3-Day Family Friendly Itinerary for Coorg

  1. Day 1: Explore the Coffee Plantations
    20 minutes (8.2 miles) from Coorg city center

    Start your day by exploring Coorg's magnificent coffee plantations. Witness how the coffee beans are grown and learn about the different varieties of coffee, their harvesting processes and much more. Head towards the rivetingly beautiful Abbey Falls, where you can spend a few hours admiring the stunning waterfall and taking pictures. For your lunch, relish some traditional Coorgi cuisine that includes their signature dishes like Pandi Curry and Nool Puttu. After lunch, visit the Madikeri Fort, an ancient fort that is home to several artefacts and a museum that offers exclusive information about the Coorg history.

  2. Day 2: Wildlife & Adventure
    1 hour 10-minute drive (32.5 miles) from Coorg city center

    Head to the Nagarhole National Park for an early morning adventurous safari ride into the forest. Be spellbound by the mesmerizing flora and fauna of the park while you enjoy spotting some extraordinary animals like elephants, leopards and tigers. After a two-hour safari, relish a hot breakfast with some fresh filtered coffee. Later, visit the Golden Temple (Namdroling Monastery) which is the largest Tibetan settlement in India. Marvel at the grandeur of the vast temple complex and explore the beautiful gardens around it. End your day by indulging in some fun outdoor activities like river rafting or zip-lining in Dubare Elephant Camp.

  3. Day 3: Cultural Experience
    30 minutes (18.1 miles) from Coorg city center

    On your last day in Coorg, immerse yourself in the cultural experience by visiting the Omkareshwara Temple that is devoted to Lord Shiva. Explore the temple's remarkable architecture that dates back to the 18th century and witness its combination of Hindu and Muslim styles. Next, head to the Chettalli village, where you can spend some quality time with the locals and learn about their lifestyle. You can also shop for some fresh spices and taste the locally produced honey and homemade wines. End your trip by relaxing and rejuvenating in the Ayurvedic treatments at the Coorg Ayurvedic Wellness Center.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Abbey Falls (2 hours, free entry)
  • Madikeri Fort (1.5 hours, INR 40 per person)
  • Nagarhole National Park (3 hours, INR 1500 for jeep ride)
  • Golden Temple (1.5 hours, free entry)
  • Omkareshwara Temple (1.5 hours, free entry)
  • Chettalli village (2 hours, free entry)
  • Coorg Ayurvedic Wellness Center (2 hours, INR 3000 per person)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 4540 per person

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can add a trek to the peak of Tadiyandamol which is the highest peak in Coorg and offers breathtaking views of the surrounding hills. Alternatively, you can visit the Raja's Seat, a 19th-century garden which is known for its floral blooms and offers panoramic views of the hills and valleys. If you have less time, you can skip Dubare Elephant Camp and indulge in some shopping instead.

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