Overview
Available languages
7 hours
Mobile ticket
your private Pykara adventure is truly one‐of‐a‐kind: you’ll glide across the serene lake in a traditional coracle or speedboat, free from crowded ferries; explore hidden forest trails around the barrage; and enjoy personalized English/Tamil narration from guides who grew up in the Nilgiris. With door‐to‐door service in a modern AC vehicle, flexible schedules, and insider access to off‐beat viewpoints, you’ll experience Ooty like a local—capturing perfect sunrise reflections, spotting wildlife, and creating memories off the beaten path.
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
What To Expect
Pine Forest in Ooty, also known as Pine Valley, is a serene woodland spread along the Emerald Lake Road, about 10 km from town. Towering Himalayan pine trees line narrow, winding paths, filtering sunlight into golden shafts that dance on soft needles underfoot. This tranquil oasis beckons nature lovers with opportunities for leisurely walks, birdwatching and photography amid whispering pines. Children and adults alike can enjoy gentle horse rides or peaceful picnics beneath the cool canopy. Pine Forest’s hushed atmosphere and ethereal beauty make it an unmissable stop on any Ooty itinerary.
Wenlock Downs 9th Mile Shooting Point
Perched at the 9th mile on the Ooty–Coonoor ghat road, Wenlock Downs’ Shooting Point treats visitors to sweeping panoramas of the Nilgiri Hills. Undulating grasslands cloak gently sloping hillsides, punctuated by rocky outcrops and dotted with tea gardens far below. The vantage offers sunrise and sunset vistas that blend mist-wreathed valleys with distant peaks. Outdoor enthusiasts can hike grassy meadows, picnic atop windswept knolls, or capture dramatic landscape photography. Wenlock Downs’ open expanse evokes serene freedom—a must-see on any Nilgiri journey.
Options
Private Pykara Lake Tour in Ooty with Car
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Pine Forest Entrance Fees, Wenlock downs Entrance Fees, Pykara Falls Entrance Fees, Pykara Boating Ride (shared boat for up to 4 people)
City Map
All taxes and service fees
Private round-trip hotel pickup & drop-off in Ooty
Fuel, Parking, Toll, and Driver Tips
Comfortable private NON-AC vehicle with driver
Any food or beverage
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
1 review
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Perfectly planned trip – totally satisfied!
Wander44295796093,Dec 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Travel2ooty honeymoon package providers in Ooty offered a flawless and perfect Pykara sightseeing experience for us.
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