One Day Adventure Itinerary in Chikkamagaluru in June 2023

1. 6:00AM: Mullayanagiri Peak
   30 minutes (9.7 km) from Chikkamagaluru

   Start your day early and hike to the highest peak in Karnataka. Enjoy the breathtaking view of the sunrise and the scenic beauty of the lush green mountains.

2. 9:00AM: Jhari Waterfalls
   1 hour (30 km) from Mullayanagiri Peak

   Cool off after your hike with a refreshing swim at Jhari Waterfalls. The water cascades down from a height of 100 feet and creates a picturesque backdrop.

3. 11:30AM: Hirekolale Lake
   1 hour 15 minutes (36.8 km) from Jhari Waterfalls

   Visit the mesmerizing and tranquil Hirekolale Lake. Enjoy a walk by the serene lake, hire a boat or cycle around the lake.

4. 1:00PM: Lunch at Town Canteen
   30 minutes (13.8 km) from Hirekolale Lake

   Relish the authentic and delicious South Indian cuisine at the popular Town Canteen in Chikkamagaluru.

5. 2:00PM: Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary
   1 hour (28.3 km) from Town Canteen

   Explore the diverse flora and fauna of the Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary. Go on a jeep safari and spot tigers, elephants, leopards, and other wildlife species.

6. 4:00PM: Baba Budangiri
   45 minutes (23.6 km) from Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary

   Visit the Baba Budangiri shrine, a renowned pilgrimage site, surrounded by beautiful hills and coffee plantations.

7. 6:00PM: Hebbe Falls
   1 hour 15 minutes (34.4 km) from Baba Budangiri

   End your day with a visit to the magnificent Hebbe Falls. The waterfalls from an altitude of 551 feet and offers a breathtaking view of the sunset.

Recommendations

Other local attractions include Kudremukh National Park, Kemmanagundi Hill Station, and Z Point. However, they are too far to cover in a day. You can maximize your fun by carrying comfortable walking shoes, a refillable water bottle, sunscreen lotion, and a camera.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Mullayanagiri Peak (3 hours, free)
• Jhari Waterfalls (2 hours, Rs. 50 per person)
• Hirekolale Lake (1 hour, free)
• Lunch at Town Canteen (1 hour, Rs. 300 for two)
• Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary (2 hours, Rs. 300 per person for jeep safari)
• Baba Budangiri (2 hours, free)
• Hebbe Falls (1 hour, Rs. 50 per person)
• Total Estimated Costs: Rs. 700 for two people

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