Kodaikanal is South India's best known hill station and is situated amidst the sylvan settings of the Palani Hills in the Western Ghats. 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 favorite 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. It is also famous for its fruits which are known for their freshness.
Fact File - Kodaikanal
Location
Southern crest of the upper Palani Hills, Tamilnadu.
Area
21.45sq.kms
Capital
TamilNadu
Time Zone
GMT + 5:30 Hours
Currency
Indian Rupee (INR)
Language
Tamil, English, Hindi
Climate
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.
Kodaikanal - Tours (3 Days / 2 Nights)
Day 01: Kodaikanal
Arrive kodai road / Madurai, meet and transfer to Kodaikanal. On arrival check in hotel. Day free till lunch. Then proceed for half day tour covering: Kurunji Andavar Temple, Lake, Bryant Park. Dinner and Overnight stay.
Day 02: In Kodaikanal
Breakfast, proceed for half day tour covering : Coaker’s Walk, Green Valley View, Pillar rock, Pine Forest and back to hotel. Evening free on your own for shopping and other activities. Overnight stay at Kodaikanal
Day 03: Kodaikanal – Madurai – Chennai
Breakfast. Day free at leisure till lunch. Then check out hotel and drive to Madurai (On arrival Optional visit to Meenakshi Amman Temple) to connect Train / Airport.
