4-Day Adventure Itinerary in Coorg and Mysore

  1. Day 1: Abbey Falls
    1 hour 30 minutes (22.5 km) from Mysore

    Start the adventure by visiting Abbey Falls, surrounded by aromatic coffee plantations. Experience the beauty of Coorg's nature as you hike from the parking area through the lush greenery of the Western Ghats. Once you reach the falls, hear the deafening roar and see the cascading waterfalls that drop 70-feet into pools. Take a refreshing dip or capture memorable photos of the falls. Afterward, drive to the hotel at Coorg for a comfortable night stay.

  2. Day 2: Dubare Elephant Camp
    1 hour 20 minutes (40.9 km) from Coorg

    Get up early to start your day interacting with elephants at the Dubare Elephant Camp. Watch the mammoth animals perform various tasks, including bathing in the river and their daily routine activities. Afterward, opt for a 30-minute elephant ride through the forest trails and along the river. Drive to Mysore for the night stay at a hotel.

  3. Day 3: Chamundi Hills and Mysore Palace
    25 minutes (12.9 km) from previous activity

    Begin your day visiting the Chamundi Hills. Climb up the 1,000-step stairway to reach the ancient Chamundeshwari Temple. From the hilltop, relish the stunning views of the region and see the 40-feet tall Nandi statue. Next, visit the extravagant Mysore Palace, renowned for its magnificent architecture. Inside, be awe-struck by the intricate artwork, stained glass ceilings, royal portraits, and weaponry. Enjoy the evening at the vibrant Devaraja Market, a perfect spot for souvenir shopping and food tasting.

  4. Day 4: Nagarhole Wildlife Safari
    1 hour 30 minutes (84.9 km) from Mysore

    Concluding your adventure in the Nagarhole National Park, embark on the wildlife safari, home to tigers, elephants, dholes, and other exotic animals. Take an early morning jeep tour and spot the majestic creatures from a safe distance. Stop for a picnic breakfast surrounded by nature's beauty. Get back to Mysore and depart.

Time & Costs Estimates

  • Abbey Falls (2 hours, INR 100 per person)
  • Dubare Elephant Camp (3 hours, INR 1,500 per person)
  • Chamundi Hills and Mysore Palace (4 hours, INR 500 per person)
  • Nagarhole Safari (4 hours, INR 1,000 per person)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 3,100 per person.

Useful tips

If you have more time in Coorg, adventure seekers can indulge in thrilling activities such as zip-lining, white water rafting, and trekking at Nishani Hills. Visit the Golden Temple at Namdroling Monastery and learn the Tibetan culture. In Mysore, add a visit to the Brindavan Gardens and attend the musical fountain show. If you have less time, remove the Chamundi Hills from the itinerary.

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