Masinagudi is a quaint hill station located just a 1-hour drive away from Ooty. The Mudumalai National Park is the highlight here and is popular amongst visitors. Masinagudi is considered one of the most perfect jungle getaways in South India. Apart from Mudumalai, the Bandipur Tiger Reserve is also a popular hotspot here. One can engage in wildlife spotting, fishing, go on many exciting safaris by hiring private jeeps, sit by the stunning Moyar River or even go boating there, the possibilities here are endless. Visit the Theppakadu Elephant Camp for an unforgettable experience amongst elephants as you go right into their abodes.
Mudumalai National Park
Located at a distance of 17 km from Masinagudi, Mudumalai National Park is a heaven for nature and animal lovers.
This National Park is enthusiastically involved in preserving tigers and is home to quite a number of them. This place is also replete with other animals and birds too including elephants, deers, monkeys, leopards, sloth bears, black Flycatcher, eagle, woodpecker bulbuls and wood owl. You can even opt for a Jeep Safari to explore this national park to the fullest.
Theppakadu Elephant Camp
Even though similar activities were carried out in this are since 1910 or even before, the ‘camp’ was officially established in 1972. The camp provides visitors with the wonderful experience of interacting with the elephants – bathing them, feeding them, etc.
The camp houses well trained elephants and hence there is minimum risk attached.
Bandipura Tiger Reserve and National Park
Located at a distance of around 12 km from Masinagudi, Bandipura Tiger Reserve and National Park is another popular destination to visit amongst nature and animal lovers.
Known for conserving tigers this place is home to a large number of animals and birds. Some of them include elephants, spotted deer, gaurs, antelopes, Python, jackal, Peafowl, Indian Rollers, eagles and kingfisher. You can even indulge in jeep safari or bus safari or elephant safari to enjoy the beauty of national park to the fullest and see as many animals and birds as possible.
Moyar River
A serene and tranquil river namely Moyar River is situated at a distance of 7 km from Masinagudi. This river is the best place to sit and relax.
You can either dip your feet or your body in the cold water of the river to rejuvenate and refresh yourself. This river also provides picturesque views of nature as it is surrounded by verdant trees and hills.
Nilgiri Tea Plantations
Masinagudi is rich in lush green tea plantation and a number of them are located here. You can visit tea plantation and take a lazy stroll amidst fields that are enveloped in the aroma of tea. You will also get to learn and explore the workings of how tea is produced.