Beautifully snuggling in the arms of jade mountains and magnificent valleys of Karnataka in South India, Coorg is among the must visit destinations where you can spend a perfect leisure time with your family and loved ones. A beautiful landscape covered with widely spread coffee plantations and misty lush green forest, Coorg is the perfect destination for all sort of traveler - nature lover, adventure enthusiast etc. Coorg secures the top position among all the tourists’ destinations that has popularised Karnataka Tourism.
Brahmagiri Peak - Brahmagiri Peak is heaven for all those who enjoy trekking. The journey to the peak treats you with vistas of amazing grasslands, mutli coloured floras and soothing streams. It also houses a wildlife sanctuary where animals like Lion-tailed Macaque, Jungle Cat, Spotted Deer, Nilgiri Langur, etc. reside.
Dubare Elephant Camp – Dubare Elephant Camp of Coorg offers soothing view of giant elephants playing and taking bath. With over 150 elephants, the camp is a great place to spend some time close to elephants, feed them and see them playing happily.
Iruppu Falls – Made out of river Lakshmana Tirtha, the Iruppu Falls surrounded by green mountains make for a perfect view. Close your eyes and feel the gushing sound of the falls which is a soul soothing experience.
Namdroling Monastery - A visit to the Namdroling Monastery of Nyingma sect tells you a lot about the Tibetan cultures. With multicoloured fluttering flags, calming ambience, interesting structures and numerous Tibetan food outlets, the place lures travellers from far and wide.
How to reach
By Air: The nearest domestic airport is the Mangalore International Airport, about 160 kilometres away.
By Rail: The nearest railway station is in Mysore, which is about 95 kilometres away.
By Road: The drive to Coorg bestows seamless pleasure. Road are in good condition here and thus, self drive option is the best from Bengaluru.