Coorg Trip with Mandalpatti Jeep Trails | Muddie Trails

Hello Bengaluru!

Muddie Trails Presents A Mouth-Watering Experience On The Western Ghats. Coorg Is A Hill Station Located In Karnataka Famous For Its Coffee And Tea Plantations. It’s Called ‘the Scotland Of India‘ Thanks To Its Majestic Beauty And Cool Climate. The Valleys Of Coorg Are Filled With Tropical Forests With A Good Amount Of Wildlife.

First Day, We Will Explore The Most Happening Town Of Coorg Madikeri – With Beautiful Viewpoints, Historic Fort, Pristine Waterfalls And A Beautiful Sunset Point Build By Maharajas Of Coorg. Interested Folks Can Also Do Coffee Shopping. Coorg Is Also Famous For Its Spice Plantations Along With Coffee And Tea Estates.

We Will Chill In The Intermittent Rains, Cold Winds, Warm Ourselves Close By The Bonfire, And Taste Amazing Coorgie Style Food. And Of Course, Sip That Coorg Coffee Umpteen Number Of Times.

Next Day, Early In The Morning We Will Head To Mandalpatti Which Is Famous For Bumpy Jeep Trails To Witness Stunning Scenes Of High Western Ghats. We Will Then Visit Kushalnagar Town Of Coorg That Is Home To Elephant Camp Across The River Cauvery, Take A Dip In The River And Visit Tibetan Monastery Golden Temple, If Open.

Coorg Is Beautiful And Peaceful. It’s A Destination That Cannot Be Missed. Are You Up For It?

Highlights Of The Coorg Trip:

• Experience The Scotland Of India – Coorg

• Mandalpatti Jeep Trails

• Abbey Waterfalls

• Madikeri Fort, Raja’s Seat

• Elephant Camp

• Cauvery River Dip (Raft Boating)

• Pleasant Climate

• Coffee Estate Homestay

• Bonfire With Music

• Delicious Food, Group Activities 

Itinerary:

Day 0 (Night Journey To Coorg - Madikeri)

• Start From Bengaluru In The Night, A Journey Of 6 Hours To Coorg Homestay

 Day 1 (Madikeri - Abbey Falls, Mandalpatti Jeep Ride, Shopping)

• Reach Coorg Homestay In The Heart Of A Coffee Estate By Late Evening, Freshen Up.

• Go On A Bumpy Jeep Ride To One Of The Most Prettiest Place In Coorg – Mandalpatti. It Takes About An Hour Journey By 4×4 Jeep.

• Spend About An Hour Enjoying The Captivating Views At The Top, Return Journey By Jeep.

• Have Lunch At A Local Restaurant.

• Visit Mesmerizing Abbey Waterfalls That Gushes Down From A Height Of 70 Feet To Form A Pool Below That Later Joins The Cauvery River. Travelers Would Need To Cross A Picturesque Hanging Bridge To Reach Waterfalls.

• After Spending Good Amount Of Time At Falls, Head Back To The Town And Explore Historical Madikeri Fort.

• Enjoy The Most Famous Sunset Of Coorg At The Raja’s Seat, A Tourist Attraction That Offers Panoramic Views Of The Valley. During Monsoons, The Valley Is Usually Filled With Mist And Clouds.

•  Madikeri Town Which Is Famous For Spices, Coffee, Tea And Honey. Take Half An Hour To Shop At Madikeri Market.

• Return To The Homestay, Refresh.

• Have Hot Dinner (Veg And Non Veg).

• Bonfire With Music And Group Activities.

• Get A Good Sleep On The Comfortable Beds Of The Coffee Estate Stay. 

 Day 2 (Golden Temple, Elephant Camp, Raja's Seat, Return Journey)

• Wake Up To The Chirping Birds, Cold Breeze And Misty Setting Of Serene Surroundings.

• Take Those Selfies And Groupfies At Our Lovely Campsite In The Fresh Morning Light (There Are Many Photogenic Places In And Around Campsite).

• Freshen Up & Check Out Of The Camp.

• Have Breakfast At A Local Hotel Near Dandeli Town.

• Go On A 2 Hour Journey To Picturesque Sathodi Waterfalls. The Road Is Totally Broken For A Few Kilometers But After Visiting Sathodi One Would Feel It’s All Worth The Pain.

• Sathodi Waterfalls Is Located Amidst Thick Tropical Forest With Lush Green Surroundings. Generally Travelers Can Get In The Water Except For A Few Monsoon Months. Be Extra Careful As The Boulders Can Be Slippery.

• Visit A Beautiful Hanging Bridge On The River Kali, Click Some Pictures.

• Break For A Late Lunch Close To Yellapur Town.

• Start Back To Bangalore Late In The Evening

• Dinner On The Way At A Dhaba. 

 Day 3 (Back Home)

• Freshen Up And Sip Estate Brewed Coffee In The Misty Morning Weather Of Coorg.

• Have A Nice Breakfast, Freshen Up, Pack Your Bags, Check Out Of The Stay.

• Head To Kushal Nagar Dubare Elephant Camp And Cross Cauvery River On A Boat To Meet And Green Tuskers (Elephants) Rejuvenating At A Camp Close To Their Habitat. Here One Can Serve Them Fruits, Even Bath Them With River Water, If Allowed At That Time.

• Interested Folks Can Go For Raft-Boating At Dubare Camp On Kaveri River And Even Take A Dip In The Fresh Flowing Water.

• (Time Permits : Extra Place) Take A Pit Stop At A Beautiful Hidden Lake Named Chiklihole Reservoir And Revel At The Serenity Of Water, Go Around For A Nature Walk And Explore The Scenic Beauty Of The Place.

• Finish Quick Lunch At A Local Restaurant.

• Visit Colorful Tibetan Golden Temple Which Is Called As Namdroling Monastery.

• Start Journey Back To Bangalore By Late Afternoon To Reach Back Home By Dinner Time. 

About Trip:

• This Trip Involves Basic Facilities In Terms Of Food, Travel, And Stay Without Any Luxury, Whatsoever.

• This Is A Group Trip With Shared Model. It May Not Suit Everyone – Especially For Those Expecting Privacy And Comfort. It Best Suits For People Who Wish To Socialize.

• Please Do Not Book This Trip If You Are Not Okay With Above Points.

Travel:

• Tempo Traveler Or Mini Bus (With Push Back Seats).

• Note: This Trip Involves Overnight Journey On A Push Back Seater (Not Sleeper Or Semi-Sleeper).

• We Request You To Book This Trip Only If You Can Handle Slight Discomfort (Especially The Last Row Of The Vehicle).

Stay:

• Homestay – Rooms On Sharing Basis.

• The Private Property Is Amidst Lush Green Coffee Estates Away From Madikeri Town.

Food:

• 2 Breakfasts, 1 Dinner (Veg/Nonveg) Are Included.

• Lunches Are Self Sponsored.

• Please Check Inclusions, Exclusions Of Coorg Trip Package Below For Complete List Of Things Included In Your Trip Cost.

Coorg Package Inclusions:

• Travel (Push Back Tempo Or Minibus)

• Stay (Coffee Estate Homestay)

• Food: 2 Breakfasts (Veg), 1 Dinner (Veg & Nonveg)

• Jeep Ride To Mandalpatti

• All Entry Tickets

• Visit All Places Mentioned In The Highlights Section

• Bonfire With Social Gathering

• Trip Leader(S)

• A Lot Of Entertainment.

Coorg Package Exclusions:

• Lunches

• Charges For Boating Or Any Special Activity

• Any Misc. Expenses Not Mentioned In The Inclusions Above.