Best Nature And Wildlife Activities In Tamil Nadu

Masinagudi is home to the Nilgiris, a part of the Western Ghats known for its pristine and enthralling beauty. The surrounding hilly terrain provides for a number of adventurous escapades. On this guided trek of around 4 hours, you’re bound to find exotic and endemic species roaming.

This early morning trek begins around 6am from your accommodation and will cover around 7-8km. You could either pack breakfast to have it en route along the banks of River Singara or choose to have upon return. On the trek, surrender yourself to the divine nature abundance in this deciduous forest range. Spot wild animals and rare species of migratory birds such as the Eurasian Blackbird, Collared dove, Sandpiper and Ashy prinia.

Duration: 3-4hours

Difficulty: Moderate

About the Activity:

• Experience 2 hours of wilderness fun with a jeep safari in Masinagudi; a forest region located at the foothills of the Nilgiris.
• Organised every early morning and late evening, this jeep safari will take you through amazing forests and lush green thickets that provides refuge for many species of animals.
• You can opt for an early morning jeep safari starting at around 06:00 AM, 07:00 AM or the late evening rides at 05:00 PM or 07:00 PM.
• Come face-to-face with the rarely seen wildlife in their most natural form. Spot an elephant herd freely roam in their own natural premise and hidden amongst shrubs could be chitals and wild boars.

 

 

Masinagudi is a part of the Mudumalai National Park in Tamil Nadu. The Mudumalai National Park is a large wildlife sanctuary which has been declared as Tiger Reserve and extends into the states of Karnataka and Kerala. Masinagudi is noted for its rich forests and abundant flora and fauna.

Escape into a world that is a combination of rich flora and fauna and nature-architected aesthetics. Experience the manifestations of nature in its finest representations while visiting the different destination in this tour. Go trekking up to the scenic waterfalls and behold the enthralling sites of the splashing waters.

Originating from Coimbatore, this tour will take you to two of the most vibrant and fascination hill stations; Ooty and Wayanad. Within the five days of the tour, you will be having opportunities to explore the best of these hill stations and carry home, some of the most charming and amusing moments of your life.

About the destination: Visit the fascinating Crocodile Bank, experience these gigantic reptiles close at hand, feed them and also witness poison extraction from venomous snakes! Also, within this 2-2.5 hours tour, plan a picnic to the Tiger Cave, a sacred rock-cut Hindu temple near Mahabalipuram. Explore the gardens surrounding the mandapa, as you take a break to spend some quality time with family, friends or other co-travellers.

Starting from Mahabalipuram, anywhere between 8am-3pm, drive down in an auto-rickshaw to the Crocodile Bank, one of the renowned crocodile breeding centres in the world. Spreading over an area of 3.2 hectares and established as a research location for the study of crocodiles, the bank is housing more than 2,400 crocodiles of 14 different species. Spend around 1-1.5 hours learning about the different stages of their breeding and also visit the snake breeding and poison extraction centre within the bank. The poison extracted here is sent worldwide for medicinal research and use.

The Tigers Cave is situated at Salurankuppam,at around 5km from Mahabalipuram. It got its name from the numerous tiger head carvings at its entrance. On the way to the temple, enjoy a revitalizing tender coconut drink. Dedicated to Goddess Durga, this mandapa is surrounded by scenic gardens and serves as a popular picnic spot. Explore the vicinity for around 30 minutes and with the completion of your visit, depart the temple site and get dropped back at Mahabalipuram.

Duration: Around 3 hours

Location: Masinagudi, Tamil Nadu

Check-in: 12:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Nilgiris, one of the oldest mountain ranges, located at the tri-junction of Tamil Nadu, Kerala and Karnataka. Nilgiris is a part of the Western Ghats. Ooty the “Queen of Hill Stations”, Coonoor 19 kms from Ooty and Kotagiri 31 kms from Ooty, are the three hill stations of this district.

With the captivating Nilgiris surrounding this beautiful property, it serves as a peaceful getaway from all the rush of city life. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, room service and organises tours for guests. There is no in-house kitchen in this property but you can easily arrange for delicious meals and also get it parcelled from nearby restaurants, that are located around 500m.

