NILGIRIS TREKKING

THE Nilgiris are a trekker's paradise. Landscaped by nature, the hills abound  in trek for lovers of nature. There are treks and treks in whichever direction you turn and from whichever point you start. A trek can be full of thrill,  excitement and adventure and a way of seeing and enjoying nature in all  its beauty and splendour. Udhagamandalam (Ooty) offers several trek routes, which vary in distance, altitudes and terrain. There is a base camp at Parsons valley, from where one can start trekking to various points within Western Ghats. The down hills of Western Ghats on the North ends up with meeting the extensions of Eastern Ghats, where the sprawling Mudumalai Sanctuary lies which opens vistas for adventure tourists. Trekking pamphlets are available with the Nilgiri Wildlife and Environment Association (NWLEA). There are guides who have sound knowledge of certain areas. If necessary, their services may be hired. And for further details contact the Tourist Information Office at Charring Cross, Ooty. Hang-Gliding courses are also organised during March to May every year,  with the assistance of the Department of Tourism. Contact the Tourist Officer, Ooty for assistance. Angling Goad Trout, Carp and mixed water fishing is possible in various streams  and lakes of Ooty. The Assistance Director of Fisheries issues the fishing licence.