4-Day Shoestring Budget Trip to Coorg, Chickmangalur, Gokarna, Murudeshwar

  1. Day 1: Coorg
    2.5-hour drive from Bangalore

    Visit the Talakaveri Temple, the source of the Kaveri River, and the Bhagamandala Temple to witness the confluence of three rivers. Head to the Abbey Falls, to view the cascading waterfalls and enjoy a refreshing time. Get adventurous and embark on a trek to witness magnificent views from the Brahmagiri Peak.

  2. Day 2: Chickmangalur
    3-hour drive from Coorg

    Take a tour at the Coffee Museum and learn about the history of the coffee industry, after which try the delicious coffee varieties at the Bean Zone. Visit the culturally significant Sharada Temple, located in the heart of the beautiful Horanadu, and head to the Hebbe Falls, with a beautiful natural backdrop and the cascading waterfalls.

  3. Day 3: Gokarna
    6-hour drive from Chickmangalur

    Relax on the pristine and undisturbed beaches like the Om Beach and the Kudle Beach and take a dip in the blue waters. Go on a trek to the Yana Caves, to explore the ancient rocks and caves. Visit the Gokarna Temple, located in the temple town of Gokarna, known for its detailed architecture and religious significance.

  4. Day 4: Murudeshwar
    3-hour drive from Gokarna

    Visit the Murudeshwar Temple , known for its 123-feet tall statue of Lord Shiva, and the Netrani Island, popular for scuba diving and snorkelling in the clear water. Head to the Murudeshwar Beach, with a pristine beach and coconut groves by the shore. Head back to Bangalore.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Talakaveri Temple (1-2 hours, free)
  • Bhagamandala Temple (1-2 hours, free)
  • Abbey Falls (2-3 hours, ₹15 per person entry fee)
  • Brahmagiri Peak Trek (4-5 hours, free)
  • Coffee Museum (1-2 hours, ₹20 per person entry fee)
  • Bean Zone (1-2 hours, coffee varieties start from ₹50)
  • Sharada Temple (1-2 hours, free)
  • Hebbe Falls (2-3 hours, ₹50 per person entry fee)
  • Om Beach (2-3 hours, free)
  • Kudle Beach (2-3 hours, free)
  • Yana Caves Trek (3-4 hours, free)
  • Gokarna Temple (1-2 hours, free)
  • Murudeshwar Temple (1-2 hours, free)
  • Murudeshwar Beach (2-3 hours, free)
  • Netrani Island (4-5 hours, scuba diving packages starting from ₹1200)
  • Total Estimated Costs: ₹1300-1500 per person

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can include a visit to the Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary near Chickmangalur or the Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary near Gokarna for a thrilling wildlife experience. Adventurous trekkers can also take up the challenging Kodachadri Trek, which is situated between Coorg and Chickmangalur. If you have less time, you can skip Yana Caves and choose to visit other places in Gokarna, or reduce the number of places in Murudeshwar.

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