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Best Solo Tours And Activities In Tamil Nadu

About the Activity:

Situated at a distance of 8 km from the main city of Kodaikanal, the Dolphin's Nose provides a bird's eye view of the scenic landscape of the surrounding mountainous area. It is a flat rock jutting out of the mountain, overlooking a deep cliff, with its shape akin to that of the nose of a dolphin. Positioned at an elevation of 6600 feet, the fascinating place is one of the central destinations for tourists visiting Kodaikanal. 

The 3-4 hour trip to the Dolphin’s Nose can be undertaken at either 8 am or 2 pm. An experienced guide, well versed with the terrain, will steer you through the trek. The summit offers a panoramic view of the area below and on clear days, you might be able to spot the Periyakulam Town as well as the Vaigai Lake. The trek isn’t a very strenuous one and you might also take a detour to the small village of Vellagavi which is on the same track. 

About the Activity:

Get a glimpse of the life of a fisherman as you saunter through their quaint hamlet in Pondicherry. Also, witness firsthand how the skilled artisans give form to exquisite handmade artefacts.

Around 8.30 in the morning begin the tour that would roughly be for 4.5 hours. Cover a distance of 60 kilometres during the entire tour, and get an essence of the fisherman’s lifestyle. See how they repair their nets and trade the first catch of the day. After this visit, you head to the small scale industries that specialise in creating pottery, terracotta, and ceramic ware. Assisting you is a guide who explains the finer details of these manufacturing processes.

Kodaikanal the idyllic hill station is engulfed with natural rhapsodies with cascading waterfalls, lush green woods, misty mountains, placid lakes and rolling valleys. This thriving place is the source to the incredible Pambar Falls. Also called the Nom de plume grand cascade, you’ll typically spend around four hours to trek to the waterfalls. At the end of the path flanked by rugged hills you’ll be mesmerized to see the splendid falls cascade on step-like rock formation.

About the Activity:

Begin the trek of 16 km either early morning around 8 am or around 2 pm. With an experienced guide for company, cross over the steep track behind Pambar House. Meet the Pambar River meandering its way to drop over a chain of rock formation. Enjoy a shower in the pool beneath the falls. Delight in the chance spotting of several endemic birds and butterflies in the wild vicinity.  Post this, return to Kodai around 2 pm or 6 pm, depending on your trek timings.

Location: Kodaikanal, Tamil Nadu

Activity Timings: 4 hours (Between 8 AM to 6 PM)

About Vattakanal Trekking:

Experience great adventure and thrills when you book us and proceed to explore the trail of Vattakanal to witness the unbounded beauty of the Pambar Falls. Based in the Dindigul District of Tamil Nadu, the Vattakanal region containing the Palani Hills ranges, views of which would relax your mind and body with great charm.

When you get the Vattakanal trekking package, you shall be picked up from your hotel in Kodaikanal at around 8 am or 2 pm for the 3-4 hours trek of 10km. You would be given a briefing by your guide about the entire journey and then you begin for the trekking activity. Trek through the evergreen rainforest, plantations, grasslands and witness the wide culture of flora and fauna as you visit Shola Nursery. 

Suitable for: People who are physically fit and are more than 6 years of age.

Difficulty Level: Easy

How to Reach?
The most comfortable and easiest way to travel to Vattakanal from Kodaikanal is by road. It would take 23 minutes to reach Vattakanal via Observatory Road, covering a distance of 5.9km. It is advised to carry private transportation for reaching the spot.

Note:
The activity is not wheel-chair friendly and pregnant women are not advised to join the trekking activity.

About the destination: Set off on an adventurous bicycle trail of three days. Pay a visit to Masanagudi, Ooty, and Coonoor. En route, set your sights on the beauty of Bandipur, Kalhatty and DoddaBetta. Cover a total of 125kms.Your journey commences on Thursday around 10pm, when you will be picked up and taken to Chamrajnagar.

