Ooty & Bandipur Safari Day Tour from Coimbatore – Hills & Wildlife Adventure

Escape the city for a day of misty hills and wild thrills on this curated day tour from Coimbatore. Begin your journey in the cool climate of Ooty, the “Queen of Hill Stations,” with a short but scenic sightseeing experience covering key highlights like Ooty Lake, Botanical Garden, and Tea Factory.

By late morning, descend the dramatic Kalhatty Ghat road to reach Bandipur National Park, one of South India’s premier wildlife reserves. Enjoy a guided jungle safari, where you’ll have the chance to spot elephants, deer, wild boars, and with luck, even a tiger in their natural habitat.

Perfect for those with limited time, this one-day tour combines the beauty of the Nilgiris with the adventure of the wild—a complete nature experience in just one day.

Itinerary:

Departure from Coimbatore

• Pick-up from hotel/residence.
• Early morning drive through Mettupalayam and Coonoor.
• Watch the sunrise over the Nilgiris on the way.

Breakfast in Ooty

• South Indian breakfast at a local restaurant.
• Freshen up and get ready for sightseeing.

Ooty Small Sightseeing Tour

Cover 2–3 popular attractions (based on time/interest):

• Ooty Botanical Garden – Short walk through floral displays
• Ooty Lake – Optional boat ride (time-permitting)
• Tea Factory & Museum – Quick tour with tasting
• Photo stop at Valley Viewpoint or Pine Forest

Depart for Bandipur via Masinagudi

• Scenic downhill drive through Kalhatty Ghat Road (36 hairpin bends!)
• Cross Mudumalai Tiger Reserve buffer zone
• Wildlife spotting possible en route (deer, langurs, bison)

Arrive at Bandipur National Park

• Reach the Bandipur Safari Reception Center
• Complete entry formalities for safari

Bandipur Jungle Safari (1.5 hours)

• Explore Bandipur in an open jeep or canter (based on availability)
• Spot wildlife: Elephants, Tigers (if lucky), Deer, Peacocks, Wild Boars, Birds
• Safari with trained forest guide

Return Journey via Ooty/Coonoor

• Optional short tea estate stop or chocolate shopping
• Scenic evening drive through the hills

Tea Break En Route

• Refreshments near Mettupalayam

Arrival at Coimbatore

• Drop-off at hotel/residence
• End of tour

Tour Highlight’s:

• Short but scenic sightseeing tour of Ooty
• Wildlife safari in Bandipur National Park
• Travel through 3 forest zones: Mudumalai, Masinagudi, and Bandipur
• Stunning mountain and forest landscapes throughout the day
• Ideal for families, couples, solo travellers, and nature lovers

Include:

• Hotel pickup and drop-off in private vehicle
• Bottled Mineral Water Bottled
• Entry Ticket
• Vehicle Safari
• All taxes and service charges
• Toll And Parking
• Vehicle Expense & Driver Expense
• Lunch

Exclude:

• Personal Expense
• Camera fee at monuments
• Tips
• Breakfast

Not suitable for :

• One Year Baby
• Back Problems People’s

Duration: 01 Day
Destinations: Coimbatore – Ooty – Bandipur National Park

Features

• Air conditioning
• Free Parking
• Wireless Internet

Location