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Ooty Tour Packages from Bangalore | Rent Cabs & Tempo Traveller

Ooty — the Queen of Hill Stations — has been South India's most iconic mountain escape for over a century. Nestled in the Nilgiri Hills at 2,240 metres, it offers cool weather year-round, sprawling tea gardens, a charming colonial-era boat club, and the famous Nilgiri Mountain Ra...

Destination Overview

Why visit Ooty from Bangalore?

Everything you need to know before planning your trip.

Ooty — the Queen of Hill Stations — has been South India's most iconic mountain escape for over a century. Nestled in the Nilgiri Hills at 2,240 metres, it offers cool weather year-round, sprawling tea gardens, a charming colonial-era boat club, and the famous Nilgiri Mountain Railway.

Top Attractions

Must-visit spots in Ooty

Curated for family groups, friends, and corporate travellers.

01

Ooty Botanical Gardens

Spread over 55 acres, these gardens feature a 20-million-year-old fossilised tree and an annual flower show in May.

02

Ooty Lake & Boat Club

A 65-acre man-made lake offering rowing boats, paddleboats, and a charming lakeside walkway.

03

Doddabetta Peak

The highest point in the Nilgiris at 2,637 metres, offering panoramic views of the entire Ooty valley.

04

Nilgiri Mountain Railway (Toy Train)

A UNESCO World Heritage ride from Mettupalayam to Ooty through 16 tunnels and over 250 bridges.

05

Coonoor & Sim's Park

A quieter hill station experience 20 minutes from Ooty. Sim's Park has rare plant species and stunning valley views.

The Road Trip

Bangalore to Ooty: distance & route

Plan your drive with confidence.

Distance
280 km
Driving time
6-7 hours

Best route

Bangalore → Mysore → Gundlupet → Masinagudi → Kalhatti Ghat → Ooty. The Masinagudi route via Mudumalai Tiger Reserve has 36 hairpin bends through dense forest.

Choose your ride

Recommended vehicles for your trip

Pick the perfect vehicle based on your group size and comfort needs.

Innova Crysta Ooty tour rental
Small families · 1-4 pax

Innova Crysta / SUV

Its hill-hold assist and smooth diesel engine make it perfect for the 36-hairpin Masinagudi ghat road.

Tempo Traveller Ooty group tour hire
Medium groups · 5-12 pax

9/10/12-Seater Tempo Traveller

Maintained with hill-grade brake systems. Pushback seats and individual charging ports for the 6-hour journey.

Force Urbania Ooty group travel rental
Large groups · 13-17 pax

Force Urbania 13+1 / 16+1

High roof and large windows provide the best Nilgiri viewing experience during the climb.

Transparent Pricing

Bangalore to Ooty — rates at a glance

Per-km pricing with no hidden fees. Tolls, permits, and parking charged at actuals with receipts.

Sedan
₹12/km

+ ₹400 bata/day · AC included

Innova Crysta
₹18/km

+ ₹500 bata/day · Best selling

Tempo Traveller 12+1
₹20/km

+ ₹500 bata/day · AC recliner seats

Hill Station Surcharge
₹300/day

Flat rate added for Ooty, Kodaikanal, and similar ghat routes.

Driver Bata
₹500-700/day

Increases slightly for overnight outstation trips.

Minimum km/day
250-300 km/day

Standard for all outstation trips from Bangalore.

Why Savi Tours for your Ooty trip?

  • ✓ 24×7 WhatsApp & phone support — real humans, no bots
  • ✓ Experienced outstation drivers who know every ghat road
  • ✓ Clean, sanitized, AC vehicles serviced every 5,000 km
  • ✓ Written quote on WhatsApp in 5 minutes — no last-minute surprises
  • ✓ Transparent billing: tolls & parking at actuals with receipts
  • ✓ Free cancellation up to 24 hours before pickup

FAQ

Ooty travel — your questions answered

Route-specific answers for a smooth Bangalore to destination trip.

Is the Masinagudi ghat road safe for a Tempo Traveller?

Yes. Our Tempo Travellers have upgraded brake systems and hill-hold assist. Drivers have 10+ years experience on the Ooty ghat road.

Do I need a permit to enter Ooty via Mudumalai Tiger Reserve?

The Mudumalai forest route is open to all vehicles during daylight hours (6 AM to 6 PM). Our driver manages the check-post documentation.

What is the best vehicle for a group of 10 going from Bangalore to Ooty?

The 12-seater Tempo Traveller at ₹20/km is the most economical choice for a group of 10.

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