You can avail a delightful nature walk in farm,carry out some adventurous trekking, or play indoor and outdoor games with your family and friends. You can also explore wildlife more closely on getting the glimpses of elephants, wild boars, deers and bears inside the property. The scenic beauty around makes the location the best holiday destination.

Places around the location:
1. Mudumalai Tiger Reserve - Safari - 06 km
2. Bandipur Tiger Reserve - Safari - 12 km
3. Masinagudi Junction - 650 mts
4. Vibudhi Malai - 06 km 
5. Ooty - 30 km
6. Gopalsami Betta - 42 km

Packages Offered:
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1. Deluxe room on 2-4 sharing with seating area and activities with Nature Walk
2. Super Deluxe room on 3-5 sharing with seating area and activities with Nature Walk
3. Clan on 6-8 sharing with seating area and  activities with Nature Walk
4. Suite on 4-8 sharing with seating area and activities with  Nature Walk

All the accommodation options have private balcony, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a wardrobe, a kettle and a private bathroom with free amenities and a shower and 24 hr hot water on request.

How to reach:
You can easily take private or public transportation(jeep) to the location. A proper tar road connects the property. It is 650 m from the main Masinagudi Junction. It is around 18 km from Ooty Bus Stand and Ooty Railway Station. The nearest airport is Calicutt International Airport, 117 km from the accommodation.

About the Activity :

Birding in Ooty gives the photographer and wildlife lover in you a treat of a lifetime! The vivid colours, the tranquil and dim music in the air from the beautiful birds as they circle above your head around the trees, will give your soul the peace it deserves!

If discovering exotic wildlife in the hills enthrals you, then this near to 4 hours’ birding in Ooty is the right activity for you this long weekend! With over 200 different varieties of birds, the hill station has offered refuge to rare, precious species of the winged beauties!

Bird watching in Ooty lets you explore the different hues, sounds and activities of the tiny chirping marvels, hidden comfortably in the thickets of bottle green trees, singing along with nature.

On your visit to the different botanical Gardens and wildlife sanctuaries, be sure to whip your camera out and zoom in, tread lightly and patiently wait for the perfect click of the boisterous rainbow families to spread their wings and pose for you! During your four hour bird watching activity, you will have seen and rediscovered bird species like the Nilgiri Flycatcher, Nilgiri Wood Pigeon, Kashmir Flycatcher, White-bellied Shortwing and the Painted Bushquail among others.

About the activity:

Get ready for an astonishing experience! Arrive during day time for this fun-filled Parsons Trek. Your 8km trekking excursion head starts from Sholur Junction which lies 11km ahead of Ooty.

From here, get ready to walk through luxuriant thickets of Eucalyptus; walk past beautiful thickets till you reach the dam. Admire the elegance of the dam and the soothing greenery bordering it. Parsons Valley, Ooty is a relief from the buzzing city life as the temperature is throughout pleasant and the view is just something that you can only dream about.

Continue your trek; walk past a Toda Tribal Village and get a glimpse of the tribal life. Climb Thirthor Bett, which is crowned at a soaring height of about 2,450m and enjoy panoramic views of the Nilgiris below. A perfect place for meditation, sit and relax in the soothing calmness enveloping this entire place.

After a filling dose of nature, begin your downward trail through lush-green meadows and impressive thickets till you reach Koil Mund. Take a break to enjoy the stunning landscape, gather your wits and continue your descend. Pass Pykara Dam amidst your journey to Ooty, get smitten with colossal view of other mountain ranges. Enthral in a delightful experience!

Make some good memories with other group members during Parsons Trek. Post this fun-filled time, prepare to head back to your respective places with a bag full of memories.

About the activity :

Enjoy a fun-filled riverside picnic in Mudumalai with your loved ones on your next trip to this picturesque place located at the foothills of the Nilgiris. The forested heaven is well known for its immense beauty and serenity. Filled with sunlight that shoots through the thick, green trees and in the silence momentarily interrupted with the cries of the wild, Mudumalai offers hope and happiness for weekenders looking for a quick stint in the wild and trekkers who are looking for rough and wild terrain to traverse upon.

Enjoy a good snack on the base of the enthralling waterfalls and bask in the divine thrill of the beautiful waters and forested bliss around you! Mudumalai offers you the perfect balance of flora and fauna, with some of the country’s best spots being hidden within these forests itself! The forests are filled with many wonders and the rivers and waterfalls in Mudumalai are even more beautiful and lush!

