Sakleshpur And Chikmagalur Trip| Muddie Trails

Hello Backpackers!

Sakleshpur Which Is Almost A Well-Kept Secret Of Karnataka Is Actually The Nearest Hill Station From Bangalore. In This Trip, We Will Explore Deeper Parts Of This Hill Station Tucked Away In Its Coffee Estates And Spice Gardens.

The Coffee Land Of Karnataka, Chikmagalur Located At A Distance Of 250 Km From Bangalore Is Famous For Its Elegant Hills And Enchanting Views, Along With Its Aromatic Coffee. Apart From Being Scenic, Chikmagalur Is Also A Paradise For The Trekking Lovers Who Love To Explore High Mountains Surrounded By Rainforests.

Highlights Of The Sakleshpur – Chikmagalur Trip:

• Hike Beautiful 3 Tired Pandavas Mountain

• Dip Under Habbi Waterfalls

• Star-Shaped Manjarabad Fort Visit,

• Off-Road Jeep Ride To Devils Hill

• Highest Peak Of Karnataka – Mullayannagiri

• Hirekolale Lake

• Buttermilk Waterfalls Dip

• Princess Statue Of Chikmagalur

• Yagachi Backwaters

• Rangana Betta Hike

• Coffee Estate Stay Experience

• Campfire With A Social Gathering In The Night

Itinerary:

Day 0 (Night Journey To Sakleshpur  )

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

Day 1 (Sakleshpur - Star Shaped Fort, Pandavas Hill, Waterfalls Dip)

• Check Into The The Coffee Estate Homestay, Freshen Up & Have Breakfast.

• Head To The Base Of Pandavara Gudda Mountain, Get Set For The Trek. Enjoy The Panoramic Views Of Misty Valleys And Deeper Mountains Of Sakleshpur. There Are Plenty Of Boulders At The Top To Sit And Relax.

• Walk Through The Coffee Estates To Reach Habbi Waterfalls, Play In The Water, Walk Back To The Homestay & Change.

• Break For The Lunch.

• Head To The Beautiful Star-Shaped Manjarabad Fort, Climb Up To The Edges, Explore The Place, Take A Lot Of Pictures Here.

• Campfire (We Even Have A Covered Area To Avoid The Rain) With Delicious Dinner.

• Music And Social Gathering In The Night. Rest In Your Assigned Tents Or In The Rooms.

 Day 2 (Offroad Jeep Ride, Chikmagalur - Yagachi, Hirekolale, Princess Statue) 

• Wake Up Call Early Morning 5 AM, Off-Road Jeep Ride To The Base Of Devil’s Hill, Hike Up The Hill To Witness Amazing Sunrise With A Valley Filled With Mist And Moving Clouds.

• Freshen Up, Have Breakfast, Pack Your Bags, And Check Out Of The Estate Homestay.

• A Short Journey Of 2 Hours To The Sister Hill Station Chikmagalur

• Take A Pit Stop At Yagachi Backwaters That Offers Many Exciting Water Sports. Indulge In Activities Such As Banana Ride, Bumper Ride, Speed Boat Etc. With Life Jackets And Take A Dip In The Fresh Waters Of Yagachi. The Water Sports Are Available Most Part Of The Year. Sometimes During Heavy Rains They Are Stopped By Local Authorities.

• Break For Lunch At A Local Restaurant.

• Give A Visit To Beautiful Hirekolale Lake Which Is Located At A Breathtaking Location In The Middle Of Lush Green Coffee Estates.

• Check Into The Estate Homestay Of Chikmagalur And Refresh.

• (Optional) Evening Hike To Beautiful Offbeat Hill Called Ranganabetta.

• Campfire With Delicious Dinner And Social Gathering At Night With Long Conversations.

• We Can Play Our Music, Sing, Dance And What Not!

• Rest In Your Assigned Rooms.

Day 3 (Chikmanglur Circuit - Highest Peak, Waterfalls, Lake)

• Pack Your Bags, Say Bye To Our Estate, Take A Final Round Of Pictures At The Stay.

• Head To The Base Of Highest Peak Of Karnataka – Mullayanagiri, Switch To One Of The Local Vehicles Waiting To Ferry People From Parking To The Top Of The Hill. One Can Encounter Many Hairpin Bends On This Narrow And Curvy Road.

• There Are 100 Odd Stairs To Climb To Reach The Summit. After Soaking In The Sun And Witnessing Amazing Views Take The Jeep Ride Back To The Base.

• Head To Buttermilk Waterfalls (Also Called Jhari Waterfalls), Take A Rejuvenating Dip Under Chilling Water. In Order To Reach Falls From Parking Area, One Can Hike Down Or Take Local Vehicle Like Jeep Or Bike At Jhari Falls, If Available At That Time.

• Have Lunch At A Local Restaurant (Note That Food Options Here Are Very Limited And Basic).

• Visit Chikka Magalu (King’s ”Younger Daughter”) Statue From Which The Name Of The Town Derives. One Can Taste And Shop For Chikmagalur Coffee Over Here.

• Continue Journey Towards To Bengaluru And Reach By Night Around 9 PM.

• Share Your Experience Of A Laid Back Long Weekend Trip To Sakleshpur & Chikmagalur With Your Friends And Colleagues.

Basic Details:

• 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).

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

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

Stay:

• Homestay – Rooms On Sharing Basis.
• Stays Are Amidst Lush Green Coffee Estates Of Sakleshpur And Chikmagalur.

Food:

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

• Lunches Are Self Sponsored.

• Please Check Inclusions, Exclusions Of Long Weekend Sakleshpur Chikmagalur Trip Package Below For Complete List Of Things Included In Your Trip Cost.

Long Weekend Sakleshpur Chikmagalur Package Inclusions:

• Travel (Push Back Tempo Or Minibus)

• 2 Nights Stay (Coffee Estate Homestays)

• Food: 3 Breakfasts (Veg), 2 Dinners (Veg & Nonveg)

• Jeep Ride To Devil’s Hill Sakleshpur

• Special Vehicle For Mullayanagiri Chikmagalur

• All Entry Tickets

• Visit All Places Mentioned In The Highlights Section

• Bonfire With Social Gathering

• Trip Leader(S)

• A Lot Of Entertainment.

Long Weekend Sakleshpur Chikmagalur Package Exclusions:

• Lunches

• Charges For Boating, Jhari Jeep/Bike Ride Or Any Special Activity

• Snacks, Drinks, Mineral Water, Starters Or Any Other Eatables Ordered At Stay Or Outside.

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