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3-Day Shoestring Budget Itinerary for Coorg in June 2023

  1. Day 1: Abbey Falls
    20 minutes (5 miles) from Madikeri

    In the morning, visit the stunning Abbey Falls, surrounded by lush greenery and a perfect spot for nature lovers. Take a short walk to reach the falls and enjoy the sound of water and take some beautiful pictures. In the afternoon, visit the Namdroling Monastery, the largest teaching center of Nyingmapa (a lineage of Tibetan Buddhism) in the world. Evening can be spent exploring the Raja's Seat, a beautiful garden with a stunning view of the sunset.

  2. Day 2: Dubare Elephant Camp
    1 hour 20 minutes (30 miles) from Madikeri

    Start the day by visiting the Dubare Elephant Camp, where you can learn about Asian elephants and their daily routine. You can also feed, bathe, and ride the elephants at an additional cost. In the afternoon, visit the Golden Temple, a beautiful Buddhist monastery with magnificent architecture. The evening can be spent exploring the Talacauvery and Bhagamandala temples, which are historic and pilgrim sites.

  3. Day 3: Coorg Coffee Plantations
    40 minutes (15 miles) from Madikeri

    Start the day by experiencing the taste of Coorg by visiting a coffee plantation and learning about the coffee-making process. You can also enjoy the scenic beauty of the plantation and take a guided tour. In the afternoon, visit the Madikeri Fort, a historical fort with an interesting story behind it. The evening can be spent wandering around the local markets and trying out some traditional Coorg cuisine.

Recommendations

You can also consider visiting the Nisargadhama Island, a beautiful island with a river running through it, or the Iruppu Falls, a mesmerising waterfall, and perfect for a day trip. You can also try some adventure activities like trekking, camping, and river rafting at an additional cost.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Abbey Falls (2 hours, free)
  • Namdroling Monastery (2 hours, free)
  • Raja's Seat (1 hour, INR 5)
  • Dubare Elephant Camp (3 hours, INR 1,000)
  • Golden Temple (2 hours, free)
  • Talacauvery and Bhagamandala temples (2 hours, free)
  • Coorg Coffee Plantations (2-3 hours, INR 500)
  • Madikeri Fort (1 hour, INR 25)
  • Local Markets and Traditional Coorg cuisine (2 hours, INR 500)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 2,030
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