Frequently Asked Questions about Ooty
1.What must be the backpack essentials when travelling to Ooty?
While travelling to Ooty, it is best to carry cotton as well as woollen clothes, durable shoes, socks, umbrella, essential medicines, ear muffs, shawls or scarves, toiletries, cell phone charger, and extra batteries. People who are prone to motion or altitude sickness must carry disposable and eco-friendly vomit bags or medications prescribed by their doctor. Ooty also observes a ban on single-use plastic items, so make sure not to carry such items during your visit.
2.What is the best time to visit Ooty?
October to June is an ideal to enjoy Ooty at its beautiful best. During this season, the flowers are in full bloom and render a beautiful lush landscape.
3.What are the best places to explore in Ooty?
Botanical garden, Ooty Lake, Rose Garden, Needle View Hill point, Mudumalai National Park, Pykara Waterfalls, Tea Factory and the Tea Museum are must-visit places in Ooty. A ride in the Nilgiri Mountain Railway is also highly recommended.
4.What are some of the must-try food items in Ooty?
While Ooty is famous for its homemade chocolates, tea, and Tibetan momos, you will also find exotic fruits and fresh vegetables that are packed with flavour.
5.What are the popular Ooty tour packages provided by Ezi Holiday?
- Honeymoon in Mysore-Ooty-Kodaikanal: 5 Nights | 6 Days Package
- Charming Mysore and Scenic Ooty: 3 Nights | 4 Days Package
- Ultimate Ooty: 3 Nights | 4 Days Package
- Romantic Ooty and Kodaikkanal- Honeymoon special: 4 Nights | 5 Days Package
We offer the above Ooty honeymoon package and Ooty tour package for couple at the most affordable rates.
6.Is it safe to travel in Ooty?
Yes, it is safe place to travel. However, you should not climb the hills after dark due to lack of adequate lighting and also avoid taking private taxi drivers at this time.
7.Which type of food is available in Ooty?
You can get different varieties of food in Ooty including South Indian, North Indian, Chinese and more.
8.When is the best time to travel to Ooty?
Though it is a wonderful place to visit all year round, October to June is the best time to travel. These months are the best for exploring, travelling, spending time with family, and even going on a honeymoon.
9.What are the things you should carry during your Ooty trip?
Since it is a hill station, round the year, you will find it much colder than the plains in India. Hence, always keep warm clothes, mufflers, and caps covering your ears.
Carry some comfortable shoes as you will have to walk a lot to explore nature. Mosquito-repellant creams, sunscreen lotions, torches, candles, matchboxes, sunglasses, and umbrellas are some things one must carry while travelling. Travel light as you might have to carry your luggage through the steep roads to the mountain lodges. Even though bellboys will be available for all the good hotels and lodges, there might be some labour problems sometimes.
10.What is the best way to travel to Ooty?
The nearest airport is Coimbatore to reach Ooty, which is nearly 88 km from the hill station. In contrast, the nearest railway station to Ooty is Mettupalayam, located almost 40 km from the city centre. Depending on which part of India you are coming from, take a flight or train to these places. There are trains from Chennai, Coimbatore, Mysore and Bangalore connecting to Mettupalyam.