Located around 50 kilometres from Ooty, the Upper Bhavani Lake is one of Ooty’s fine secrets. The blue waters that zigzag calmly through the green mountains, offers one of the best views of the forested areas.

If you are visiting in the early hours, the mist and the fog all make for a romantic location and if you love photography, the frames captured here will leave you speechless!

The place is perfect for a quiet picnic as you soak in the nature and the tranquillity. When here, do take out time to visit the nearby Bhavani Temple and The Sholas (the Cauliflower valley). Also, visit the popular attractions in the city by following Ooty Itinerary 3 Days.

• Carry bottled water, snacks and wear sturdy shoes.
• Sunscreen and other necessities will be helpful.
• The government tour busses are the best way to experience the lake attractions.
• It is customary to remove your shoes outside before entering the temple. Modest clothing is recommended.

• Admission to the lake is free.
• Ticket prices for the shared van is INR 150 per person.

• Visiting timings for the upper lake (including conveyance hours) is 9.00 am to 3.00 pm.
• The Government bus stop tour start at 9.00 am.

• The Lake is not accessible via private cars or cabs. Over there, you have to buy tickets for a shared van, which takes you to upper Bhavani lake.
• By Auto-rickshaw till the shared van.
• By Taxi till the shared van.
• By renting a Car/Bike till the shared van.
• By Government tour busses

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