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Adventure Itinerary for Chikmagalur, Coorg, Sakleshpura, Kushalnagara

  1. Day 1: Chikmagalur
    3 hours 45 minutes (150.7 km) from Bangalore

    In the morning, embark on a trek to the Mullayanagiri Peak, the highest peak in Karnataka. Enjoy the breathtaking views of the lush green hills and valleys. In the afternoon, visit the coffee plantations of the region and learn about the coffee-making process. End the day with a visit to the Hebbe Falls and enjoy a refreshing swim in the cool waters.

  2. Day 2: Coorg
    2 hours 15 minutes (100.6 km) from Chikmagalur

    Begin the day with an early morning hike to the Abbey Falls and enjoy the serene beauty of the waterfall. After breakfast, visit the Dubare Elephant Camp and participate in activities like elephant bathing and feeding. In the evening, experience the local culture and cuisine by attending a traditional Kodava dance performance and indulging in some authentic Coorgi cuisine.

  3. Day 3: Sakleshpura and Kushalnagara
    2 hours 20 minutes (87.9 km) from Coorg

    Start the day with a visit to the Manjarabad Fort, a unique star-shaped fort built in the 18th century. After that, head to the Bisle Ghat viewpoint and soak in the stunning views of the Western Ghats. In the afternoon, visit the Namdroling Monastery, the largest teaching center of the Nyingma lineage of Tibetan Buddhism in the world. End the day with a visit to the Dubare forest and partake in some thrilling adventure activities like zip-lining and river rafting.

Recommendations

If you have time, consider visiting the Bandipur National Park, known for its tiger and elephant population. You can also take a day trip to the Talakaveri Wildlife Sanctuary and witness the beauty of the Brahmagiri Hills. To maximize your fun, you can also try some local adventure activities like rock climbing, rappelling, and mountain biking.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Mullayanagiri Peak, Chikmagalur (4 hours, free)
  • Coffee Plantations, Chikmagalur (2 hours, INR 500 per person)
  • Hebbe Falls, Chikmagalur (2 hours, INR 50 per person)
  • Abbey Falls, Coorg (2 hours, INR 100 per person)
  • Dubare Elephant Camp, Coorg (3 hours, INR 1,500 per person)
  • Kodava Dance Performance, Coorg (1 hour, INR 500 per person)
  • Manjarabad Fort, Sakleshpura (1 hour, free)
  • Bisle Ghat Viewpoint, Sakleshpura (1 hour, free)
  • Namdroling Monastery, Kushalnagara (2 hours, free)
  • Dubare Forest Adventure Activities, Kushalnagara (3 hours, prices vary)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 3,150 per person
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