3-Day Coorg Itinerary for Foodies

  1. Day 1: Madikeri Fort
    5 minutes (0.7 miles) from Raja's Seat

    Start your Coorg adventure by visiting the Madikeri Fort, built-in 19th century and known for its stunning architecture. The fort also houses a museum showcasing artifacts that date back to the medieval era. After exploring, walk to Raja's Seat, a beautiful garden, and watch the sun go down while indulging in some piping hot teat accompanied with the famous Kodagu cuisine.

  2. Day 2: Dubare Elephant Camp
    1 hour 15 minutes (28 miles) from Madikeri Fort

    Get ready for a unique experience of feeding, bathing and interaction with Elephants at the Dubare Elephant Camp. Located on the banks of River Cauvery, you can also go for a river rafting post activities. In the evening, visit the Coorg Cuisine restaurant in Madikeri to savour the delectable pandi curry and akki roti.

  3. Day 3: Pushpagiri Wildlife Sanctuary
    2 hours 35 minutes (64 miles) from Dubare Elephant Camp

    Go on a guided forest trek and explore the breathtaking beauty of the Pushpagiri Wildlife Sanctuary. You can spot animals like Gaurs, Sambar deer and even tigers if you're lucky. While returning back, visit the Glenlorna Tea Plantation, known for producing some of the finest tea in Coorg, and take a tour of the plantation. End your trip with a traditional Coorg dinner and some locally brewed coffee at Coorg Cuisine restaurant.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Madikeri Fort (1 hour, Free)
  • Raja's Seat (1 hour, Rs. 5 entry fee)
  • Dubare Elephant Camp (3-4 hours, Rs. 2000 including activities)
  • Coorg Cuisine restaurant (1.5 hours, Rs. 500 for 2 people)
  • Pushpagiri Wildlife Sanctuary (4-5 hours, Rs. 200 entry fee)
  • Glenlorna Tea Plantation (1 hour, Free)
  • Coorg Cuisine restaurant (1.5 hours, Rs. 500 for 2 people)
  • Total Estimated Costs: Rs. 3525 for 2 people

Useful tips

If you have more time, you can add a visit to the Iruppu Falls, Abbey Falls, and the Bhagamandala Temple, which are popular tourist spots. For a more relaxed trip, you can subtract the Pushpagiri Wildlife Sanctuary from the itinerary and opt for a spa retreat instead. Keep in mind that Coorg is a hilly area, and some of the attractions require a lot of walking, so wear comfortable shoes. Also, don't forget to try the locally grown coffee and honey!

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