80 Mile Round, Kodaikanal, Tamil Nadu India

     For the visitors enjoying long hiking and trekking, a wonderful 3 to 4 day trek is available with delightful path. The usual trek follows south escarpment from Berijem lake to the Kerala border Vandaraw and back thro 'Poondi' , Kavunji, Kukkal are Poombaral villages.The big Mannavanur sheep farm will be crossed.

One has to hire a local guide to avoid missing of routes. The view of the cliffs is breathtaking. Several mountain streams with panoramic view can be seen. Previous permission should be obtained from Dist Forest office for stay in forest rest houses. Food should be brought while trekking since only tea shops are available at villages in between.

Kodaikanal is a hill station in the Dindigul district in the indian state of Tamil Nadu. Its name in the Tamil language means "The Gift of the Forest". It is the most beautiful and popular hill station. It is located in the famous Palani Hills in Western Ghats and is known as the Princess of hill stations. Kodaikanal is situated about 7,200 feet from the sea level.

Kodaikanal is the most sought after honeymoon destination in South India because of its scenic beauty. Kodaikanal is famous for eucalyptus oil, homemade chocolates, plums and pears. Kodaikanal is famous for the kurinji - flowers, which blossoms only once in twelve years. Woolen clothing is available at cheaper rates in the Tibetan refugee bazaar. There are many internationally renowned educational institutions. A tourist can indulge in various activities - one can go for cycling, horse riding, boating, trekking and many more adventurous activities.