40 | - |
| Eagle Dare Adventures | 1,500 | Full combo pack |
| Toy Train (Ooty to Coonoor) | 160 | One-way |
| Mudumalai Safari (Mazda) | 450 | Per person |
| Mudumalai Safari (Gypsy) | 5,000 | Per vehicle (advance) |
📌 Important Tips for Ooty Travelers
- Timings: Most attractions open by 8-9 AM and close by 5-6 PM. Plan accordingly.
- Advance Booking: Toy train tickets sell out weeks in advance; book online via IRCTC. Gypsy safaris need advance reservation.
- Cash vs Card: Entry counters often accept only cash, though some may have UPI. Carry small change.
- Best Time to Visit: March-June and September-October for clear skies. Monsoon (Jul-Aug) may cause closures.
- Transport: Private cabs are convenient for covering multiple spots. Taxi hire charges vary by distance.
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