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Nature Lover's 7-day Itinerary in Karnataka (August 2023)

  1. Day 1: Agumbe Rainforest Research Station
    2 hours 45 minutes (110 km) from Mangaluru International Airport

    Explore the rainforest and learn about the flora and fauna with a guided tour in the morning. Take a serene walk through the canopy and watch the sunset over the Western Ghats in the evening.

  2. Day 2: Dubare Elephant Camp, Coorg
    2 hours 45 minutes (102 km) from Agumbe Rainforest Research Station

    Feed, bathe and learn about the daily life of elephants at the Dubare Elephant Camp in the morning. Go river rafting in the afternoon and end the day with a cup of coffee at a local plantation.

  3. Day 3: Bandipur National Park
    3 hours 30 minutes (160 km) from Dubare Elephant Camp

    Embark on a jungle safari to spot tigers, leopards, elephants, sloth bears and more in their natural habitat. Take a nature walk in the afternoon and spot colorful birds.

  4. Day 4: Jog Falls
    5 hours (220 km) from Bandipur National Park

    Marvel at the beauty and power of India's second-highest waterfall in the morning. Enjoy a peaceful picnic by the Sharavathi River in the afternoon and end the day with a sunset boat ride.

  5. Day 5: Gokarna Beaches
    5 hours 30 minutes (250 km) from Jog Falls

    Soak up the sun and the sea at the pristine beaches of Gokarna in the morning. Explore the ancient temples and caves in the afternoon and witness the mesmerizing sunset over Om Beach in the evening.

  6. Day 6: Hampi Ruins
    5 hours 30 minutes (290 km) from Gokarna Beaches

    Step back in time and explore the ancient ruins of the Vijayanagar Empire in the morning. Admire the intricate architecture of the temples, palaces and monuments. Take a coracle ride in the Tungabhadra River in the afternoon and watch the sunset at Matanga Hill.

  7. Day 7: Coorg Coffee Plantations
    7 hours (350 km) from Hampi Ruins

    Roam around the lush green coffee plantations and learn about the coffee-making process in the morning. Enjoy a peaceful walk through the hills and valleys in the afternoon and end the trip with a stunning view of the sunset over the Western Ghats.

Recommendations:

Don't miss the opportunity to visit the Nagarhole National Park and the Mysore Palace if you have extra time. You can also take a side trip to the hill stations of Coonoor and Ooty for a cooler climate and scenic views. Make sure to try the local cuisine, such as the Bisi Bele Bath and the Mysore Pak.

Time and Costs Estimates:

  • Agumbe Rainforest Research Station (4 hours, INR 8000)
  • Dubare Elephant Camp (5 hours, INR 5000)
  • Bandipur National Park (6 hours, INR 7000)
  • Jog Falls (7 hours, INR 6000)
  • Gokarna Beaches (8 hours, INR 4000)
  • Hampi Ruins (9 hours, INR 4500)
  • Coorg Coffee Plantations (10 hours, INR 4000)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 38500
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