A Day Exploring Jog Falls

  1. 9:00AM: Jog Falls-
    Located in the Shimoga district of Karnataka.
    The best time to visit is in the monsoon season from June to September, when the falls are at their fullest.
    Enjoy the breathtaking views of the falls and take a refreshing bath in its cool & crystal-clear waters.
  2. 11:00AM: Sigandur-
    14.5 km (26 minutes) from Jog Falls.
    Sigandur is a small town located on the banks of the Sharavathi River which is famous for its Maha Ganapathi Mahamaya Temple, a beautiful temple dedicated to Lord Ganapathi.
    You can visit the temple, enjoy the serene landscape and take a boat ride on the Sharavathi River.
  3. 1:00PM: Sagar Taluk-
    22 km (42 minutes) from Sigandur.
    Sagar Taluk is a scenic town located on the banks of the river Sharavathi and is surrounded by lush green forests.
    You can visit the Linganamakki dam located nearby or go for a trek in the forests.
  4. 3:00PM: Honnemaradu-
    17 km (38 minutes) from Sagar Taluk.
    Honnemaradu is a beautiful village located on the backwaters of the Sharavathi River.
    It is an ideal location for adventure activities like trekking, camping, kayaking and rafting.
  5. 6:00PM: Kundapura Beach-
    96 km (2 hours 16 minutes) from Honnemaradu.
    Enjoy the sunset at Kundapura Beach, a beautiful beach located on the west coast of Karnataka.
    You can relax, take a walk on the beach or even indulge in some water sports.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Jog Falls Entrance (Free)
  • Sigandur Temple (1 hour, Free)
  • Transportation (Car rental for a day, INR 2000)
  • Food and drinks (INR 800)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 2800

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can visit the nearby places like Shivamogga, Kargal, and Varadamoola.

If you have less time, you can skip Sagar Taluk and Honnemaradu and spend more time exploring the other places.

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