Brought to you by Tripper Trails, the most fun way to spend the weekend if you are based out of Bengaluru. Backpack your way through unexplored and offbeat places in South India. 

Be a part of our community and find your tribe while you travel and discover places that are off the map. 

Kodaikanal or the Princess of Hills in Tamil Nadu is one of the most popular tourist destinations in South India. Often considered for a romantic weekend retreat, the quaint little town is blessed with a perfect temperature at any given season.

If you are seeking time alone in the lap of nature, with your dear ones, Kodai is the place to go. Adorned with cascading waterfalls, shimmering lakes and undulating green hills, the town leaves you awestruck with its natural beauty.

Highlights:

1. Discover the offbeat places of South India while you get a welcoming break from your routine and the city. 

2. Meet people who match your vibe and find your tribe, forge new friendships and be a part of the most loved backpacking community. This is your chance to find a home in the city. 

3. We plan all the logistics, and all you have to do is come on the trip and have a great time! You never need to worry about the nuances of planning. 

4. Get to know the local communities, have local food and enjoy the cultural diversity that each place you visit brings. 

5. Backpack over the weekend with expert trip captains who will be there to guide you throughout the entire trip. 

6. Transportation is available throughout the trip, right from your pickup point in Bengaluru until you are dropped off at the end of your journey. 

7. Comfortable accommodations and a hassle-free journey where you get a chance to bond with your fellow travellers. 

8. Bonfire and musical nights amidst the trip to unwind and relax, or simply have fun!

Itinerary

Day 0 :

Start with your overnight journey from Bengaluru to Kodaikanal.

The road trip from Bengaluru commences at 8:30 P.M.

Drive through the breathtaking highway of southern India.

The 500 km distance takes about 10 hours to complete.

Day 1:

Kodaikanal Exploration - Vattakanal - Dolphin Nose - Echo Point

Welcome the beautiful day with the misty mountains of Kodaikanal as you approach the ghat section. The winding roads will take you to our stay in the outskirts region.

Freshen up and after breakfast relax in the lap of nature. Head towards Vattakanal. Begin the trek to the Dolphin Nose and further to Echo Point.

Catch some stunning views at the cliff and head back to Vattakanal for some lunch.

And, you will visit Vattakanal Waterfalls which gives you a soothing view of the falls surrounded by forest and the gorgeous road on top of the left.

Return to your accommodation and prepare for a fun evening with your newly acquired friends at the bonfire. Overnight dinner and stay.

Day 2:

Visit the famous Pine Forest - Pillar Rock - Kodai Lake. An overnight journey from Kodaikanal to Bengaluru

After breakfast, check out and head towards Pillar Rock for a stunning view of the surrounding mountains.

Embark on a small hike and watch the jaw-dropping views.

And, you will be visiting Pine Forest as well because it showcases the mesmerising nature around which has been preserved to date, which is why it is also an important preserved heritage in the town. 

Later on, head to the town and visit the famous Kodai Lake which is located in the heart of the city.

Finish your late lunch and depart back to Bengaluru by evening, and reach the city early morning on Monday.

Day 3:

Reach back home with amazing trip memories

The next early morning, we reach Bengaluru via the same scenic route.

You reach home with a backpack full of amazing memories, stories and experiences. You will have an energetic tale to brag about at family dinner or parties.

INCLUSIONS:

Entire travel as per the itinerary by non-AC Tempo Traveller/mini bus.

Meals: Breakfast on Days 1 and 2, and dinner on Day 1.

Trip captain throughout the trip.

Accommodation on a sharing basis in tents (based on gender).

Entry fees to the places mentioned in the itinerary.

All toll and driver night charges.

Local trek guide.

Visit Pillar Rock for a stunning view.

Kodaikanal Exploration - Vattakanal - Dolphin Nose - Echo Point.

Experience of Tripper Trail's trip and a lifetime memory.

EXCLUSIONS:

Costs arising due to uncontrollable circumstances like bad weather conditions, landslides, or public protests.

Things other than those mentioned in the inclusions.

Travel, accidental and medical insurance.

Pickup Points:- We have two pickup/drop points in Bengaluru.

New Udupi Grand (Teacher’s Colony) HSR Layout | Teacher’s Colony, HSR Layout, Bengaluru, Karnataka

KLM Fashion Mall | Marathahalli | Marathahalli Village, Bengaluru

Things to carry:

Soft copy of your Aadhaar card

Cargo/track pants/shorts

T-shirts

Sunscreen 

Good traction shoes

Water bottles (2)

Cap and sunglasses 

Personal medical kit

Bluetooth speaker

Flip-flops for lazing around the campsite

Polybags to carry your wet clothes

Extra cash for meals not included in the itinerary 

Powerbank

A small backpack to carry your essentials during the trek

And most importantly, your sense of humour and the spirit of adventure.