Transportation Types: Included. Type of vehicle depends on the group size

Activities: Waterfall Visit

Difficulty Level: Easy

About the activity :

Have you ever wondered what it would feel like to live amongst the trees and enjoy the serenity of nature that surrounds you on all sides? If you love basking in the middle of nature, then you need to head on to Mudumalai for an exciting tree house stay! Sleep in the luxury of tree houses built to suit your needs and ensuring that you enjoy every second that you spend in the tree house!

 Mudumalai lies at the foot of the Nilgiris and gives you the best opportunity to enjoy the special feeling of being in the middle of the forest, surrounded by the sound of the waterfalls and the humming of the birds, as you zoom in and out of your camera lens, making some of the best memories simply freeze into your frame! A tree house stay in Mudumalai is all you need to enjoy the glory of this serene land, and from the best view.

Accommodation Types: Tree House Cottage

Activities: Waterfall Visit, Tree House Stay

Difficulty Level: Easy

About the activity / tour with details :

Mudumalai is a true nature’s delight that provides you best views of nature in its purest form. From lush greenery to waterfalls to exotic wildlife, this place just has it all. Embark on an amazing bird watching in Mudumalai, bird watching or how people fondly refer this activity as birding is the observation and study of birds with the naked eye or through a device like binoculars.

Mudumalai bird sanctuary is a heaven on earth for all bird lovers. Delight in the wide population of various beautiful, known-unknown bird species that happily co-exist with each other in this heavenly place.

Bird Watching in Mudumalai involves a major auditory component, as many bird species are more readily detected and identified by ear than by eye. Get some mind-blowing views of birds like Grey Jungle Fowl, Red Spur Fowl, Grey Partridge Quails, Goggle Eyed Plower, Malabar Whistling Thrush, Large Racket-Tailed Dronge, the Magpie-robin, Spotted Babbler, Small Green Barbet, Green Pigeons, Brown Dove, Malabar Grey Hornbill, Bulbuls, Mynahs, etc.

Among terrific prey birds, you are likely to get a close glimpse of Eagles, Hawks, Buzzards, Harriers, Falcons and King Vulture besides other migratory water birds. Rivet in this amazing unparalleled experience of bird watching in Mudumalai with friends and family while here.

Activities: Bird Watching

About the Activity:

Embraced by the grand Nilgiris from all sides, Mudumalai is a beautiful village that is guarded by ringing peaks from all sides. Away from the hum-drums of city life this tiny abode is well known all over its neighbouring populated places as one of the best weekend getaway.

Mudumalai jungle safari is one delightful experience that enables you to explore exotic wildlife flourishing in this nature’s retreat. Delight in this captivating Jeep safari with friends and family that takes you through winding roads and provides you with some of the best shots of beautiful known-unknown diverse animal and bird species.

Beguile yourself with this amazing experience – witness beautiful animals roaming in the lush-green thickets freely. Capture these beautiful animals on your camera while enjoying the stunning natural beauty of the place. Also for a birds lover, this place is an accomplishment, witness beautiful birds flying around in this happy home of nature. Give yourself a break from normal routine life and indulge in this amazing Mudumalai jungle safari with friends and family.

Activities: Jungle Safari

Difficulty Level: Easy

Activity Location: Ooty, Tamil Nadu

Pick-up & Drop Location: Pick-up & drop from your specified location/hotel centrally located within a 3 Km radius of Ooty bus stop

• Note: Additional charges might incur if you want your pick-up or drop from any other location.

Activity Timings: 8:30 AM to 7:00 PM

Activity Duration: 8 Hours (Approx.)

Places that can be covered: Doddabetta Peak, Tea Garden, Tea Factory & Tea Museum, Eagle Dare Adventures, Wax World Museum, Thunder World (Kids Activities), Ooty Boathouse (Lake), Thread Garden (Artificial Garden), Botanical garden, Rose garden

About Ooty Sightseeing Packages:

Tucked away peacefully amidst the Western Ghats, Ooty is a beautiful resort town that attracts a significant amount of tourists all year round. Explore this picturesque place and visit its prominent attractions without any transportation hassles. It is a perfect place to enjoy the beauty of mother nature while taking a break from the monotonous pattern of city life. Book this sightseeing tour and explore with your folks in the comfortable and convenient car of your choice.

