Adventurous 1-Day Itinerary for Chikmagalur

  1. 9:00AM: Mullayanagiri Peak Trek
    1-hour drive from Chikmagalur town

    Begin your day with an exhilarating trek to Mullayanagiri Peak, the highest peak in Karnataka. Trekking to the top takes about 2 hours and offers panoramic views of the Western Ghats.

  2. 12:00PM: Lunch at The Serai Resort
    30 minutes (14kms) from Mullayanagiri Peak

    Enjoy an authentic South Indian lunch at The Serai Resort, situated amidst the greenery of Coffee plantations in Chikmagalur. Their menu features delectable local cuisine such as Bisi Bele Bath and Kesari Bath.

  3. 2:00PM: Zipline & Waterfall Rappelling at Jhari Waterfalls
    1-hour drive from The Serai Resort

    Experience an adrenaline rush with the thrilling zipline and waterfall rappelling at Jhari Waterfalls. You can also take a dip in the refreshing waters of the waterfall.

  4. 4:00PM: Coffee Tour at Coffee Museum
    45 minutes (17kms) from Jhari Waterfalls

    Chikmagalur is famous for its coffee plantations. Learn about how coffee is grown, processed and roasted with a guided tour of the Coffee Museum. At the end of the tour, sample freshly brewed coffee at their café.

  5. 6:00PM: Sunset views at Hebbe Waterfalls
    1-hour drive from Coffee Museum

    End your day with breathtaking sunset views at the Hebbe Waterfalls. The falls are surrounded by lush green forests, making it an ideal spot for nature lovers.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Mullayanagiri Peak Trek (2-3 hours, Free)
  • Lunch at The Serai Resort (45 mins, INR 800)
  • Zipline & Waterfall Rappelling at Jhari Waterfalls (2 hours, INR 1300)
  • Coffee Tour at Coffee Museum (1 hour, INR 300)
  • Sunset views at Hebbe Waterfalls (1 hour, Free entry)

  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 2400

Useful Tips

If you have more time, include a visit to Baba Budangiri, the famous shrine for the Muslim saint Baba Budan. If you have less time, skip the Coffee Museum and head straight to Hebbe Waterfalls to enjoy sunset views.

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