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Family Friendly 4-Day Itinerary for Coorg in August 2023

  1. Day 1: Abbey Falls
    20 minutes (8.6 km) from Madikeri

    Start your trip by visiting the mesmerizing Abbey Falls. Enjoy the beautiful scenery and the sound of the waterfalls. You can take a short trek to reach the falls and enjoy the nature along the way. Afternoon, head over to Raja's Seat, a beautiful garden with a breathtaking view of the sunset. Finally, end your day with some delicious Coorg cuisine at Taste of Coorg.

  2. Day 2: Dubare Elephant Camp
    45 minutes (20 km) from Madikeri

    Start your day with a visit to Dubare Elephant Camp, where you can observe and learn about elephants and even participate in feeding and bathing them. Afternoon, visit the Namdroling Monastery, the largest teaching center of the Nyingma lineage of Tibetan Buddhism outside of Tibet. Here you can witness the beautiful architecture, prayer ceremonies and take part in meditation. Finally, end your day with a visit to the Coorg Wildlife Society where you can spot some exotic birds and animals.

  3. Day 3: Talacauvery and Bhagamandala
    1 hour 30 minutes (43 km) from Madikeri

    Start your day early and head over to Talacauvery, the origin of the river Cauvery. Take a holy dip and offer prayers at the temple. Afternoon, visit the Bhagamandala, which is a confluence of three rivers and also houses a temple. You can also take a boat ride on the river. Finally, end your day with a visit to the Madikeri Fort and Museum, which showcases the history of Coorg and its rulers.

  4. Day 4: Mandalpatti and Chiklihole Reservoir
    1 hour 15 minutes (30 km) from Madikeri

    Start your day early and head over to Mandalpatti, a beautiful hilltop viewpoint with a stunning panoramic view of the surroundings. You can take a jeep ride to reach the top and enjoy the amazing scenery. Afternoon, visit the Chiklihole Reservoir, which is a serene and beautiful place for a picnic. You can also go boating and try some fishing. Finally, end your day with some souvenir shopping at Coorg Heritage.

Recommendations

Other local attractions you might want to consider include the Irupu Falls, the Nagarhole National Park, and the Golden Temple. You can also plan a day trip to Mysore, which is famous for its palace and silk sarees. To maximize your fun, consider renting a bike and exploring the beautiful roads of Coorg.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Abbey Falls (2 hours, free)
  • Raja's Seat (1 hour, 100 INR)
  • Taste of Coorg (1 hour, 500 INR)
  • Dubare Elephant Camp (3 hours, 1,000 INR)
  • Namdroling Monastery (2 hours, free)
  • Coorg Wildlife Society (2 hours, 500 INR)
  • Talacauvery (2 hours, free)
  • Bhagamandala (2 hours, free)
  • Madikeri Fort and Museum (2 hours, 150 INR)
  • Mandalpatti (4 hours, 1,500 INR)
  • Chiklihole Reservoir (3 hours, free)
  • Coorg Heritage (1 hour, prices vary)
  • Total Estimated Costs = 3,750 INR
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