Things to Do in Coorg

About the Destination:Coorg or Kodagu, as it is locally known is one the best hill stations in the western region of Karnataka. Blessed with amazing natural scenery and wonders, adventure activities in Coorg are a boon to enjoy!  It is indeed a perfect destination for all those who want to just let go in the beautiful envelop of greens. However, even apart from the stunning landscapes, Coorg is famous for the legendary hospitality and friendliness of the Kodava people, who are the original natives of this land. Decorated with unending hills, mountains, lakes and streams, it is indeed a destination whose heavenly abodes have to be seen to be believed! About the Activity: Feel like a child once again as you treat yourself to the excitement of adventure activities in Coorg! Set in the Western Ghats, the thickly wooded slopes and rising hills and dales offer much scope for adventure in Coorg. Nestled amongst the plush environs, the campsite is surely a blessing to get away for a spurt of adrenaline. Arrive at the campsite where you can thrill yourself with an adventurous Zip Line roping, where you will be tied to a harness to zoom from the scenic mountain fronts over river valleys and thick forests. Let the exciting adventures thrill you to a level of unparalleled exhilaration, which is hard to achieve from anything else. Zip line, hipezipe, loop walk, Burma bucket, river crossing, Swimming in the river are all the activities that are included in the  Challenge yourself with an adventurous day in Coorg and carry back memories of your time being fruitfully and happily spent!Minimum number of people required: 1 Timings: 9:00 am - 5:00 pmHow to Reach?Baichanalli is a 1-hour drive from Coorg where the activities take place. You can easily reach by means of public or private transport.

Activity  Location: Dubare Elephant Camp, Karnataka Activity Timings: Open from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PMActivity Duration: 1 Hour                          About the activity:Coorg is a beautiful hill station in Karnataka visited by a lot of tourists throughout the year. Dubare Elephant Camp is one of the major attractions of the city where you not only get a chance to see elephants, but also experience the thrill of river rafting!Make your reservation with Thrillophilia and arrive at the Dubare Elephant Camp located at a distance of 28 kilometers from Madikeri. The experience will be one of a kind with the thrill of river rafting in the picturesque landscape with River Kaveri, a dream destination for all those who love adventure! A qualified local instructor will accompany the group and all safety gear will be provided to all the members of the group.Notes: Children above 14 years can join this activity, and they are charged as an adult.How to reach: The Location  is located 28 Km from Madikeri, so you can easily reach there by public or private transport.

Activity  Location: Near KKR Junction, Shettigere, CoorgActivity Timings: Between 08:00 AM to 04:00 PMActivity Duration: 1 Hour 30 MinutesAbout the activity:Coorg has a lot of tourist attractions for people of all age groups. It’s picturesque landscape and serene coffee-spice plantations make it an unbeatable experience. River Rafting in Coorg District, through the Barapole River's roaring currents, is indeed an adrenaline experience worth cherishing.The activity begins with your arrival at Barapole which is known as Kithu Kakathu River. Get a brief from trained experts, followed by a drill and run taking you in the river for a distance of 4 km. Feel the adrenaline rush pumping through your veins as your raft makes its way through the roaring river. After the experience, you will be picked up from the endpoint and taken back to the starting point of the rafting adventure.Notes: Children below 10 years and pregnant ladies are not allowed.How to reach: The activity takes place in Shettigere which is located at a 2-hour drive from Coorg. The destination can be easily accessed by public or private transport.

Activity  Location: Kodagu, KarnatakaActivity Timings: Open from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PMActivity Duration: 3 HoursAbout the activity:Kodagu district near Bangalore is home to the Brahmagiri Wildlife Sanctuary with its mesmerising scenic beauty, lush greenery and diverse flora and fauna. The sanctuary is spread across an area of 181 sq km and is surrounded by coffee plantations, evergreen/ semi-evergreen forests as well as shola-grassland habitats making it a tourists’ favourite getaway destination!Visit the Brahmagiri Wildlife sanctuary and explore the soothing, refreshing environment around you. The evergreen hills are home to a rich variety of flora and fauna including bonnet macaque, common langur, barking deer, mouse deer, Malabar giant squirrel and the giant flying squirrel! Make sure you make the best of your holiday by bringing along cameras and capturing a lot of wildlife and nature photographs!Notes: Children below 5 years can join without any charges, and those between 6 to 12 years can book the child package(half charge).How to reach: This Wildlife Sanctuary is located at 24 km from Coorg, so you can reach there easily by public or private transport.

