Family Friendly Shoestring Budget Itinerary in Chikmagalur

Day 1: Mullayanagiri Peak

Chikmagalur, India

8:00AM

Breakfast at Hotel

Start your day with a hearty breakfast at your hotel to fuel up for the hike.
N/A (at your accommodation)
Included in hotel cost, 1 hour

9:30AM

Trekking at Mullayanagiri Peak

Embark on a scenic trek to the highest peak in Karnataka, Mullayanagiri. Enjoy panoramic views of the Western Ghats.
Drive 1 hour from Chikmagalur town to Mullayanagiri Peak.
Free (excluding guide fees if desired), 4-5 hours

2:00PM

Lunch at Local Eatery

Indulge in traditional South Indian cuisine at a local eatery near the base of the peak.
Descend from Mullayanagiri Peak to find nearby eateries.
INR 200 per person, 1 hour

3:00PM

Explore Baba Budangiri

Visit the revered Baba Budangiri shrine and take in the tranquil surroundings.
Drive 30 minutes from Mullayanagiri Peak to Baba Budangiri.
Free, 2 hours

5:00PM

Return to Hotel

Head back to your hotel in Chikmagalur town to relax and unwind after a day of adventure.
Drive 1 hour from Baba Budangiri to Chikmagalur town.
N/A, 1 hour
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Day 2: Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary

Chikmagalur, India

8:00AM

Breakfast at Hotel

Enjoy a delicious breakfast at your hotel to start your day.
N/A (at your accommodation)
Included in hotel cost, 1 hour

9:30AM

Safari at Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary

Embark on an exciting safari at Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary to spot diverse flora and fauna.
Drive 1.5 hours from Chikmagalur town to Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary.
INR 500 per person (safari fees), 3-4 hours

1:30PM

Lunch at Sanctuary Canteen

Have a simple lunch at the sanctuary canteen before continuing your wildlife adventures.
Within the sanctuary premises.
INR 300 per person, 1 hour

2:30PM

Nature Walk

Take a leisurely nature walk to explore the beauty of the sanctuary up close.
Guided walk within the sanctuary.
Free, 2 hours

4:30PM

Back to Hotel

Return to your hotel in Chikmagalur town and unwind after a day in the wilderness.
Drive 1.5 hours back to Chikmagalur town.
N/A, 1.5 hours
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Day 3: Coffee Museum and Baba Budangiri

Chikmagalur, India

8:00AM

Breakfast at Hotel

Fuel up with breakfast at your hotel before starting your day.
N/A (at your accommodation)
Included in hotel cost, 1 hour

9:30AM

Visit Coffee Museum

Explore the history and culture of coffee at the Coffee Museum in Chikmagalur.
Short drive or walk from your hotel to the museum.
INR 100 per person, 1-2 hours

11:30AM

Local Coffee Plantation Tour

Embark on a guided tour of a local coffee plantation to learn about the coffee-making process.
Drive or arrange transport to the nearby coffee plantation.
INR 300 per person, 2 hours

2:00PM

Lunch at Cafe

Enjoy a leisurely lunch at a cozy cafe in Chikmagalur town.
Within Chikmagalur town.
INR 250 per person, 1 hour

3:00PM

Explore Baba Budangiri

Spend the afternoon exploring the scenic beauty and religious significance of Baba Budangiri.
Drive 1 hour from Chikmagalur town to Baba Budangiri.
Free, 2 hours

5:00PM

Dinner at Local Restaurant

End your day with a delicious dinner at a local restaurant in Chikmagalur.
Return to Chikmagalur town for dinner.
INR 300 per person, 1 hour
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