| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Destination | Mukurthi Peak, Nilgiri Hills, Tamil Nadu |
| Starting point | Bengaluru |
| Duration | 2 days / 1 night |
| Trek distance | Approximately 18 km round trip |
| Peak elevation | Approximately 8,379 ft |
| Difficulty level | Moderate to difficult |
| Accommodation | Shared tents or dormitory |
| Typical departure | Friday evening |
| Sightseeing | Botanical Garden, Rose Garden, Ooty Lake, and Kalhatti Falls |
| Trek access | Subject to forest permissions, weather, and local conditions |
| Transport | Non-AC vehicle, if included in the selected package |
Mukurthi Peak is in Tamil Nadu’s Nilgiri Hills, near Ooty, at an elevation of approximately 8,379 ft. The trek passes through mountain landscapes, forest trails, and green slopes, with views across the Nilgiris. The itinerary also combines the hike with sightseeing in Ooty.
The trek is approximately 18 km round trip and is rated moderate to difficult. It is a long hike, so good stamina, suitable trekking shoes, and preparation for changing weather are important. Forest access and trail conditions may affect the route and schedule.
This two-day trip from Bengaluru includes overnight transport, a guided trek, shared tent or dormitory accommodation, and visits to Ooty’s Botanical Garden, Rose Garden, Ooty Lake, and Kalhatti Falls. Return-day breakfast and lunch are marked self-sponsored in the itinerary, so confirm meal arrangements with United Trips before booking.
Expect a long, challenging Nilgiri hike with shared accommodation and Ooty sightseeing on the return day.
Mukurthi Peak is in the Nilgiri Hills of Tamil Nadu, near Ooty.
Mukurthi Peak is approximately 8,379 ft above sea level.
The trek is approximately 18 km round trip. The route may vary depending on forest access and local conditions.
The trek is rated moderate to difficult and requires good stamina for the long walking distance.
It may suit beginners who are physically prepared for a long hike, but it can be demanding. Confirm the current route and conditions before booking.
The trip follows a two-day, one-night itinerary with overnight road travel from Bengaluru.
Conditions vary by season. Check the forecast, forest access, and trail status for your travel dates, especially during heavy rain.
Access depends on rainfall, safety, and forest department rules. Confirm whether the trek is operating on your date.
Forest permissions may be required. Confirm the permit arrangements and permitted route with United Trips before departure.
The package lists guide support during the trek. Confirm the arrangements for your departure and follow the guide’s instructions.
The package lists shared tent or dormitory accommodation. Confirm the exact stay type and facilities with United Trips before booking.
The itinerary includes the Botanical Garden, Rose Garden, Ooty Lake, and Kalhatti Falls, subject to timing and access.
The package lists two breakfasts, one packed lunch, and one dinner. The Day 2 itinerary marks breakfast and lunch as self-sponsored, so confirm the meal plan before booking.
Bring trekking shoes, a torch with spare batteries, a backpack, water, personal medicines, toiletries, warm layers, rain protection, and a change of clothes.
The pickup points are Majestic at 7:00 PM, Rajajinagar at 7:30 PM, Yeshwantpur at 8:00 PM, and Goraguntepalya at 8:15 PM. Confirm your pickup location and reporting time with United Trips.