Activity  Location: Mandalpatti, CoorgActivity Timings: Between 6:00 AM - 6:00 PMActivity Duration: 3 HoursAbout the activity:Mandalpatti is the hill station amidst the laps of nature, crowned at a height of 1600m, is situated at around 15 km from Madikeri, Coorg,This fascinating trail is located enroute to Abbey Falls. A serene and a wonderful place, jeep drive to view sunset or sunrise at Mandalpatti provides you obstacle free panoramic views.Away from the bustling city life, the view of sunrise or sunset at Mandalpatti is one experience that promises you spectacular views with abundant natural beauty without any worries.Situated on the way to Abbey Falls, you might have to endure a bumpy road ride, but when it comes to a true adventurer, these things are just some added perks.Notes: Children below 10 years are not recommended to join the jeep ride, and those above 10 years can count as an adult. The jeep is 7 seater, min. 2 pax required to book this tour.How to reach: The  hill  is located 25-30 km away from Madikeri Town, so you can reach there easily by public or private transport.

Pick Up / Drop Location: Coorg, KarnatakaPick Up Timings: 8:00 AMDrop Timings: 8:00 PMCoorg is a beautiful hill station in Karnataka well known for having pleasant weather throughout the year. Coorg is the perfect place to go for a day sightseeing and making memories with your loved ones with its breathtakingly exotic scenery, lush greenery, forest-covered hills, spice and coffee plantations.Book a 5 or 7 seaters comfortable AC car and get picked up by your local professional driver from the hotel or arrive at the Hub (300m from Coorg city). The Coorg one day sightseeing package will cover Abbey Falls, Talacauvery, Bhagamandala, Raja Seat, Omkareshwara Temple, Madikeri Fort, Raja Tomb Talacauvery and all the beautiful nearby towns with their excellent hospitality and make the most of your Coorg trip with your friends, family and Thrillophilia!Note: Children below 5 years can join without any charges, and those between 6 to 10 years can book the child package (half charge).How to reach: Pickup and drop facility is included. Also, the hub Location is 300 m from Coorg City, you can easily reach there by public and private transport.

About Coorg:Coorg is a rural district that is well occupied by green zones, architectural pieces, natural waterfalls and amazing weather. The town calls everyone from all over the country for its blessed beauty and wonderful aura.About the Activity:- You will get to visit attractions like Abbey falls, Omkareshwar temple, Medikari Fort, Raja seat, Talcavery temple, Bagamandala temple, triveni sangam and Bramhagiri hills.- This tour will surely cheer you up and as pleasant weather supports your tour, the driver will take you around safely and drop back to the same point after a 8 hours long trip. 

Coorg is famous for its lush green valleys, picturesque coffee plantations, enchanting scenery. Exotic wildlife dwells in the dense forests of Coorg. The view from the misty hills is none less than a heaven of a fairy tale. Coorg is beautiful and cozy which makes it a perfect destination for couples.Start your trek from the basecamp and then go through the thick ancient forests of Coorg hearing the singing birds. Reach the vantage point just before the sunset and then witness the most beautiful sunset of your life, the orange sun setting in the lush green valleys, orange mixing with the green makes the whole scene look so serene and peaceful. Share this unforgettable peaceful experience with the mesmerizing scenery with your loved one. To make the night more romantic enjoy the luxurious five-course candlelight dinner with champagne on the hills with a beautiful view just like a fairy tale. After an amazing dinner gets cozy in the blankets alongside the bonfire. How to reach:The starting spot is located just 9kms away from Madikeri bus stand. So you can easily come through your private vehicle and you can also go for public transport.Note:48-hour notice is required to arrange flowers, champagne, and sunset dinner.Champagne and flowers are not included in the package.

Activity Location: Madikeri, CoorgActivity Timings: 3:00 PM - 4:00 PMActivity Duration: 1HoursAbout the Activity:Coorg is a small hill station in Karnataka, which is a perfect weekend getaway from Bangalore. Picturesque coffee plantations, lush green forests, stunning scenic points, and wonderful waterfalls adorn Coorg.This coffee plantation tour provides you an opportunity to witness the complete journey of coffee- right from the seed till the packed powder is ready to fill your mug. An experienced naturalist will be your guide for this tour.He will also tell you about other popular plantations of the regions such as Black Pepper, Cardamom, Fruits, etc.You will get a chance to smell the flowers, you will get to know how the seeds are separated, you will learn how the machinery works. This tour will leave you with various facts and stories on Coffee.As you will walk through the green estate, the guide will let you know about peppers, wild fruits, and much more. You will be served a cup of fresh and authentic coffee from Coorg.How to reach: The location is 25 Km from Coorg, you can easily reach by public or private transport.Note: Children below 5 years can join for free, and those between 5-12 can book a child package(half charges).

