Start your morning with a visit to the stunning Abbey Falls. The gushing waterfall surrounded by lush greenery is a sight to behold. In the afternoon, visit the Omkareshwara Temple, a beautiful 19th-century temple built in a mixture of Hindu and Islamic styles. Take a stroll through the Madikeri Fort in the evening, and grab some local coffee and snacks in the nearby market.
Get up early to visit the Dubare Elephant Camp, a unique experience where you can interact with elephants in a natural environment. In the afternoon, explore the Namdroling Monastery, the largest teaching center of the Nyingma lineage of Tibetan Buddhism outside of Tibet. End your day with a romantic dinner in one of the many cozy restaurants in Madikeri.
Coorg has plenty of activities for adventure enthusiasts such as trekking, camping, and river rafting. You can also visit the Nagarhole National Park for a wildlife safari or go on a plantation tour to learn about the coffee making process. For a side trip, visit the nearby town of Kushalnagar to see the Cauvery Nisargadhama, an island formed by the river Cauvery, and the Harangi Dam. Make sure to try some delicious Coorgi cuisine, including Pandi curry, Akki roti, and Bamboo shoot curry.
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