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One Day in Madikeri Itinerary - July 2023

  1. 9:00AM: Abbey Falls
    10 minutes (3.5 km) from Madikeri town

    Start your day by visiting Abbey Falls - a picturesque waterfall nestled amidst coffee plantations and spice estates. Take a short trek through the lush greenery to reach the falls and enjoy the serene atmosphere.

  2. 11:00AM: Madikeri Fort
    20 minutes (6.1 km) from Abbey Falls

    Explore Madikeri Fort, also known as Mercara Fort, which was built by the Kodavas in the 17th century and later rebuilt by Tipu Sultan. The fort houses a museum and a temple inside its premises.

  3. 1:00PM: Raintree Restaurant
    5 minutes (1.5 km) from Madikeri Fort

    Head to Raintree Restaurant for a delicious lunch. The restaurant offers a variety of cuisine options including Indian, Chinese and Continental. Try their Coorgi specialities like Pandi Curry and Kadumbuttu.

  4. 2:30PM: Dubare Elephant Camp
    1 hour (20 km) from Raintree Restaurant

    Visit Dubare Elephant Camp to get up close and personal with these gentle giants. Take a coracle ride on the river Kaveri and watch the elephants being bathed and fed. You can also participate in various activities like elephant grooming and feeding.

  5. 5:00PM: Talacauvery
    1 hour 30 minutes (42.2 km) from Dubare Elephant Camp

    End your day by visiting Talacauvery - the birthplace of river Cauvery. Located atop the Brahmagiri hills, it offers panoramic views of the surrounding hills and valleys. Visit the temple dedicated to Goddess Cauvery and take a dip in the holy Kundike pond.

Recommendations

Do not miss out on a visit to the Namdroling Monastery - the largest teaching centre of the Nyingmapa lineage of Tibetan Buddhism. You can also take a side trip to Coorg Wildlife Society and explore the rich flora and fauna of the Western Ghats. To maximize your fun, you can go for a trek to the nearby Pushpagiri hill or indulge in adventure sports like river rafting and zip-lining.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Abbey Falls (2 hours, Free)
  • Madikeri Fort (1 hour, INR 25)
  • Raintree Restaurant (1.5 hour, INR 500 for two)
  • Dubare Elephant Camp (2 hours, INR 1500 per person)
  • Talacauvery (1.5 hour, Free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 2000 (excluding transportation and additional activities)

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