Overview

Kodaikanal is a hill town in the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It’s set in an area of granite cliffs, forested valleys, lakes, waterfalls and grassy hills. At 2,000 meters above sea level, the town centers around man-made, star-shaped Kodaikanal Lake, bordered by evergreen forest. Rowing boats can be hired, and hikers and cyclists follow the 5k Lake Road path around the shore.

TERMS & CONDITION

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Hotels once booked can be changed only as per the cancellation policy of hotels. All such cancellation charges will be charged to guest directly.
Usually vehicle is available from 8.00 am to 6.30 pm. We never recommend night drive on safety point of view.
we provide early / late driving on urgent basis /special cases, but it should be mentioned in the final literary sent to you.
In Deluxe houseboat’s, a/c will be operated from 9 pm to 6 am in bed rooms.
Houseboat check in time is 12 noon and check out is at 9 am. Houseboat will not make cruise from 5.30 pm to 7.30 am.
All guests are requested to give menu to houseboat people before one day in advance to prepare for you.
If any complaints related to the quality/service to the house boat, should be raised at the time itself, then only we can rectify and solve.
Cancellation of all packages will be applicable as per own Kerala cancellation policy which is shown in the website.
There will be a Peak season hike in rate from December 20 to January 10 in every year.
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Day 1 :

Pick from Coimbatore Airport/Railway station/ Bus stand proceed directly to Ooty. Ooty is the "Queen of Hill station" while proceed to Ooty you can go by toy train from metupalayam if time permits if not travel by road visit beautiful scenery of Mountains and lush green forest and valley, check-in at pre booked hotel and night stay at Ooty.

Day 2 :

This day is set for Ooty sightseeing after breakfast visit Botanical Garden, Govt. Rose garden, Thuder world,Boat house,Dodabetta peak,Thread Park, and overnight stay at pre booked hotel in Ooty.

Day 3 :

After breakfast check-out from hotel proceed to Kodaikanal on the way cover Coonoor sightseeing -sim park,Catherine Falls,Droog Fort,Dolphin Nose,Law falls after sightseeing proceed to Kodaikanal and overnight stay at Kodaikanal.

Day 4 :

Kodaikanal – "Princess of Hill station" This morning after breakfast visit. sightseeing at Kodaikanal starts with Coakers walk a pavement way constructed in 1872 by Coaker its 1 km stretch way where you can see beautiful scenery and aerial view of villages down the hills, Green valley view, Guna cave, Pillar rocks view, Pine Forest,Bear chola falls, Upper lake view and Overnight stay at hotel..

Day 5 :

This day is set free for purchase some delightful homemade chocolates and fresh hill fruits and enjoy your time at lake by boating,cycling and cover remaining sightseeing like Chettiyar park,and Kurinji andavar Temple. Overnight at Kodaikanal.

Day 6 :

After enjoyable tour will drop you at Madurai . On the way Kodaikanal to Madurai visit Dum Dum Falls View, View Point, Silver Cascade Museum. Later in the evening or noon will drop you at Madurai Airport/Railway station/Bus stand. Tour Ends

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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How fit do I need to be to do this trek?

Annapurna Base Camp is a Grade B or a moderately difficult trekking route. So any fit person can do this trek, even if you do not have any previous experience. You should be aware of what to expect and mentally prepare for it. Then, as long as you will too, you can.

How long do we walk every day when doing Annapurna Base Camp trekking?

On average, you walk about 4 to 6 hours per day. One or two days can be as less as 3hrs and one or two days can be as long as 7hrs.

What is the highest altitude reached in this trek?

The highest altitude reached is 4190m. This is the elevation of Annapurna Base Camp. ABC is the highest we will climb in this trek.

What about battery charging and hot shower facilities?

Yes, you can charge batteries en route. Charger should be brought. There are hot shower facilities as well. You may have to pay a certain amount for both ($1-$2). Negotiate. Also, a hot water facility could be free at a lower elevation.

Are there ATMs on the way to Annapurna Base Camp?

No. There are no ATMs on this trek route. You will have to draw enough cash in Pokhara or Kathmandu. There are a number of ATMs in these cities. Everything is paid in Nepali rupees. So money should be exchanged before the start of the trek.

What about internet access?

Yes. The Internet can be accessed in most places. Sometimes, there might be some technical problems. The Internet in Nepal is not as fast as you are used to and at times you can just lose connection.

Is it necessary to hire Guides/trekking agency for Annapurna Base Camp trekking?

Not really. It depends on you. If you want, ABC trekking can be done independently. You could hire a guide and a porter by yourself instead of going through an agency or not hire a guide at all. Although, not having a guide can be a little problematic during the offseason.

It really depends on you. Is it your first time in Nepal? How confident are you of being able to find your way around? How pressed on time are you? If you go through an agency, it will be costlier but everything will be planned. You will only have to come, trek and return.

How much do guides and porters cost?

For the Annapurna region, pay for guides range from $20 to $30 per day and porters take $15 to $25 per day.

(5 NIGHTS AND 6 DAYS) PLACES COVER COIMBATORE – OOTY – COONOR – KODAIKANAL – MADURAI

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