Coorg, Karnataka: 2-Day Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Dubare Elephant Camp
    30 minutes (17.1 km) from Madikeri

    Dubare Elephant Camp is located on the banks of the Kaveri River and offers visitors a chance to learn about and interact with elephants. Visitors can bathe and feed the elephants, watch them being trained, and take a coracle ride down the river. The camp also offers elephant rides through the surrounding forest.

  2. Day 1: Abbey Falls
    20 minutes (8.9 km) from Dubare Elephant Camp

    Abbey Falls is a picturesque waterfall located in the midst of coffee plantations. Visitors can take a short hike through the plantations to reach the falls. The falls are surrounded by lush greenery and offer a serene and beautiful spot to relax and enjoy nature.

  3. Day 1: Raja's Seat
    30 minutes (12.5 km) from Abbey Falls

    Raja's Seat is a picturesque viewpoint located in the center of Madikeri. It offers stunning views of the surrounding hills and is the perfect spot to watch the sunset. The garden is well-maintained and colorful, making it an ideal spot for photography.

  4. Day 2: Namdroling Monastery
    1 hour 20 minutes (50.3 km) from Madikeri

    Namdroling Monastery is the largest teaching center of the Nyingma lineage of Tibetan Buddhism. The monastery is home to over 5000 monks and nuns and is known for its stunning architecture and intricate artwork. Visitors can take a guided tour of the monastery and learn about the history and culture of Tibetan Buddhism.

  5. Day 2: Talacauvery
    1 hour 15 minutes (45.4 km) from Namdroling Monastery

    Talacauvery is the birthplace of the Kaveri River and is located on the slopes of the Brahmagiri mountain range. Visitors can take a holy dip in the tank which believed to be the source of the river Kaveri. There is also a temple dedicated to Goddess Kaveri and Lord Agastheeswara.

  6. Day 2: Coorg Cuisine Restaurant
    45 minutes (25.6 km) from Talacauvery

    Coorg Cuisine Restaurant is known for its authentic Coorgi cuisine. The restaurant's specialty is the pork dish 'Pandi Curry' which is cooked with Coorg's famous spices. Other must-try dishes include Akki Roti, Chicken Curry, and Koli Barthad. The restaurant has a cozy ambiance and friendly staff.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Dubare Elephant Camp (2-3 hours, INR 750 per person)
  • Abbey Falls (1-2 hours, Free)
  • Raja's Seat (1-2 hours, INR 5 per person)
  • Namdroling Monastery (2-3 hours, Free)
  • Talacauvery (1-2 hours, Free)
  • Coorg Cuisine Restaurant (1 hour, INR 500 for two people)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 1260

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can visit the following places:

  • Madikeri Fort
  • Chettalli
  • Dubare Reserve Forest

If you have less time, you can skip visiting Talacauvery and Coorg Cuisine Restaurant.

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