Things to do in Mudumalai National Park, Tamil Nadu
Mudumalai National Park is a national park in the Nilgiri Mountains in Tamil Nadu in southern India. It covers 321 km2 at an elevation range of 850–1,250 m in the Nilgiri District and shares boundaries with the states of Karnataka and Kerala.
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- 1Mudumalai National Park
Mudumalai National Park is a national park in the Nilgiri Mountains in Tamil Nadu in southern India. It covers 321 km2 at an elevation range of 850–1,250 m in the Nilgiri District and shares boundaries with the states of Karnataka and Kerala.
Wikipedia - 2Bandipur National Park
Bandipur National Park is a national park covering 1,456.3 km2 in Chamarajnagar district in the Indian state of Karnataka. It was established as a tiger reserve under Project Tiger in 1973.
Wikipedia - 3Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary
Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary is a wildlife sanctuary in Wayanad district of Kerala, India.
Wikipedia - 4Gopalaswamy Hills
Himavad Gopalaswamy Betta, is a hill located in the Gundlupete Taluk, Chamarajanagar district of the state of Karnataka, India at a height of 1450m and is extensively wooded. It is also the highest peak in the Bandipur National Park.
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Best time to visit Mudumalai National Park
Best weather: Nov–May.
| Month | Average | Rain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | Pleasant | 19°C | 3 mm |
| Feb | Pleasant | 21°C | 6 mm |
| Mar | Pleasant | 23°C | 28 mm |
| Apr | Pleasant | 23°C | 72 mm |
| May | Pleasant | 21°C | 171 mm |
| Jun | Rainy | 19°C | 372 mm |
| Jul | Rainy | 19°C | 378 mm |
| Aug | Rainy | 18°C | 276 mm |
| Sep | Rainy | 19°C | 204 mm |
| Oct | Rainy | 19°C | 214 mm |
| Nov | Pleasant | 18°C | 108 mm |
| Dec | Pleasant | 18°C | 22 mm |
Long-term monthly averages for the area, from NASA POWER, adjusted for the town's height (1,266 m). Festivals and crowds are not counted; check before you book.
How to reach Mudumalai National Park
- Nearest railway station: Udagamandalam (UAM), 30 km away.
- Nearest airport: Mysuru Airport (MYQ), 72 km away.
Straight-line distances; the road is longer. Check trains and flights before you travel.
What a 2-day trip to Mudumalai National Park costs
- Budget: about ₹1,800–₹3,500 per person
- Mid-range: about ₹4,300–₹8,300 per person
- Comfort: about ₹9,500–₹18,000 per person
A rough estimate for 2 adults sharing a room: stay, food, local travel and entry tickets, from typical price ranges (not live prices). Getting to Mudumalai National Park is not included.
Compare Mudumalai National Park with nearby towns
| Town | Distance | Best weather | Places to see | 3 days, mid-range, per person |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mudumalai National Park | – | Nov–May | 6 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Gudalur | 11 km | Nov–May | 22 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary | 16 km | Nov–May | 6 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Devala | 17 km | Nov–May | 6 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Sholur | 21 km | – | 19 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
Distances in a straight line from Mudumalai National Park; trip costs are rough estimates (not live prices). Tap a town for its own page.
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What are the best places to visit in Mudumalai National Park?
The best known are Mudumalai National Park, Bandipur National Park, Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary, Gopalaswamy Hills, Needle Rock View Point.
When is the best time to visit Mudumalai National Park?
Best weather: Nov–May.
How do I reach Mudumalai National Park?
Nearest railway station: Udagamandalam (UAM), 30 km away. Nearest airport: Mysuru Airport (MYQ), 72 km away.
How much does a 2-day trip to Mudumalai National Park cost?
Budget: about ₹1,800–₹3,500 per person; Mid-range: about ₹4,300–₹8,300 per person; Comfort: about ₹9,500–₹18,000 per person. A rough estimate for 2 adults sharing a room: stay, food, local travel and entry tickets, from typical price ranges (not live prices). Getting to Mudumalai National Park is not included.
Sources: places from Wikipedia, Wikidata, Wikivoyage and OpenStreetMap; weather from NASA POWER; stations and airports from Wikidata. Last checked Oct 2026.