Start your trip with a visit to the stunning Abbey Falls, surrounded by thick foliage and coffee plantations. The sound of cascading water is sure to soothe your senses. You can take a short trek to reach the falls or hire a jeep.
Spend your second day with majestic elephants at the Dubare Elephant Camp. You can help bathe the elephants, feed them, and even go for an elephant ride. The camp also offers rafting and coracle rides on the river Cauvery.
On your last day, head to Talakaveri, the birthplace of the river Cauvery. Trek to the top of Brahmagiri hills to get a bird's eye view of the surrounding hills and forests. You can also visit the temple dedicated to goddess Cauvery.
If you have extra time, you can visit the Namdroling Monastery which is a beautiful Tibetan monastery surrounded by greenery and a serene atmosphere. For adventure enthusiasts, you can go for a trek to the Kotebetta Peak. If you have less time, skip Dubare Elephant camp, and visit the Madikeri Fort instead or go for a coffee plantation tour.