Activities

Taking a tour of the resplendent coffee plantations is one of the most essential things to do in Chikmagalur. Aside from reveling in the fresh aromatic smell of coffee beans and relaxing amidst the verdant green plantations, the estates owners arrange frequent tours where you can learn about the history of coffee. Walk with Nature, surrounded by Nature. The coffee plantation view will soothe your eyes and refresh your mind. Walking around you are sure to find your energy back – the amazing gift from Nature. Get going!

Birds are the heartbeat of Nature. Come and check out the amazing varieties of these tiny beauties flying around the neighbourhood whistling and singing out to you. Some of the beautiful birds seen around the place included: the Scarlet Minivet, Flamebacks, Woodpeckers, Bee-Eaters, Egrets, Bitterns, Greater Racket-tailed Drongos, Sunbirds (Purple and Olive-backed sunbirds), the Golden Oriole. Barbets, the Rufous Tree Pie. Black Woodpeckers, the Fire Breasted Flowerpecker, the White Rumped Munia, Ashy Wood Swallows, the Chestnut Headed Bee Eater, the Crested Hawk Eagle, Spotted Doves and many more. Treat your ears that is so used to the noise from the hustling and irritating traffic to some melodious chirpings.

The exquisiteness of Nature is best seen at night and no better way to enjoy it than through the campfire. The experience of sitting around with your loved ones in the midst of a burning fire to keep you warm will trigger your passions and make the evenings nostalgic and memorable. The cool misty breeze coupled with the temperature hovering around 16⁰C is sure to send your aesthetic sense to heaven. The gentle drizzle of rain kissing your cheeks is to be experienced to really believe the calmness it brings to your soul.

There are a number of places in the vicinity that make for a good one-day trip. Do check out our page on 20 must visit places in Chikmagalur to know the best tourist spots in the vicinity.

• Belur & Halebeedu – World famous Hoysala temples: (Belur: 34Kms, Halebeedu: 52Kms)
• Sringeri Mutt: 105Kms
• Annapoorneshwari Temple, Horanadu. 110Kms.
• Dharmasthala Temple: 106Kms
• Seetalayyanagiri Mutt – A calm and serene temple situated at an altitude of 5000 ft: 8Kms
• Mullayanagiri Peak – The highest peak in Karnataka: 12Kms
• The Shrine of Bababudan, where coffee originated: 25Kms
• Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary: 45Kms
• Hirekolale Lake, a picnic spot: 4Kms
• Chikmagalur Golf Club: 9Kms
• Kemmangundi: only hill station in Karnataka: 42Kms

If you want to make your holiday even more healthy or if you are into fitness, then this trekking route will surely attract you like no other. 12 km from estate to climb the mullayanagiri hill. The highest peak of karnataka. Put on your trekking shoes, get your backpack and off you go to explore the hidden secrets of these mountains. Soul-searching or a private time with your loved ones. This is it!

The golf club is in close proximity. If you want to have some fun golfing, then go right ahead. This vast ground makes the game of Golf even more exciting. Take a friend along to enjoy the game. Get the golf club swinging!

Drive or ride through the mountains. It is an experience of a lifetime. You will come face to face with Mother Nature, the perfect cool climate will only elevate your senses and make the trip more pleasing.

Want to catch up with your buddy on a friendly game. We have it right here. Many indoor and outdoor games at your disposal to give your body and mind a fun-filled exercise. Relish the friendly challenge and bond better and deeper!