Scotland of India *COORG*

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Coorg / Madikeri

Coorg is one of the affluent hill station in Karnataka. It is famous for the lush green forests, beautiful
species, rich flora and fauna, countless streams, steepy hills and it's coffee plantations. It is also called
as the tourist's paradise, cradled by the western ghats. It's beauty and serenity is unparalleled to any
other place. Some of the must visit tourist attractions of Coorg include Abbey Waterfalls, Raja seat,
Mandalpatti, Dubare Elephant camp, Tibetan monastery and other scenic sights.
Abbey Waterfalls is a destination of tranquility, peace and beauty. This falls is around 8 km away from
Madikeri, 122 km from Mysore, 144 km from Mangalore anad 268 km from Bangalore. The best time to
visit thesefalls is from July to October, as during this time the adrenaline rush of the water is high. Abbey
Falls has a wider fall area. There is a 15 min walk through well constructed steps, surrounded by coffee
plantations which is a divine scenary. The place is good to click pictures as there is a walkway bridge,
which adds a special attraction.

Raja's Seat

Raja's seat, the seat of the Kings, located in the town of Madikeri. This place has a breathtaking scenary
with lush greenery. This place is well known for it's beautiful eye-catching sunset and sunrise views. This
place has calm environment and the gold rays of the sun, gives a refreshing experience. The place is
called as Raja's seat because it was the place where Coorg's kings used to visit and enjoy the view of
beautiful scenic beauty around. One of the best place to click pictures.
Mandalpatti peak is loacted at a distance of 25-30 km from Madikeri town. One of the popular tourist
spot, with lush green surroundings. This is at a height of 1600 m. This fantastic trail is located en route to
Abbey Falls. This place is also called as mini Scotland of Karnataka. Here, you can also experience the
offroading jeep experience. Absolutely mesmerizing place to visit. You can also enjoy the scenic view of
sunset here and relax for a while.

Dubare Elephant Camp

Dubare Elephant Camp is must-experience for the elephant lover in you. By visiting this place you can
know more about these creatures, which are well trained forv the famous Mysore Dasara. This camp is
located in the Coorg district enjoys the beautiful weather conditions. This camp is open throughout the
year, but the postmonsoons months are ideal months to visit. This place attracts hordesand tourists from
everywhere asthere are plenty of elephants. Elephant ride is the most popular activity done here.

Namdroling Monastery Golden temple

Namdroling Monastery Golden temple is a Tibetan colony in Coorg is an ideal escape from the hustle
and bustle of city life, where you can enjoy the place by forgetting all difficulties. This enclosed calm and
spiritual ambiance of the place, gives you peace and refreshment. It is loacted at a distance of 34 km
from Madikeri. THe Golden Temple complex is huge and it houses 40 feet high. The temple tower is
highly ornate. This monastery not only attracts large number of young Tibetans seeking enlightment and
education, but also draws large number of tourists from all over India and abroad.

Hyderabad to Mysore by Train (Day 0)

Board the train at Kachiguda (7:00 PM
Reach the station on time. While you pack your packs, also pack some energy and excitement for a good trip. Your guide will meet you at the station/ at your designated seats.
(NOTE: Carry your water bottles, snacks and your essentials carefully)

Day 1:

Depart from Mysore & head towards Coorg. The distance between Mysore and Coorg is around 120 km and it takes approximately 3 hours to reach.

On the way to Coorg, visit the Namdroling Monastery, which is located in Bylakuppe. It's the largest Tibetan settlement in India and has beautiful gold-plated statues of Lord Buddha.
Dubare Elephant Camp: Next, visit the Dubare Elephant Camp, which is located on the banks of the river Cauvery. You can take an elephant ride and learn about the elephants and their lifestyle.
Nisargadhama: After Dubare, visit the Nisargadhama, which is a beautiful island located in the middle of the river Cauvery. You can enjoy activities like boating, zip-lining, and elephant rides.
Check-in: Check-in to your hotel in Coorg and spend the evening exploring the nearby areas and local cuisine.

Day 2 :

Madalpatti Sunrise: Start your day early and head towards Madalpatti. It's a beautiful viewpoint located at an altitude of 6,217 feet above sea level. You can witness the beautiful sunrise and enjoy the stunning panoramic views of the surrounding hills.After enjoying the sunrise at Madalpatti, head towards Abbey Falls, which is around 20 km away. It's a picturesque waterfall surrounded by lush greenery, and you can take a short trek to reach the waterfall.

Lunch: Have lunch at a nearby restaurant and try out some local Coorg cuisine.

Raja's Seat: In the evening, head to Raja's Seat, which is a popular viewpoint in Coorg. You can enjoy a beautiful sunset view here.
Explore Madikeri: After visiting Raja's Seat, you can explore the town of Madikeri and visit some of the local shops to buy souvenirs.

Clothing & Footwear

Walking/Sports/Trekking shoe.
30-40 L backpack (Do not carry suitcases or trolleys)
Sleeping bag (You can replace it with a thin blanket or bed-sheet if you don't want to invest in a sleeping bag)
3 pairs of quick-dry clothing. (Please wear one pair on Friday night before coming to the railway station. You'll not get an opportunity to change during our travel.)
3 pairs of socks
Raincoat, rain cover for your bag, zip-lock pouches for mobiles

Food & Beverage

Min 2 liters of water each (Please bring reusable water bottles so that together we can discourage the use of plastic on the trails)
Snacks (Carry plenty of dry snacks, energy bars, candies & ORS to munch on during the trek)

Miscellaneous:

Camera
Power bank
Govt. Issued ID proof
Headtorch / Hand-held torch (Avoid mobile flashlights.)
Medicines (If you have any health issues. Please ensure that you inform our trek leaders beforehand.)
Sanitation kit (Carrying Odomos would come in handy)

✅ Hyderabad to Hyderabad (Train/Bus)
✅ Tempo Traveller for three days (Local sightseeing)
✅ Homestay or Camping (sharing basis)
✅ First aid
✅ Certified Trek Leaders
✅ One Dinner
✅ Campfire

Meals not mentioned in inclusions
Mules or porter to carry personal luggage
Personal expenses
Mandalpatti Jeep ride
Cost incidental to changes in the itinerary due to environmental factors which are beyond our control
Anything Not Mentioned in Inclusions
GST