Dolphin’s Nose is one of the most beautiful locations in Kodaikanal . Dolphin 's Nose is at a distance of about eight kilometers from the Kodaikanal Lake . After the 6km ride, you will find a direction board that showing dolphin nose route, on the left side of the road. There will be a U-Bend Street and you have to go by that way to reach the point. Park the vehicle at the entrance to the Dolphin’s nose spot, and start the one and half kilometer (not sure about the distance, Just an assumption/ may vary by one additional km) walk. It's a slippery slope path. The initial 1km path is full of roots, branches and stones. After 1km, you will find two small snack shops. Have to walk a short distance beyond it. The remaining 0.5km path is very easy to walk. And then you will reach that beautiful spot. You can stand on the triangular ramp, so called dolphin’s nose. But you have to be very careful. Because it is too narrow. Do not stand at the foot of the climb during heavy wind. I assure you will surely enjoy that place and moment. I don't want to mention here about the tedious task of returning to entrance by walk :-) . But taking some gaps in between the walk will help you to reach the top in ease.

Kolukkumali It is one of the main Travel Attractions in South Indian Kashmir  The height of Kolukkumalai is 2,170 meter above sea level Pack your bags for yet a different adventure This journey is to see the heaven on earth. 

This trek is to glimpse the heaven on earth see the sunrise at Kolukkumalai It is an inexplicable and dream-like experience, just similar to the waves of the sea Clouds surging between the hills with indescribable colors, Offering a spectacular view of the steep slopes of tea gardens all around.

Itinerary:

• The journey start from suryanelli at 4:00am ( as per your request pickup from hotel )
• Kolukkmali Jeep safari 40km in an open Jeep will be a wonderful experience.
• Kolukkmalai sunrise point
• Kerala and Tamil border view
• Kolukkumalai Tiger Rock

Nearby Topstion view

• Kolukkmalai Tea Factory Visit.
• Towards the end of the exciting trip the last 10km will be really thrilling and challenging as the path has narrow and sharp curves.

A scenic drive along the winding ghat-roads of Coonoor will take you to Dolphin’s Nose, a viewpoint that offers an enthralling view of the blue mountains of Nilgiris and the lush green tea estates on its slopes. Let your eyes and mind freely wander along the marvellous view of unending plains and lush green hillocks from the vantage point Dolphin Nose offers.

At 6600 ft above sea level, the view from the dolphin’s nose is breath-taking. An ideal spot for those interested in trekking, the trail to the Dolphin’s Nose covers a distance of 3 kms in the Palani Hill Range. This view point is a favourite among the tourists who come to adore the glory of the Princess of hill-stations. Kodaikanal proudly fosters this location as an ideal spot from which one may marvel at the glory of its lush green landscapes, rough terrains, and the rugged charm of the towns.

The place gets its name because of the protruding flat rock that resembles the nose of a dolphin. It is from this point that you can get the best view of the valleys beneath. A visit to this view point is surely promising as the view itself is not the only offering it gives. The trail up to the dolphin’s nose is challenging enough to get you excited but not so difficult that it would tire you. The hike up to this point has a calming effect as it is adorned by elegant pine trees and the crisp, cool fog around that sets Kodaikanal a step above any other hill station. Do not forget to stop on your way to take a look at the small waterfalls that glide along this trail.

Highlights of Dolphins Nose

1. The top-rated tourist destination of Kodaikanal -The Dolphin’s Nose is the result of unique rock formation which treats you with a 180 degree view of the scenic beauty. 

2. It has got a whopping height of 385 km from the sea level which makes it a moderate trekkers paradise. 

3. This is a well-known frontier for the Visakhapatnam Harbour. 

4. Locals call it as Black Mores Hill. 

5. At the topmost summit of this hillock, you have a lighthouse that sends light signals to the ships visiting the Visakhapatnam port. 

6. This light-house is well-facilitated with the high-tech ultra-modern facilities to keep a track of the cyclones that are likely to hit the shores.

Places to Stay Near Dolphin's Nose

Here are some excellent accommodation options for your Dolphin Nose visit 

1. DOSTel: Backpacker Hostel – This hostel features free bike rides, lounges on a shared rental basis, a beautiful garden to stroll and free Wi-Fi access throughout the property. They have a single bed, double bed, and king bed with mountain view facilities for accommodating their guests.

