Telescope House Timings & Amazing Vally View From Doddabetta Peak Ooty
Sunday, January 13, 2019Doddabetta Peak
#5 in Top 10 Tourist Places in Ooty
The Doddabetta Peak is the highest point in the district, making it possibly the best vantage point around Ooty. It is merely 10km from Ooty so you can simply grab your camera and head straight to the peak, and click amazing pictures of the valley below. It is like having a bird's eye view around 20-50 KM of area.
On a clear day, which is not very often, one can see far off areas, even the plains of Coimbatore and the flat highlands of Mysore. It is only 10KM from Ooty so you can hop on a bus from Ooty Bus Stand to reach here. It will cost 10Rs. You have to get off the bus on main road and hike to the top which is 3KM of walk. If you are travelling by own vehicle it takes you till top, Doddabetta Peak has parking facility and a small canteen if you feel hungry walking to the top.
Doddabetta peak as name suggest is a hill and if you are a wild nature lover you might get upset as this place is developed as a Telescope Point to have a broad and long view from the top. But in any case it provides very picturesque spot for photographers and equally enjoyable by families.
Key Highlights
- Bird's eye view of Ooty and nearby places.
- Chilly in evening so carry your winter clothes. Specially if you are planning this trip in evening.
- There is mostly a long queue for Telescope. But be patient, it does not take much time to peel through this.
- You can try different flavours of tea at tea shops on top.
- Plan early morning if you want to avoid the rush as traffic is a big problem on the road to top.
Doddabetta Peak Contact Info
- Address: Doddabetta Peak, Ooty Kotagiri Road,. Ooty TN 643002 IN
- Phone: 0423 2538 3333
- Currency Accepted: Indian Rupey
- Payment Accepted: Cash
- Entry Free:No
- Language Available: Hindi, English, Tamil
Ticket Price
Doddabetta Peak undefined Ticket Price
| Ticket Price | |
|---|---|
| Adult (Telescope price) | 6 |
| Children (below 5 years ) | Free Entry |
| Camera | 10 |
Timings
Doddabetta Peak Ooty Timings
| Day | Timing |
|---|---|
| monday | 07:00AM to 06:00PM |
| tuesday | 07:00AM to 06:00PM |
| wednesday | 07:00AM to 06:00PM |
| thursday | 07:00AM to 06:00PM |
| friday | 07:00AM to 06:00PM |
| saturday | 07:00AM to 06:00PM |
| sunday | 07:00AM to 06:00PM |
Frequently Asked Questions
General queries or enquiries of tourists about Doddabetta Peak Ooty
what is the best time to visit Doddabetta Peak?
Best time to visit Doddabetta Peak is April-June & Sept-Oct. This place always has a long queues and high traffic due to bad road conditions. If you really want to avoid traffic plan to visit in early morning hours. Best time is 7AM in the morning.
What are Doddabetta Peak timings?
Doddabetta Peak opens for public at 07:00AM and closes at 06:00PM everyday including holidays.
Is there a Entry fee for Doddabetta Peak ?
Yes, 6Rs for adults and children above 5 years. Entry free for children below 5. Camera charges extra 10Rs.
Is parking available at Doddabetta Peak?
Yes, you will find car parking and bike parking at Doddabetta Peak.
Does Doddabetta Peak has restaurant on top? Can we take outside food?
Doddabetta Peak has 1 small restaurant on top serving snacks and tea, coffee. There are several shops that sells Ice-cream, tea, water bottles and hot chocolate at Doddabetta Peak.
How to reach Doddabetta Peak from Ooty?
One can go by own vehicle till Doddabetta Peak parking or take a bus from Ooty bus stand, get down at main road near Doddabetta Peak and walk 3KM to the top. Bus journey costs 10Rs per person.
How far can we see from Doddabetta Peak?
You can approximately see 100KM around the Doddabetta Peak. Telescope gives you more clear picture of surrounding at a very low price.
Can we see Coimbatore & Mysore from Doddabetta Peak?
Some people says you can see Coimbatore and Mysore from Doddabetta Peak in clear weather condition.
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