KODAIKANAL LAKE
Location: Kodaikanal town center.
- Description: A man-made lake spread over 60 acres, popular for boating, cycling, and horse riding. Surrounded by lush greenery, it offers a serene environment.
- Activities: Boating, cycling, picnicking.
UPPER LAKE VIEW
- Location: 3 km from Kodaikanal Lake.
- Description: A viewpoint providing a panoramic view of Kodaikanal Lake and its surroundings, ideal for photography.
- Activities: Photography.
ROSE GARDEN
- Location: Near Coaker’s Walk, Kodaikanal.
- Description: A garden with a wide variety of roses in different colors and sizes, perfect for flower enthusiasts.
- Activities: Flower viewing, photography, leisurely walks.
KODAIKANAL SOLAR OBSERVATORY
- Location: 3 km from Kodaikanal Lake.
- Description: A viewpoint providing a panoramic view of Kodaikanal Lake and its surroundings, ideal for photography.
- Activities: Photography.
PINE FOREST
- Location: On the way to Mannavanur, 8 km from Kodaikanal.
- Description: A tranquil spot characterized by tall, dense pine trees, ideal for leisurely walks and photography.
- Activities: Leisurely walks, photography.
MOIR POINT
- Location: On the Berijam Lake Road, 10 km from Kodaikanal.
- Description: Offers breathtaking views of valleys and hills, marking the entry to the forest.
- Activities: Sightseeing, photography.
GUNA CAVE ( DEVIL'S KITCHEN)
- Location: On Pillar Rocks Road, 8 km from Kodaikanal.
- Description: Deep, narrow caves set amidst dense forest and large boulders, known for their mysterious allure.
- Activities: Exploring the caves, photography.
PILLAR ROCK
- Location: 8 km from Kodaikanal, near Guna Cave.
- Description: Three vertically aligned rock pillars standing at 400 feet, offering spectacular views and a surrounding garden area.
- Activities: Sightseeing, photography.
KODAIKANAL GOLF CLUB
- Location: Golf Links Road, 6 km from Kodaikanal.
- Description: A premier golf course established in 1895, offering a scenic and challenging golfing experience.
- Activities: Golfing.
SILENT VALLEY VIEW
- Location: 8 km from Kodaikanal on the Berijam Lake Road.
- Description: Provides a peaceful and panoramic view of Silent Valley, ideal for solitude and connecting with nature.
- Activities: Sightseeing, photography.
COAKER'S WALK
- Location: Near Kodaikanal Lake, around 1 km from the town center.
- Description: A 1-kilometer long pedestrian path offering stunning views of the plains, valleys, and distant hills.
- Activities: Walking, sightseeing, photography.
BRYANT PARK
- Location: Near Kodaikanal Lake, next to Coaker’s Walk.
- Description: A well-maintained botanical garden featuring a variety of flowers, hybrids, and a large glasshouse.
- Activities: Exploring the botanical garden, flower viewing, relaxing.
BOATING ON KODAIKANAL
- Location: Kodaikanal Lake.
- Description: Offers rowboats, pedal boats, and shikaras for hire, providing a unique way to enjoy the lake's serene waters.
- Activitie:Rowboating, pedal boating, riding shikaras.
FAIRY FALLS
- Location: Pambar Shola forest, Kodaikanal.
- Description: A tranquil waterfall within the Pambar Shola forest, ideal for relaxation and photography.
- Activities: Relaxation, photography.
PAMBAR FALLS ( GRAND CASCADE)
- Location: Pambar Shola forest, Kodaikanal.
- Description: A picturesque waterfall flowing through rock formations, located close to Fairy Falls.
- Activities: Sightseeing, photography.
VATTAKANAL FALLS
- Location: Vattakanal village, Kodaikanal.
- Description: A tranquil waterfall surrounded by lush greenery, perfect for a quick dip or relaxation.
- Activities: Relaxation, taking a quick dip, photography.
DOLPHIN'S NOSE
- Location: Vattakanal, Kodaikanal.
- Description: A flat rock resembling a dolphin’s nose, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding hills and valleys.
- Activities: Hiking, sightseeing, photography.
CHETTIAR PARK
- Location: Near Kurinji Andavar Temple, approximately 2 km from the Kodaikanal town center.
- Description: Chettiar Park is a beautifully maintained garden known for its lush greenery, colorful flowers, and serene environment. It is an ideal spot for a relaxing stroll, family picnics, and photography.
- Activities: Relaxing strolls, family picnics, photography.