Description: Reach the venue by 2am and rest for a while at the accommodation provided. Wake up in the morning and indulge in breakfast. The fun begins at around 8.30am when you go cycling to Masanagudi. You will be crossing Bandipur and also be making way through flat terrains and forest areas. Lunch will be provided on route. Reach the destination by 5pm and retire for the day after dinner.

On Day 2, wake up at around 6am, have breakfast and leave at 7am for your cycling jaunt. Pedal away uphill to Ooty that welcomes you with scenic sights and pleasant weather. After lunch pass through Kalhatty and reach destination by 5pm. Relax at the accommodation provided in KSTDC. Dinner will be provided here. Day 3, start at 7am in the morning after breakfast and reach Coonoor at 1pm. Have lunch at 1 pm and enjoy cycling on a flat terrain and passing through DoddaBetta. Cycle the last stretch to reach Coonoor and be transported back to Ooty in our vehicle. Have lunch there, refresh and head back to Bangalore which you will reach by 9pm. 

Meal Type: 3 Breakfast, 3 Lunch, 2 Dinner. Breakfast & Dinner is buffet at the Homestay. Lunch is packed. Both veg & non-veg available.

 

About the Destination:

Famous for its beautiful sceneries, tea plantations, fields and estates, Gudalur makes a glorious biking expedition.  It derives its name from the Tamil words 'koodal oooru', which mean adjoining village. Indeed, Gudalur adjoins Ooty, Gundalpet and Nilambur and is equidistant from Kerala, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. 

Apart from great visual beauty, the place is rich in wildlife and both high-altitude and low-altitude flora and crops. The village traces the origins of its tea plantation back to the British occupation. Being situated close to other states, its demographic is an interesting amalgamation of cultures, especially after the 1970s, when the Tamil Nadu government agreed to give shelter to refugees from Sri Lanka.  

The fundraising cycling tour to Gudalur begins at Bangalore, where you will cover 350 kms all the way to Gudalur. On the way, stop and visit many places and people from different professions and cultures, including silkworm rearers in a sericulture farm, jaggery sellers, potters, the Mudumalai tiger reserve and a group of villagers in Kokkarebellur who have formed an animal conservation group.

You will also get to interact with the adivasi community in Gudalur, a group of indigenous and original inhabitants of the land, and will learn about their art, community and culture. Currently, the NGO works with four tribes Kattunayakans (traditional honey gatherers), Paniyas, Bettakurumbas (Elephant mahaouts) and Mullukurumbas.

About the Activity:

Get ready to wear spontaneity on your sleeve as you set out on an exciting and adventurous fundraising rally from Bangalore to Gudalur in Nilgiris. Prior to the trip, you will have to be able to raise a fundraising amount of INR 20,000. The Go! Make a Difference' cycling tour is a novel, self-contained bicycle ride that is not a competition or a sport but an experience that will take you through all the changing landscapes and the urban-rural shifts of a bicycle trip from Karnataka to Tamil Nadu.  Pack up your life and pedal away on an epic ride that will see you cycling 350 kms from Bangalore all the way to Gudalur, which is situated in Tamil Nadu and is equidistant from both Kerala and Karnataka.

The Adivasi Munnetra Sangam (AMS) is a movement that works with the adivasis or the indigenous people of a land, who are its original inhabitants. AMS works with them to preserve their culture and securing their livelihood, at the same time maintaining their human rights issues in the context of land grabbing, low wages and other forms of exploitation.

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:
Click 'Book Now' option and find the following options:

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 Destination:

The beautiful terrains of Masinagudi are a stretch of bliss between the Tiger Reserves of Bandipur and the exotic hill ranges of Mudumalai.  Beneath the foothills of the beautiful Nilgiris lie the exotic lands of Masinagudi, a picturesque village known for its immense beauty and serenity.

The beautiful hill ranges are strewn with an abundance of sunlight that shine bright through the trees and through the mystical silence you can hear the sounds of the jungle! The unique wildlife sanctuary is divided into 5 ranges namely, Masinagudi, Thepakadu, Mudumalai, Kargudi and Nellakota. Adventure in Masinagudi offers unlimited thrill to those looking for a stint in the wild and trekkers looking for tenacious terrain.

