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Kodaikanal

Princess of Hill Stations

2 daysIdeal stay₹900From / night₹30EntryApril – June,Best windowKodai RoadNearest rail · 80 km

A serene hill station at 2,100m in the Palani Hills, built around the star-shaped Kodai Lake. Cooler and quieter than Ooty, with pine forests, viewpoints, and a famous once-in-12-years Kurinji bloom.

Pairs well with

Madurai· 3h away

Thekkady (Periyar)· 4h away

Coimbatore· 4h away

Munnar· 4h away

When to go

Month-by-month fit

J F M A M J J A S O N D

GreatOkayAvoid⟡ Jul: 85

Honest take for Jul: Monsoon — lush green landscapes but risk of leeches, leeches, and landslides. Road access may be disrupted. (peak crowds.)

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On the map

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors · Kodai Road 80km · Madurai (IXM) 120km

Nearest transport

Kodai Road80 km

Madurai (IXM)120 km

Stay options

budget₹900/night

mid₹2,500/night

luxury₹6,500/night

Best time to visit

April – June, September – October

How to get here

Madurai → Kodaikanal

bus · 4h

₹250

approx.