At 4600 ft above sea level, Nelliyampathy can be described as a tiny hill station for its foothills is lined richly with coffee, tea and orange plantations. The presence of the swamps of Nelli (gooseberry) trees, are said to have given Nelliyampathy its name. Spending time here is all about soaking in the hills, spotting wildlife or savouring the beautiful panorama from vantage points around the place.