About the Activity:

If you have a thirst for adventure and a curiosity to try something new, then you need to head to Masinagudi for an exquisite and one of a kind adventure! The Masinagudi safari will take you scouring through the deep jungles of this exotic location and if you are in for some distinguished adventure, then why not strap on your gear and head for trekking in Masinagudi’s rugged terrains! The different activities in Masinagudi will leave you wanting more by the time you need to leave, and luckily, you can always come back for more wildlife adventure!

About the Activity:

A rugged stretch of land, Masinagudi is tucked away between the Tiger Reserves of Bandipur and the exotic hill ranges of Mudumalai. With the captivating Nilgiris towering this blissful countryside, it serves as an ideal getaway from all the humdrums of city life.

Offering several adventure and leisure options to the visitors, the lush green, fascinating and rugged trails of Masinagudi are also known for their wilderness! While its location makes it an ideal hotspot for wildlife spotting, its scenic beauty makes it for a serene and blissful holiday destination. Mark this nature escapade in your travel calendar, and you will never find any dull moment during your days in Masinagudi! 

Camping in Masinagudi is a one of a kind experience that you need to try with your friends and family! Adding more to your quintessential experience, the deep and dense thickets around will keep you engulfed along with the thrills and excitement of a quaint stay in Masinagudi.

In case, you are carving for more, trekking through the rugged and challenging terrains will fulfil all your desires! In addition to all these, there are a range of other activities that will make you desire for more and will sure persuade you visit this magical land again and again!

Note: Jeep Drive can be availed at an additional cost and is not a part of the package.

About the activity :

Pykara and Mudumalai sightseeing day tour is indeed the best way to have a tryst with the nature! Taking you to the scenic hamlet of Pykara and the abode of exotic wildlife species in Tamil Nadu, this one day tour that lasts for around 11 hours is an ideal way to explore and witness the immaculate the natural grandeurs in and around Ooty, Tamil Nadu.

Originating from the scenic locales of Ooty, this Pykara and Mudumalai sightseeing day tour usually begins at around 09:00AM and comes to an end by 08:00PM. Taking you through several tourist points and attractions; such as Mudumalai Wildlife Sanctuary, Needle View Point, Pine Forest, 6th Mile, Shooting Spot, Pykara Waterfalls and Dam, Boat House, Rose Garden and finally winds up at Chocolate Museum.

Join this lively Pykara and Mudumalai sightseeing day tour with your family members, friends or colleagues, and enjoy the very best of Ooty!

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 :

This weekend, experience an exciting all women tour to Hogenakkal falls  and enjoy the rustic scenery of the amazing waters as they gush hundreds of feet from dark rocks! Grab your girl pals and head for a fun trip to Hogenakkal falls to experience the true bliss of Mother Nature! 

To begin your exciting trip, the group will start early from Bangalore via private transport by AC Innova/TT Traveler and as you await your vehicle, you can stop for breakfast on the way and get some food packed as there are no places to eat around Hogenakkal Falls. 

Once you reach Hogenakkal, head towards the main waterfall. Explore the beauty and its amazing, sonorous force during the season. While here, you can also enjoy the Coracle and other boat rides. Indulge in your packed lunch whilst making towards your return journey.

Meal Types: 1 Breakfast

Transportation Types: A/C transport - Innova / Tempo Traveller

Activities: Waterfall Exploration, Coracle Ride

Difficulty Level: Easy

Departure Date: 15th August 2019.

Ooty located amidst the Nilgiri hills implies simplicity and peace devoid which feels like heaven for any visitor. The picturesque beauty of Nilgiri hills, green tea gardens, and the misty waterfalls collectively soothe the mind and body of all nature lovers. The fresh air of the location delivers immense peace to the souls of travelers, who wish to run away from the city crowds. 