Distance from Dolphin’s Nose – 400 m 

Price range – 500 INR per night 

2. The Tamara Kodai – The Tamara Kodai is nestled high in the lush green hills of Kodaikanal. You have two accommodation options to choose here - Luxury Suite and the Superior Luxury Suite. Other than that, the hotel features The Elevation Spa, Conference Halls, Bonfires & Fireplaces and a huge outdoor swimming pool. 

Distance from Dolphin’s Nose – 1.6 km

Price range – 10, 000 per night

3. Villa Retreat – Boutique Hotel – Villa Retreat offers you a lounge equipped with a fireplace, electric kettle with complimentary coffee and tea sachets, changing and restrooms for guests, chargeable room heaters, etc. Apart from these, you may even connect with the hotel authorities to pre-book your sightseeing and travel arrangements. 

Distance from Dolphin’s Nose – 2.6 km 

Price range – 4800 INR per night 

4. The Carlton Kodaikanal – The Carlton at Kodaikanal is a 5-star hotel sprawling over acres of land. This is tourist hallmark featuring around 91 spacious, comfortable, luxurious, and stylish rooms. Additionally, they’ve got an in-house restaurant for you to avail Indian, Continental and Italian delicacies and cuisines.  

Distance from Dolphin’s Nose – 2.7 km

Price range – 6285 INR per night 

5. Holiday Home Resort – The cottages at the Holiday Home Resort overlooks the beautiful hills and lakes of Kodaikanal and are well-facilitated to give you a homely feel. It has also got an in-house multi-cuisine restaurant, so that you do not need to wander here and there for some appetizing dishes. 

Distance from Dolphin’s Nose – 1.5 km 

Price range – 3100 INR per night 

Places to Eat Near Dolphin's Nose 

Here are some eateries located close to the Dolphin’s Nose – 

1. The Kodai Heaven – This restaurant is located at the top of a gentle hill of Kodaikanal. The Kodai Heaven Special Grilled Chicken is a savoury delicacy to try here. 

2. Altaf’s Café – Altaf’s Café serves delicious Mediterranean, Lebanese, Israeli, and Middle Eastern preparations. Shakshuka and Falafel platter are worthy of investing here. 

3. Tawa Vegetarian Restaurant – Tawa Vegetarian Restaurant serves both Indian and Asian style food preparation. If you are missing your homely food, this is the place where you will get it at affordable pricing. 

4. Hilltop Inn – Hilltop Inn is again a luxurious restaurant setting to try both Indian and Asian delicacies and preparation. Canarak fish & Pepper Chicken and Chicken Britain are two sumptuous cuisines to be tried here. 

Besides these locally renowned restaurants, you have got some food stalls and other major FMCG brands selling their frozen foodstuff here. If you are looking for a light yet sumptuous meal, head in the direction of Subway for some freshly prepared sandwiches and salads. You might find some other healthy eating options top here. 

Tips Before Visiting Dolphin's Nose

Your excitement to visit Kodaikanal's Dolphin Nose might be at its peak by now. Here are some tips to share to make it a memorable trekking adventure for you – 

1. Start ascending to the top summit of the Dolphin’s Nose early in the morning for an unparalleled experience. Also, you will get some more time to relax in the lap of Mother Nature. 

2. Before you start with your trekking adventure, make sure to be thorough with the weather conditions there. Trekking to the top summit of Dolphin’s Nose requires a sufficient level of effort and cloudy or foggy weather might ruin your experience completely.

3. Wearing trek friendly clothes and shoes are a prerequisite to begin ascending the Dolphin Nose hillock. You can get a new pair of trekking shoes which will give you good grip to get through the rugged rocky path. Also, the viewpoint might turn out to be extremely slippery at some points as soon as you start descending down the hill. 

4. If your children are accompanying you, utmost care should be taken to protect them from the edge of the cliff, the rugged terrain, and the mischievous monkeys all around. 

5. You will find plenty of small eateries and local vendors selling quick munchies and water. However, it is always advisable to pack something for yourself. 

6. In the end, carry plenty of water reserves and keep yourself hydrated throughout your trekking adventure.

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