Capture the essence of the Nilgiri Mountains in its whole at the highest point in Ooty – Doddabetta Peak, which is 2623 meters high. Great spot for some memorable photographs. Go up to the telescope house to view the surrounding areas through the lens. If you are feeling adventurous, explore the woods as you walk back to the foothill.
The drive up the hill to the peak will be beautiful and you will get to see amazing views of the Western Ghats and the valley as you drive up. The road travels through a thickly wooded area on one side and panoramic views on the other sides. The scenery will be so lovely that you will be tempted to stop on the way and capture photos.
FAQs
You can board on buses that go from Ooty to Kotagiri and get down at the base of the mountain and hike up to the peak. The other option would be to take circuit local buses or hire jeeps and taxis to go to the peak.
Yes, parking for both two wheelers and four wheelers is available near the peak. You may have to walk a little distance after parking the vehicle.
You can visit Doddabetta between 7 am and 6 pm.
You will find eateries, bakeries, cafes and small stalls selling different food items and snacks near the view point.
On average, tourists spend 1 to 2 hours at the peak.
The entry ticket cost is INR 10 per person.
Yes, you need to pay INR 10 for still camera and INR 50 for video camera.