Activity Title – Stay at Wild Walkers, Mudumalai

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Stay at Wild Walkers, Mudumalai provides you with a truly blissful and an offbeat experience. Enthrall in this amazing stay with friends and family!

About the Activity:

Enthrall in this amazing off-beat getaway experience with a stay at Wild Walkers, Mudumalai for an unparalleled experience. Enthrall in the rustic aura of this splendid place that provides you with your required nature dose.

Indulge in a fascinating nature trek around the vicinity that provides you with the best views of the region. With its strategic placement amidst the wild thickets – enjoy the frequent spotting of exotic wildlife sprawling in the region – delight in this wild experience that provides you with mysterious sighting of the wild cats that rule the jungles of this beautiful place.

Delight in this amazing stay at Wild Walkers, Mudumalai with friends and family. Enjoy the beautiful landscapes and serene environs. There is no better way to end a day in this lice of paradise than with an evening bonfire with rest of the group members. Return with a bag full of memories after a satisfying stay at Wild Walkers, Mudumalai.

Meal Types: Simple Vegetarian (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Morning & Evening tea / coffee with cookies)

Accommodation Types: Rooms on double sharing basis

Activities: Nature Trek, Evening bonfire

Difficulty Level: Easy

About the Activity

• Enjoy a jungle trip in Mudumalai National Park, Tamil Nadu. Revive with the salubrious nature from where you would not like to go back.
• Stay in a jungle lodge and indulge your senses among the beauty of nature.
• Enjoy a 4 hour trek during the day. Go on a safari at night for 3 hours by jeep as you explore the jungle and the flora and fauna that it has to offer.
• Its a wonderful trip for those who wish to explore jungles and go on a safari on a budget.
• A campfire will be set in the evening before you retire for the night.
• The check in and check out is at 12:00 noon.
• The tour is available for couples as well for a group of 8-15 people.

About the Activity

• Enjoy a jungle trip in Mudumalai National Park, Tamil Nadu.
• Stay in a jungle tree house, bamboo cottage or camping tent and indulge your senses among the beauty of nature.
• Engage in jungle trek during the day, if you wish to. Go on a safari at night by jeep as you explore the jungle and the flora and fauna that it has to offer.
• Its a wonderful trip for those who wish to explore jungles and go on a safari on a budget.
• Enjoy a campfire in the evening before you retire for the night.
• The check in and check out is at 12:00 noon.
  

About the Activity

• Enjoy a jungle trip in Mudumalai National Park, Tamil Nadu.
• This trip is budget friendly for students.
• Stay in a jungle lodge and indulge your senses among the beauty of nature. Go on a jungle safari by jeep as you explore the jungle and the flora and fauna that it has to offer.
•  Its a wonderful trip for those who wish to explore jungles and go on a safari on a budget.
• The check in and check out is at 12 noon.

About the Activity

• Enjoy a jungle trip in Mudumalai National Park, Tamil Nadu.
• Stay in a jungle dorm and indulge your senses among the beauty of nature.
• Explore and take photographs in the jungle and make beautiful memories. Go on a safari by jeep as you explore the jungle and the flora and fauna that it has to offer.
• Its a wonderful trip for those who wish to explore jungles and go on a safari on a budget.
• The check in and check out is at 12 noon.

About the Activity

• Relax and unwind with eco camp stay in Masinagudi, Mudumalai.
• This eco camp promises to help you relax in nature's own cradle and in luxury.
• Enjoy the beautiful scenery and the flora and fauna of this place. The stay is located close to the Mudumalai Tiger Reserve and is surrounded by hills.
• This 2 day 1 night activity is best suited for families or groups of people.
• Check in is at 12 pm and check out is at 11 am the next day.

About the Activity:

• Ooty is a hill station in Tamil Nadu located on the Nilgiri Hills. It was the former summer capital of the Madras Presidency.
• Rent a local expert in Ooty to go sightseeing around this beautiful hill station.
• Visit Ooty Lake, Emerald Lake, Botanical Garden, Stone Houses and a lot of other places in and around this town.
• The guide will give you a well instructed understanding of this hill station and take you to the best of places on this 8 hour rental.
• On booking, the local expert will instruct you about the starting and meeting point in Ooty.