Location: Kodaikanal
Top Things to do in Kodaikanal
Top Restaurants in Kodaikanal
Top 10 Things to do in Kodaikanal, Tamil Nadu
Kodaikanal has an endangered animal called the grizzled giant squirrel. To us, that alone is reason to book a trip ("grizzled giant squirrel" might be the best animal name ever). Perched on the woodsy southern crest of the Palani Hills, nearly 7,000 feet above sea level, this popular lakeside resort town is a magnet for nature lovers. Wander the peaceful slopes, keeping an eye out for birds, exotic flowers and, of course, grizzled giant squirrels.
Restaurants in Kodaikanal
1. Dolphin's Nose
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 164 reviews
Reviewed By ramakrishnabanoth3 - Warangal, India
What a place to view in this winter season, a mini trekking feeling while climbing it up and down. Experience of it's own kind .
2. Poombarai Village View
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 274 reviews
Reviewed By X7964NYarunk - Nagpur District, India
Poombarai is a village located in the heart of the Palani hills , around 6300 feet above sea-level in Kodaikanal ( About 45 min drive from city center ). Poombarai is famous for Sri Kuzhanthai Velleper temple ( i.e Lord Murugan temple), which has three thousand years of history and was consecrated by Saint Bhogar. The Idol of Lord Murugan is believed to be made of Ten Different Herbals. As the Village is fully covered by Reserve forest, which contains lot of herbal plants; people believe that Abhishekam performed here cures diseases like cancer , diabetes.. Poomabrai village is famous for its production of quality garlic. Standing secluded around. One can spend hours gazing at the natural beauty and taste some local produce like carrots, beans etc. Nice place to enjoy a scenic hike and catch glimpse of clouds with terraced valleys.
3. Mannavanur Lake
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 336 reviews
Reviewed By 130684130684
Don't miss this place. This is 34km from kodaikanal town. (Lake, Rabbit shed & Sheep shed) Best to reach: Car or Two wheeler Best time : Start morning 8A.M from kodaikanal town and you can comeback to room before 3P.M To buy from farmer: Carrot, Beans,Mountain Garlic Don't Buy: eucalyptus oil (They will say high price)
4. Berijam Lake
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 780 reviews
Reviewed By amitac14 - Mumbai, India
It is located inside the forest. Limited number of vehicles are allowed per day thus better to go here early in the day.The place is simple and beautiful.
5. Kodaikanal Lake
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 3,075 reviews
Reviewed By Bala_Coimbatore - Coimbatore, India
Take a walk around the lake or get on cycle for a round, you will wonder if you are in a European city. Take a peddle boat from the Boat Club and admire century old houses while you are on the lake. Best time from morning till evening 4pm.
6. Coakers Walk
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1,196 reviews
Reviewed By ritutahiliani - Mumbai, India
Coakers Walk is approx a km long walking pathway overlooking city and valley view in the city of Kodaikanal. Approx 500 m from Kodai lake ,it is a preferred location for the a romantic/evening /early morning walk . One can have the pleasure of viewing valleys and range of mountains with cloud cover especially in the evenings. Opp famous Bryant park,this pathway has small stalls selling boiled groundnut and roasted corn. You can also have a view of fogs and water falls from here from telescope viewing point priced additionally for Rs10/-.A person can be at leisure to enjoy this serene location.
7. Pillar Rocks
8. Kurinji Andavar Temple
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 441 reviews
Reviewed By twinkle906 - India, null
This temple of Lord Muruga is located at a distance of 5 Kms from Kodaikanal Bus Stand. This temple had been built by a European Lady during 1936, later converted to Hinduism. This Kurinji Andavar temple is famous for its Kurinji Flowers which blossoms in this area once in 12 years. We can enjoy beautiful view of Vaigai Dam and Palani Hills from this Murugan Temple.The Temple is managed by Palaniandavar Temple, Palani. There is also a small Sannidhi for Lord Ganesha in this temple. Understand that Anna Dhanam is being done here on a daily basis. The temple is very clean and well maintained.
9. Pine Forest
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1,141 reviews
Reviewed By ritutahiliani - Mumbai, India
Five min down from Guna caves, one get s down at this picture perfect point and enjoy the beauty. A serene location which has come in many Bollywood movies.Here pine trees have been planted by the forest department . You can have beautiful pics as all pine trees are in a row. Kids can have short horse riding session as well.
10. Guna Cave
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 587 reviews
Reviewed By amitac14 - Mumbai, India
Due to fog we were not able to see the cave. Needs a lot of walking. The approach to the view point is tricky. Beware of monkeys at the ticket counter. There are pay for use toilets available at the entrance. The best and most mesmerizing thing to see the tree roots that are on the way. Felt like we have entered a location from Harry Potter movie.