About the Activity
The Escape trip to Nilgiris, Ooty is a perfect tour for those who want to take a break from the hustles and bustles of city life and spend quality time in the wide wilderness of Nilgiris. You get to enjoy a fun-filled village tour that includes a set of adventurous activities with this Long Weekend in Ooty. Indulge in a bushwalk to know about the local fauna and observe the variety of forest trees and miniature bush birds. In addition to it, experience the farmer's life by working with mud, seeds and discover the joy of nurturing; you will understand the practical know-how of farming with a farm visit as well.  The sundowner experience is sure to let you experience soothing moments with your loved one where you spend the sunset with light food and talks.

Besides the memorable tour, you attain the scope of experiencing an adventurous trek in this monsoon season with utmost safety measures and experienced guides. There is no better way to get close to nature than by exploring it – backpacking tour to Mudumalai provides you with the best trekking experience to the peak and give you the panoramic view of the surroundings.

The package also lets you experience a delightful sightseeing activity that makes you visit important places of Ooty such as Pykara lake, Botanical Garden, Rose Garden, Avalanche, Tea factory.

Stay
The Escape trip to Nilgiris, Ooty lets you enjoy a comfortable stay with providing a homestay with 3 rooms on 12 sharing, 1 each on extra bed. You will be staying in an elegant and rustic, an eco-friendly cottage that has 3 large bedrooms with independent access, a common sitting and dining area, all of which provide stunning views of the forest. There is a parking area 335 metres before the property post which no vehicle can pass. You need to trek for about 335 metres (3-5 minutes) to reach the property.

Meals
The Escape trip to Nilgiris, Ooty lets you grab the delicious meals which would be served in the form of 3 breakfast, 2 dinners. The food includes local South Indian vegetarian cuisines prepared by using the freshly plucked vegetables from the garden near to the cottage.

Note:
Two packages are open viz. with transportation and without transportation.

Check-in : 12:00 noon
Check-out: 12:00 noon on the third day

Location: Chennai
Duration: 30 Minutes

Timings:

Mon-Fri: 11:00 AM - 07:00 PM

Sat/Sun: 10:00 AM - 08:00 PM

Chennai offers a variety of adventure activity to those who are seeking for it, ATV Ride in one of the most adventurous activity that one can avail whole in Chennai. 

The Setup for the Ride serves as a best place to undertake the ATV rides with potholes, humps and heaps with variety of ranges. This will give you a complete terrain experience . 

The package offers you ATV ride for six laps of 150 meter track. Wherein you will be briefed about the vehicle which is a four wheeled All Terrain Vehicle on how to operate, The vehicle is equipped with a 150CC Engine with easy to operate bar handle. You will be provided with the safety equipments which will including gloves, helmet and eye-wear for the  better protection.

Riders need to arrive at the field anytime between the given timings and will have a briefing session from the trained instructors.  

Suitable for: Any one above 10 years of age can avail this activity.

How to reach: 

The Field is located at Kovilambakkam, you can easily reach by any public or private transportation.

Activity Location: ECR, Chennai 

Activity Timings:  Between 10:00 AM to 7:30 PM
Duration: 30 mins 

About the activity:
Chennai is famous for its beautiful beaches. The wonders of ocean are in plenty and it is time for you to explore all that lies beyond the shores and ahead of the wild and paradise blue waves! 

Head for an exciting catamaran ride in Chennai with your friends and family and let the waters of the great South sweep you off your feet, literally! Experience a thrilling catamaran ride inside the sea for 30 minutes with safety life jackets. If you are interested you can also swim/float (life jacket compulsory) in the waters of the deep, blue, beautiful sea. Book now and head to the amazing waters of Chennai’s beaches and let the wonders of the sea bowl you over on an exciting catamaran ride.

Note : Minimum age for this activity is 18 years.

How to reach: 

The activity location situated in ECR (East Coast Road) Chennai, It takes 45 minutes to travel from Chennai Airport. Approximate driving distance from Chennai Airport is 40 KM. You can easily take any public or private transportation to the location.

Location: Kovilambakkam, Chennai


Duration: 30 Minutes

With more than a dozen temples and temple ‘towers’ dotting the city’s skyline, Chennai has been largely successful in preserving India’s great and antiquated religious architecture. Here, there are multiple activities to be availed that can make your visit to the city of Chennai a memorable one. Het the people, who have come with, with paint-filled pellets fired from a compressed gas-powered gun and win the battle. Come along with your friends and family members to make the most of the activity.

