Start your day early with a visit to the stunning Abbey Falls by 8:00 AM to avoid crowds. You can hear the sound of the waterfall from a distance and the view is breathtaking. After enjoying the falls, head to Madikeri town for breakfast and visit Raja's Seat, a beautiful garden with a panoramic view of the hills. Spend your afternoon at Coorg Wildlife Society, where you can see and feed elephants, learn about their daily routine, and take a ride on their back. In the evening, explore the Omkareshwara Temple, which has a unique blend of Islamic and Gothic architecture.
Start your day with a visit to Dubare Elephant Camp, where you can watch elephants being bathed and fed. You can also take an elephant ride, go for nature walks and indulge in bird watching. After that, proceed to Namdroling Monastery, the largest teaching center of the Nyingma lineage of Tibetan Buddhism in the world. You can explore the prayer halls, shops and cafes in the monastery. Next, visit the Talakaveri Temple, which is the origin of the river Kaveri and has great religious importance. You can end your day with a visit to the beautiful Nisargadhama Island, surrounded by the Cauvery river and lush green forests.
If you have more time, you can consider visiting Chiklihole Dam, Brahmagiri Peak, and Chelavara Falls. You can also plan a side trip to the nearby Tadiandamol Peak or the Nagarhole National Park. For adventure enthusiasts, there are options for trekking, river rafting and zip-lining in Coorg. To maximize your fun, try local cuisines like Pandi Curry, Bamboo Shoot Curry and Kadumbuttu. Do not forget to try locally grown coffee and buy some for your family and friends as a souvenir.
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