Kodaikanal Tour Packages

Literally translated to the “Gift of the forests”, this is a place where man’s architecture plays host to the happy hues of Mother Nature.

Located at a height of around 7200 feet above sea level, and set amidst the rolling Palani hills in the state of Tamil Nadu, Kodaikanal is a popular destination for honeymoons and vacations in India. The term Kodaikanal itself translates to the “gift of the forests”. Donning a cool and pleasant climate all year round, Kodaikanal is all about verdant valleys, forest-covered hills, and serene lakes and waterfalls.

Often referred to as the Princess of Hill Stations, Kodaikanal presents a beautiful blend of natural sceneries and culture. Owing to its rich flora and fauna, Kodaikanal serves as an excellent getaway from the monotony of city life. Opt for a local tour package to Kodaikanal, and take the opportunity to unwind and refresh yourself while connecting with nature and enjoying the finer things in life.

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About the destination

A pretty little hill station and a slow-paced town, Kodaikanal is the perfect place to visit for those who seek solitude on their vacations. Kodaikanal was originally established in 1845 by British bureaucrats and American missionaries to serve as a refuge from the high temperatures and diseases of the plains down below. In the 20th century, when some elite Indians began relocating to this enchanting hill, it finally took the form of a hill station and turned into a place for vacation.

Experience Kodaikanal

Visiting Kodaikanal will allow you to understand these exceptional southern landscapes and witness their beauty. It is here that you see the wonderful concoction of colonial traditions with pure South Indian heritage and customs.

The town celebrates various festivals including Pongal, Deepavali, Mother Salette festival, Christmas, Miladi Sherif, Natyanjali, Chithirai, tea and tourism festival, and so on. Other than these, boat races, trade fairs, and flower shows are also held throughout the year in Kodaikanal.

There are reasonably priced tour packages to Kodaikanal online at Veena World that let you witness the many colours of this wonderful natural haven of a place.

Things to do in Kodaikanal

When it comes to activities to undertake and places to visit in Kodaikanal, tourists generally find themselves spoilt for choice. With nature all around, there are several spectacular locations for sightseeing in Kodaikanal starting with the Kodaikanal Lake, a popular inclusion in all Kodaikanal tour and honeymoon packages. Built in 1863, it is an artificial lake that spreads over 60 acres of land. You will find a plethora of exciting recreational activities here to participate in, including pony rides, boat rides, and cycling. The 5-kilometer long path skirting the lake is a popular walking trail too. There is also a golf club that is located about 5 kilometers from the lake, which offers temporary memberships to tourists for using the golf course on an everyday basis.

Besides the Kodaikanal Lake, the top places to cover when you take a trip to Kodaikanal include:

Bryant Park

Built by H. D. Bryant, a forest officer from Madurai, in 1908, it is a botanical garden that covers an area of 20.5 acres. The park has around 325 species of trees. It has a special section dedicated to flowers with about 740 varieties of roses alone. It is also home to a Bodhi tree and a eucalyptus tree.

Coaker’s Walk

A kilometer-long paved pedestrian path that runs along the edge of the steep slopes of the southern side of Kodaikanal, Coaker’s walk was constructed by Lt. Coaker in 1872. Taking this path on a clear day, you can view the Pambar River in the southeast, Dolphin’s Nose in the south and the towns of Madurai and Periyakulam too.

Green Valley View

Located close to the golf course, Green Valley View delivers a panoramic view of the plains, and the Vagai Dam, 1500 meters below to the south.

Solar Observatory

At a height of 7,687 feet, the Solar Observatory in Kodaikanal is the highest location here. Set up in 1899, this observatory is owned and managed by the Indian Institute of Astrophysics. There are public tours to the astronomical science museum on campus, organized by the facility. The observatory is open to the public each Friday for a few hours.

Devil’s Kitchen

Featured in the Tamil movie Gunaa, this is a cave with bat-infested chambers between the Pillar Rocks. Although interior portions of these caves are now prohibited for public visits, you can still see some sections here.

In addition to sightseeing in Kodaikanal, as a part of the tour package, you can also indulge in shopping. The area is especially popular for its homemade chocolates, eucalyptus oil, plums, and pears. You can also shop for woolen clothes at the Tibetan refugee bazaar.

Best time to visit Kodaikanal

Kodaikanal mainly experiences three types of seasons, namely summer, winter, and monsoon. Although you can purchase a tour package to Kodaikanal online at Veena World for any time of the year, it is during the winters that you will get to witness the place at its divine best. Between the winter months of October to March, Kodaikanal has cool days and chilly nights. This makes it the perfect time to get a honeymoon package to Kodaikanal.

Other viable times for a comfortable tour to Kodaikanal include:

April to June

It is summer here; the days are breezy and pleasant, suitable for outdoor activities while the nights are cool.

July to September

The monsoon season is in full flow in Kodaikanal during these months. And although the slopes are wet and slippery, the hills are lush green and extremely picturesque.