• Arrive at Kotagiri town and check-in to your preferred accommodation (optional)

• Final gear check and acclimatization to altitude (if you're new to hill treks)

• Visit nearby Pine Forest or Catherine Waterfalls

• Short walk around Lake Park for relaxation
  (Optional local sightseeing on your own or arranged with extra cost)

Rest well to prep for the next day's trek

• Start early from Kotagiri towards Karikaiyur (Reception Point)

• Distance: Approx. 20 km by cab/private transport

• Meet our local guide and team

• Safety briefing, ID check, and issuance of caps, pamphlets, etc.

• Begin your guided trek through moist deciduous forests, shola groves, and grasslands

• Spot rare birds, wild signs, and possibly elephants or hare along the way

• Short stops for hydration, photography, and nature insights

• Enjoy panoramic views of the Nilgiris and surrounding valleys

• Light snacks & refreshments will be provided

• Descend through the same scenic trail, observing the landscape from a new perspective

• Wind up the trek, debrief with the guide

• Collect takeaway mementos or eco-awareness material (if applicable)

You may plan your departure or stay an additional night in Kotagiri