Located on Ooty Mysore Road, Pykara Lake is just 2.5km from Pykara Waterfalls. It is maintained by Tamil Nadu Tourism Development Corporation. You can find beautiful mountains and lush green dense forest surrounding the lake.
Pykara Lake is the right spot to relax in a calm and peaceful environment and enjoy its natural beauty. Special Parking, restrooms, and a restaurant are available here. Boating is the major attraction allowing you to enjoy the beautiful surroundings.
Speed boats, 8-seater boats, 10-seater boats, zodiac boats, and jet skis are different boats available in Pykara Lake. You will be provided with life jackets for boating. They accept only cash payments here.
Pykara Lake Highlights
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Particulars |
Details |
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Name |
Pykara Lake |
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Address |
Pykara, Tamil Nadu 643237. |
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Timings |
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
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Parking |
Available |
Pykara Lake Boat House Ticket Price
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Particulars |
Timing for the boat ride |
Price |
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Speed Boat (2 or 3 person) |
10 minutes |
Rs.1150 |
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8 Seater Boat |
20 minutes |
Rs.1150 |
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10 Seater Boat |
20 minutes |
Rs.1350 |
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Jet Ski |
5 minutes |
Rs.1200 |
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Zodiac boat (5 Seater) |
10 minutes |
Rs.1300 |
You can carry one below 5-year-old child extra on the boat ride.
Pykara Lake Parking Ticket Price
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Particulars |
Price |
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Two wheeler |
Rs.10 |
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Car & Jeep |
Rs.20 |
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Van & Bus |
Rs.40 |
How to Reach Pykara Lake
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Particulars |
Name |
Distance |
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Nearest Airport |
Coimbatore |
109 km |
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Nearest Railway Station |
Mettupalayam |
73 km |
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Nearest Bus Station |
Ooty |
25 km |
What People Say About Pykara Lake
- It is a must-visit spot where you can enjoy the thrill of travelling in a speed boat surrounded by lush greenery and clear waters. - “Chetan Prabhu”
- You can select this lake rather than Ooty Lake to enjoy the peaceful environment and natural beauty. You will find 8-seater boats, 10-seater boats, speedboats, and jet skis here. - “Vaishali Pandey”
- They accept only cash. To experience a thrilling and pleasant ride, you can choose speed boats. - ”Paul S Prem Sundar”
- The place is a bit expensive and has fewer facilities, but it's still a good option.- ”Justin Joy”
Places to Visit Nearby Pykara Lake
Pine Forest
- It is 14.5 km from Pykara Lake
- The timings for visitors are 8 AM to 6 PM.
- The entry fee for adults above 10 years is Rs.30
Needle Rock View Point
- It is 20.7 km from Pykara Lake
- The timings for visitors are 7 AM to 5 PM.
- The entry fee for adults is Rs.20 and for children is Rs.10.
Mudhumalai Tiger Reserve
- It is 33 km from Pykara.Lake
- The vehicle safari timings are 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM to 5:00 P.M
- The vehicle safari rates include a vehicle charge of Rs.4200 and Rs.130 for each member.
FAQ’s
Ques: What are the timings for visitors to Pykara Lake?
Ans: It is open for visitors from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Ques: Is vehicle parking available in Pykara Lake?
Ans: Yes, special parking is available here for vehicles.