About the Activity:

Relaxation is the key for any frazzled city dweller and this time, you need to spend it in the pristine hills of Yercaud! Enjoy a fun and exciting stay in GRT Nature Trails with your loved ones and revel in a comfortable stay worthy of the most profound traveller in you! There are a variety of exciting and fun activities for you to do here with your family, so get going and spend your time relaxing in the clouds itself! One of the most fine hospitality groups, the GRT Nature Trails will provide you with impeccable service, luxurious comfort, delicious cuisine and a host of amenities to make your stay with them perfect. You won’t miss any of these at GRT. What will come as a pleasant surprise though is a variety of little wonders and luxuries that can’t be billed, or advertised, or featured on a menu, for they are enhanced and personalised with a touch that is unique only to GRT Nature Trails! Book now for an exciting and fun stay and revel in pure joy in the hills of Yercaud!

The packages you can avail are:

a)      Package 1: Single Occupancy Rooms

b)      Package 2: Double Occupancy Rooms

c)      Package 3: Triple Occupancy Rooms

 

 

About the Activity: Your holiday season beckons you to explore some of the best places around you! This vacation season, why don’t you head for a pristine stay at the Golden Nest Resorts in Yercaud with your loved ones and revel in the pure, untouched arms of nature? The newly furnished cottages of Golden Nest Resorts in Yercaud are petite paradises on earth, as it is equipped with all the comforts to make your stay a pleasurable one. The Restaurant perched at the top of the resort will make your dining experience an appetizing and spellbinding one. The conference hall above the restaurant provides a gorgeous view, facilitating business events or family occasions to be conducted in a smooth manner. The aesthetically done landscaping in and around the resort provides the visitors a visually enriching and relaxing feel that will leave you in awe. ‘Golden’ does not feature just in the name of the resort, but it denotes the golden services that you will be provided during your stay here!The package you can avail while here is double occupancy in deluxe room per couple.

Blue Bay Beach Resort in Chennai is a whole world apart that will guarantee you a relaxing as well as fun time with your loved ones. Head for fun one day outing at the Blue Bay Beach Resorts in ECR, Chennai and enjoy this amazing party place! This beautiful resort is located just 25km away from the vast Bay of Bengal, making it a treat for all beach lovers to spend a day with the waves! The resort is adorned with elegantly furnished rooms and cottages directly ahead of the private beach that you can frolic in. Swim, laze around, lie in the hammock among the palm trees, spend your day on the private beach resort in Chennai ECR collecting shells or you can have dinner in the ocean side - restaurant overlooking the sea or have a party at the discotheque which will be reserved only for you to make it your night of the day well spent!

The package you can avail is as follows: One day outing from 10:00AM to 06:00PM which will include welcome drink, vegetarian and non-vegetarian buffet lunch, evening tea/coffee with snacks and games as mentioned above. Usage of swimming pool is complimentary for 1 hour.

About the Activity:

The sound of a bikes engine gets you happy for sure, but what about the thundering roar of a spanking new Harley Davidson bike? Join riders for a fun and exciting Harley Davidson Ride in Chennai on your next day off! You can choose your duration of bike ride ranging from 5 hours, 10 hours to an entire day! While the whole world hurries by,  to take your time off to ride your dreams. Take a ride on some of the world’s most premium bikes, each one crafted with great passion by their makers. Such sheer pleasure will encompass you that you will leave happily for having lived for yourself. What you can also avail are unique motorcycle tours of the Indian sub-continent to experience the beauty, culture and camaraderie of the open road. Ride across majestic mountains, into deep valleys on to beautiful waterfalls and towards the seemingly endless horizon alongside roaring seas of this sub-continent’s coastlines. Your experience will wholly be of riding alongside some very awe-inspiring landscapes, making new friends, and of taking in the amazing variety within the Indian culture, and reconnecting with the camaraderie of some of the most disciplined bikers. You will have a full tank before taking your bike and you will need to refill the tank at the end of the journey.