Coorg is lovingly called the Scotland of India It is a hill station nestled in the lush green hills of Karnataka which wins your heart at first sight The fragrance of coffee plantations spread across the valleys the cool spray of waterfalls and the gentle breeze refresh you completely Early morning when the sunlight falls on the hills the view looks magical In Coorg you can enjoy the valleys the soothing sound of waterfalls and spend memorable moments with elephants Tourists come here for hiking cross country and trail life and many couples visit here to make their honeymoon memorable.
Whether you are a nature lover a photography enthusiast or simply seeking peace Coorg is a perfect travel destination for youwe will talk about the most famous tourist destination of Karnataka Coorg In this video we will try to give you complete details related to the trip Like how to reach Coorg what are the stay options in Coorg what are the food arrangements in Coorg and where all you can go for sightseeing in Coorg We will also tell you the best time to visit Coorg and the most important question how much will a Coorg trip cost.
Ayodhya Ram Mandir,Tour Guide,One Day Tour & Tourist Places -September 2025
How to reach Coorg
- You can reach Coorg by bus train or flight If you want to travel by bus you will find buses from all major cities of South India.
- You can easily reach from Mysore Bangalore and other nearby cities From Bangalore, it takes around three to four hours to reach Coorg and from Bengaluru around six hours By train.
- The nearest railway station is Mysore Railway Station, which is about 115 km away from Coorg Mysore station is well connected to South Indian cities.
- You can take a taxi from outside the railway station or a bus from Mysore bus stand to reach Coorg. If you want to travel by flight you can land at Bangalore International Airport, which is about 115 km from Coorg and is well connected to all major cities.
- If you do not get flights for Bangalore, you can also land at Bengaluru Airport which is about 290 km from Coorg. The best option is to take a flight to Bengaluru Airport and then hire a taxi or bus to Coorg
Stay and food in Coorg
For stay you will find hotels and resorts at many places in Coorg.
- The best option is to book near Madikeri Fort as it makes sightseeing easier, Here hotels range from 3000 to 5000 rupees per night.
- You can also find budget and luxury resorts according to your preference For food, you will find both North Indian and South Indian cuisines Around your hotel you will see many restaurants. A normal thali costs around 200 to 250 rupees
Sightseeing in Coorg
- For sightseeing you can hire a taxi for around 4000 to 5000 rupees per day or rent a bike or scooter for 1000 to 1500 rupees per day with license and ID proof mandatory.
- The first place to visit is Abbey Falls located 10 km from Madikeri Fort, The route is scenic and the waterfall dropping from 70 feet is a spectacular sight Abbey Falls is open from 9 am to 5 pm.
- Next, you can visit Raja Seat one of the best view points in South India with an entry fee of 20 rupees per person.
- From here you can enjoy sunset views just like the kings of Kodagu did in the past. You can also visit Raja Tomb with an entry fee of 10 rupees per person located on a hilltop offering panoramic views
- Another must visit spot is Mandalpatti Peak situated at an altitude of 1600 meters, It requires an adventurous off road jeep ride to reach and offers stunning views of valleys and clouds.
- It is perfect for nature lovers and photography. In the evening you can visit Omkareshwar Temple built in 1820 which is one of the famous temples in Coorg
Day two itinerary
On day two start with Kopatti trekking point a hidden gem less crowded and perfect for trekking enthusiasts The trail offers beautiful valleys coffee plantations and cool breeze with a 360 degree view at the top After trekking you can visit Dubare Elephant Camp located 33 km from Madikeri where you can feed elephants enjoy boating or river rafting The entry fee is 20 rupees per person and elephant activities start from 800 rupees The camp is open from 9 am to 11 am and 4.30 pm to 5.30 pm
Day three optional itinerary
If you have more time and budget you can plan a third day trip to Talakaveri located 45 km from Madikeri in the Brahmagiri hills It is believed to be the origin of river Kaveri with a small temple and kund The views from Brahmagiri hill are beautiful Next visit Honnamana Kere Lake the largest lake of Coorg named after goddess Honnamana with a temple nearby
Best time to visit Coorg
The best time to visit Coorg is from March to October when the weather is pleasant
Cost of Coorg trip
For a budget traveler a two day trip is sufficient The cost per person comes around 16000 to 17000 rupees excluding shopping expenses