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Nature Lovers Itinerary: Bangalore to Mangalore and Dharmasthala in August 2023

  1. Day 1: Adichunchanagiri Wildlife Sanctuary
    3 hours 45 minutes (142 miles) from Bangalore

    In the morning, explore the Adichunchanagiri Wildlife Sanctuary with a variety of animals such as elephants, tigers and leopards in their natural habitat. Take a trek to the Somanathapura Kere lake and enjoy the scenic view. In the afternoon, visit the beautiful Sri Kalabhairaveshwara Swamy Temple and relax amidst the lush greenery. In the evening, take a stroll around the serene atmosphere of the campus and witness the evening aarti.

  2. Day 2: Kudremukh National Park
    3 hours 30 minutes (104 miles) from Adichunchanagiri Wildlife Sanctuary

    In the morning, drive to the Kudremukh National Park, where you can explore the beauty of nature, with lush green forests, waterfalls and an array of wildlife. Take a trek to Kudremukh peak, and enjoy the panoramic view of the surroundings. In the afternoon, visit the Hanuman Gundi Waterfalls, which is a great place to relax and unwind amidst nature. In the evening, enjoy the sunset view from the Kudremukh view point.

  3. Day 3: Dharmasthala
    1 hour 30 minutes (48.5 miles) from Kudremukh National Park

    In the morning, visit the famous Sri Manjunatha Swamy Temple in Dharmasthala and seek blessings. In the afternoon, explore the Bahubali Statue which is the second tallest monolithic statue in the world. In the evening, take a stroll around the serene atmosphere of the campus and witness the evening aarti at the temple.

  4. Day 4: Mangalore
    1 hour 30 minutes (54.2 miles) from Dharmasthala

    In the morning, visit the famous Panambur Beach and enjoy the scenic view. In the afternoon, enjoy a delicious seafood lunch at Gajalee or Machali restaurant. In the evening, explore the beauty of Kadri Manjunatha Temple which is one of the oldest temples in Mangalore.

Recommendations

You can also visit the Bekal Fort in Kasaragod, Kerala which is just 2 hours from Mangalore. Another suggestion is to enjoy the Yakshagana performance at Nethravathi bridge in Mangalore. Finally, maximize your fun by trying out local activities like fishing, trekking and river rafting in the Western Ghats.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Adichunchanagiri Wildlife Sanctuary (5 hours, INR 500)
  • Kudremukh National Park (6 hours, INR 400)
  • Dharmasthala (3 hours, Free entry)
  • Panambur Beach (3 hours, Free entry)
  • Gajalee or Machali Restaurant (1 hour, INR 800)
  • Kadri Manjunatha Temple (2 hours, INR 50)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 1750
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