Relax in the Scenic Beauty of Coorg and Chikmagalur in June 2023

  1. Day 1: Coorg
    3 hours 45 minutes (136.2 km) from Bangalore

    Start your day at Namdroling Monastery, home to more than 5,000 monks and nuns, with an atmosphere of peace and spirituality. Next, head to Cauvery Nisargadhama, a picturesque island formed by the River Cauvery, known for its natural beauty and boating facilities. End your day at Talakaveri, the source of the Cauvery river, surrounded by hills and a beautiful temple atop. Enjoy the sunset and the cool breeze.

  2. Day 2: Coorg
    1 hour 30 minutes (47 km) from Talakaveri

    Start your day with a visit to the breathtaking Abbey Falls, where the coffee plantations and the hills surround the cascading waterfall. Then, head to the Madikeri Fort, built-in 17th-century in the center of Madikeri town with a museum display. Take a walk around Raja's Seat, a famous viewpoint encircled by gardens, and hills that stood witness to the sunset from the King's throne in the bygone era.

  3. Day 3: Chikmagalur
    4 hours (160 km) from Madikeri

    Start with the journey to Kudremukh National Park, a tropical forest with scenic hikes, waterfalls and a breathtaking natural setting. Next, visit Hebbe Falls, an incredible waterfall with two cascades surrounded by forests. End your day at Baba Budangiri, a scenic mountain peak covered with mist, that offers breathtaking views of Chikmagalur, and the birthplace of coffee cultivation in India. Visit the famous Manikyadhara Falls located enroute Baba Budangiri, which is said to possess medicinal properties in its water.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Namdroling Monastery (1 hour, free)
  • Cauvery Nisargadhama (2 hours, INR 20)
  • Talakaveri (2 hours, INR 5)
  • Abbey Falls (2 hours, INR 15)
  • Madikeri Fort (1 hour, INR 5)
  • Raja's Seat (1 hour, INR 5)
  • Kudremukh National Park (4 hours, INR 200)
  • Hebbe Falls (2 hours, INR 50)
  • Baba Budangiri (3 hours, free)
  • Manikyadhara Falls (1 hour, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs (INR): INR 300 per person

Useful Tips

If you have extra time, consider visiting the Nagarhole National Park or Dubare Elephant Camp in Coorg. In Chikmagalur, do not miss the Mullayanagiri Peak, which is the highest peak in Karnataka, or take a plantation tour, visit the Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary, and enjoy the coffee and spices production in the region. If you have less time, then delete visiting the Manikyadhara Falls and Dubare Elephant Camp.

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