Coorg Tour

Snuggled cozily in the hills of southern Karnataka, Coorg region, officially known as Kodagu, is gifted with verdant landscapes, dense forests, and acres of coffee & spice plantations. This rural stretch is home to the Kodava people, a warrior community, known for giving some of the best generals in the Indian army. The region, blessed with a cool climate, picturesque panorama, and an uneven terrain carpeted with lush plantations, is a perfect place to rewind in the hills.

Major Attractions of Coor

Madikeri Fort
Originally built in mud and later fortified by Tipu Sultan, the ramparts of this 17th-century fort offer great views of Madikeri town. It’s intriguing, maze-like passages and spectacular sunset views are the talk of the town!
Abbey Falls
Located near coffee and spice plantations, this beautiful waterfall is a favorite selfie-spot for honeymooners visiting Coorg.?

Raja’s Seat
This captivating garden spot, overlooking the carpeted hills and plunging valleys of Coorg, is believed to be a favorite vantage point of the Kodagu royalty in the bygone era. Well-developed with manicured gardens and musical fountains, Raja’s Seat offers incredible panoramic views, all the way to Kerala.

Namdroling Monastery
A short drive away from Coorg and set amidst sandal groves, this Tibetan Monastery complex, housing over 5000 monks & nuns, is one of the largest Tibetan settlements in India. The highlight of the complex is the magnificent Golden Temple, blessed by majestic statues of Buddha, and decorated with beautiful murals and Thangkas.

Nagarhole National Park
Nagarhole, meaning Cobra River, is named after River Manas that meanders through the park. A part of the Project Tiger, this dense jungle is home to tigers, leopard, elephants, sloth bear, antelope, barking deer, and hundreds of beautiful birds.??

Coffee and Pepper Plantations
No trip to Coorg is completed till you visit its coffee plantations painted in many shades of green. Pepper grows along with coffee here with its vines clinging to the thick bark of trees offering shade to the coffee plants. Stay in home-stays & resorts in the plantations, sample fresh coffee, and learn the fascinating process of coffee-making.?

Other Attractions of Coorg

• Nalakunad Palace- Relics of an 18th-century hunting lodge of Kodagu rulers
• ?Raja’s Tomb- The final resting place of Kodava royalty and dignitaries
• ?Dubare Elephant Camp- Elephant Training Camp

Adventure in Coorg
Coorg’s dense jungles, rushing rivers, and hilly topography offers various opportunities for camping, river-rafting, jeep safari, hiking & trekking, zip-lining, and quad-biking.

Fairs & Festivals in Coorg

• Keil Podhu- Weapon Worshipping Festival of the Kodava people of Coorg
• Kaveri Sankramana- Dedicated to worship of River Cauvery
• Madikeri Dasara- A grand Dussehra celebration

Shopping in Coorg
Cardamom, coffee, and pepper are the bestsellers in Coorg. You may also take home a Kokkethathi necklace, a traditional Kodava jewelry, as a memory of the people of Coorg.

Food in Coorg
The cuisine and hospitality of Coorg are quite legendary. Rice, coconut and meat are a part of the staple diet. Creamy rice dumplings, Koil chicken curry, bamboo shoots curry, Kommu mushroom curry, and Pandi Pork curry are some of the delicacies of Coorg.

Best Time to Visit
Coorg is a wonderful year-round destination. However, it is beautiful from October to April, when the monsoons are over, the weather is at its best, and the white coffee blossoms are in full bloom, especially in February.

How to Reach
By Air: Mangalore International Airport, about 160kms away, connects Coorg with major Indian cities and select international cities.
By Rail: Mysore Railway Station, around115kms away from Madikeri, connects Coorg with the major cities in the country.
By Road: A well-maintained network of roads and highways connect Coorg with the major cities in the region.
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