A Thrilling 3-Day Adventure Itinerary: Mysore, Coorg & Chickmangaluru

  1. Day 1: River rafting, trekking, and exploring Mysore's cultural attractions
    Approximately 3 hours and 144 km from Bengaluru city

    Start your adventure with a thrilling morning of river rafting on the Kaveri River in Coorg. After lunch, hike up to the beautiful Abbey Falls and take a dip in the refreshing water. Later, drive to Mysore and explore the city's cultural attractions like the Mysore Palace (open from 10 AM to 5:30 PM) and the vibrant Devaraja Market.

  2. Day 2: Coffee plantation tour, trekking, and sightseeing in Coorg
    Approximately 3 hours and 102 km from Mysore

    Start your day by enjoying a delicious Coorgi breakfast before heading out for a coffee plantation tour. Learn about the coffee-making process and sample different blends. After lunch, embark on a trek to the Tadiandamol peak, which offers breathtaking views of the surrounding hills. In the evening, visit the picturesque Dubare Elephant Camp to watch the gentle giants being bathed and fed.

  3. Day 3: Trekking, waterfall visit and cave exploration in Chickmangaluru
    Approximately 3 hours and 160 km from Coorg

    Begin your day with an early morning trek up to the Mullayanagiri, the highest peak in Karnataka that offers stunning panoramic views of the Western Ghats. After breakfast, visit the Hebbe Falls and take a dip in the cool mountain water. In the afternoon, explore the fascinating Kavikal Gandi Viewpoint and the famous Belur and Halebid temples.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • White Water Rafting in Coorg (2-3 hours, INR 1,500 per person)
  • Abbey Falls Trek (2-3 hours, Free)
  • Mysore Palace (1-2 hours, INR 100 for Indians, INR 200 for foreigners)
  • Tadiandamol Trek (5-6 hours, Free)
  • Dubare Elephant Camp (2-3 hours, INR 849 for Indians, INR 1,699 for foreigners)
  • Mullayanagiri Trek (3-4 hours, Free)
  • Hebbe Falls Visit (2-3 hours, Free)
  • Belur and Halebidu Temple Visit (2-3 hours, INR 10 for Indians, INR 250 for foreigners)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 3,608 per person

Useful Tips

If you have more time, then you can visit the Nagarhole National Park in Coorg or soak in the natural hot springs at Manikyadhara Falls in Chickmangaluru. Alternatively, if you have less time, skip the Dubare Elephant Camp and visit the Golden Temple in Coorg or the Baba Budangiri Shrine in Chickmangaluru.

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