Immersive Coorg Nature Experience

  1. 6:00AM: Talacauvery Wildlife Sanctuary
    2 hours 32 minutes (68.1 km) from Madikeri

    Talacauvery Wildlife Sanctuary is a haven for nature lovers with its diverse flora and fauna, including tigers, leopards, and macaques. The sanctuary offers trekking and boating, allowing visitors to enjoy the beauty of the surrounding hills and water bodies.

  2. 10:30AM: Abbey Falls
    32 minutes (16.2 km) from Talacauvery Wildlife Sanctuary

    Abbey Falls is a picturesque waterfall surrounded by lush greenery. A 15-minute hike from the parking lot brings visitors to the falls. The sound of the water cascading down creates a soothing and tranquilizing environment.

  3. 12:30PM: Indulge in local Coorg cuisine at Raintree Restaurant
    30 minutes (12.2 km) from Abbey Falls

    Raintree is a popular restaurant serving authentic Coorg delicacies. The ambiance is perfect for a relaxed lunch, and the staff is eager to share their knowledge of the cuisine. Not to be missed are the bamboo-shoot curry, pandi curry, and kadambuttu (rice balls).

  4. 2:30PM: Dubare Elephant Camp
    52 minutes (24.1 km) from Raintree Restaurant

    The Dubare Elephant Camp offers a unique opportunity to interact with elephants. Visitors can watch the elephants being bathed and trained and even get to go on an elephant ride. The camp is set amidst a verdant forest that is home to many other species of animals.

  5. 5:00PM: Chikli Dam
    38 minutes (17.6 km) from Dubare Elephant Camp

    The Chikli Dam is located at the confluence of two rivers and surrounded by dense bamboo groves. The dam is a great place to unwind and enjoy the tranquillity of nature. The area also offers opportunities for bird-watching.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Talacauvery Wildlife Sanctuary (2 hours, INR 500/person)
  • Abbey Falls (1 hour, INR 50/person)
  • Raintree Restaurant (1 hour 30 minutes, INR 600/person)
  • Dubare Elephant Camp (2 hours, INR 1200/person including elephant ride)
  • Chikli Dam (1 hour, free entry)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 2350/person

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you may want to consider adding a visit to the Namdroling Monastery, the Nisargadhama Forest, or the Madikeri Fort to your itinerary. If you have less time, you may want to skip the Dubare Elephant Camp and the Chikli Dam.

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