Activity Location: Coorg, KarnatakaActivity Timings: 3 hours (Between 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM)About Coorg Coffee Plantation Tour:Head out for a fun-filled Coorg Coffee Plantation tour that would convey you the entire process of coffee making, right from the picking up of seeds till the making of coffee powder. Get ready to witness the hot cup of coffee that is prepared from tip to toe in front of your eyes and enjoy the aroma of the pure coffee seeds that are famous in Karnataka. This Coorg Coffee Plantation tour lets you gain great knowledge about the coffee plantations by mild interactions with the locals and learn the techniques of coffee production that involves picking, drying and making of coffee powder. You would also get the opportunity to taste the aromatic coffee which would open up your sense with the rich taste. In addition to this, you would be able to take a walk through the picturesque plantations of pepper, cardamom, wild fruits during the Coorg Coffee Plantation tour.Suitable for: Family, friends and corporate outingsHow to reach: The location is based at a convenient spot in Coorg and you can easily reach by private and public transportation.Note: Minimum 2 people are required to book the package

About the Activity:  Get ready for a thrilling experience while trying your hand in scores of adventure activities in Coorg. Arrive anytime, as per your convenience with your family members, friends or colleagues for an array of exhilarating activities. Gather your wits, focus on your objective as you aim your arrow in archery. Set your soul free, shout out loud as you are left free sliding on the rope while ziplining and enjoy the serene environs of Coorg while sliding through the rope! For ardent adventure lovers, air rifle shooting is something that would certainly keep them busy throughout. Focus hard! Test your limits as you patiently shoot at your aim. Enthrall in a delightful experience with all the wide variety of Coorg adventure activities and make some good memories with other group members. Prep up for a fun-packed experience in the idyllic environs of Coorg!

About the Activity: Get ready for a fun filled waterfall rappelling at Nishani, Coorg with friends and family! Mesmerize in the tea and coffee estates of this beautiful paradise lying in the southern end of Karanataka. Give your adrenaline the required boost as you indulge in an exciting adventure session. Rappelling involves downward climbing through a cliff while focusing on your step as well as the rope through which you are tied down. Test your limits as you carefully descend through beautiful Nishani ranges while rappelling at a quick pace with your adventure buddies around!  Watch your step as you carefully descend from the waterfall while clinging to the rope. Enthral in this stunning mountaineering adventure that will keep your heart longing for more and more. Rivet in the mesmerizing landscapes of Coorg while participating in this thrilling rappelling at Nishani, Coorg with friends and family.

About the activity : Also called ‘All-Terrain Vehicle’ (ATV), a quad bike is a customized three/four wheeler vehicle that is driven on low pressure tires and are suitable for any kind of track. It is one sporting activity that has travelled its way right from USA to all other parts of the world. Unleash the thrill seeker in you with an amazing session of quad biking in Coorg! Arrive during the daytime and ride through a challenging 2kms muddy track in Kodagu district. Following your arrival, you will be briefed about the tips and tricks of the game. Post this session, get into the required safety gears and hop onto your bikes. Kick-start the engines and ride through the 2kms muddy, dirt-ridden track. Challenge the rugged terrains, display your manoeuvring skills over the turns, and make it an adrenaline pumping experience in Coorg! Total Biking Distance: 2kms

About the activity:Test your adventure skills and thrill for nature with an exciting day trip to Dubare Elephant camp in Coorg with your family and friends! The Dubare Elephant Camp is a chance to get to know these giant, enchanting creatures better. With a host of activities built around the camp just for you, many leave the camp with a sense of responsibility to do their bit towards protecting elephants. A trained naturalist will guide you through the complexities of elephant history, ecology and biology. Here, you not only get to observe the activities, but actually get to interact with the majestic and friendly elephants. Indulge in wildlife safari and coracle ride as well.The tour starts at 10:00 AM and ends at 17:00 PM.

About the Activity:  By availing Coorg temple tour, you not only open doors to a perfect spiritual trip but also give yourself an opportunity to admire and appreciate the ancient Indian architecture. Begin this amazing excursion by seeking blessings at the prominent Hindu pilgrimage centre in Coorg – Talacauvery, which is believed to be the birth place of Cauvery River. Pay a visit to the local deity residing in the Temple of Igguthappa. Locally believed as the Lord of rain and crops, spend some silent moments in his beautiful abode. Take a walk to the holy temple of Lord Shiva, Omkareshwar. Admire the awe-inspiring architecture of this temple that showcases both gothic and Islamic style of construction. De-stress your mind and body in this mystifying spiritual abode by this Coorg temple tour.Temples Visited: Talacauvery, Igguthappa, Omkareshwar and Golden Temple

Start Point/ End Point: Coorg, KarnatakaStart Time/ End Time: 20 minutes (Between 10 AM to 4 PM)Enjoy an enthralling experience of Kayaking in Coorg that would take you past the sparkling crystal clear water of the Western ghats. Coorg not only just caters the views of the charming natural scenes but also serves a prominent spot for adventure sports that attracts nature as well as adventure lovers from all corners.This ride with Kayaking in Coorg lets you go through a 20 minutes of great fun and joy which would surely let you gather unlimited memories. The activity of Kayaking in Coorg comes with the provision of all safety equipment and measures. Besides, the activity session is also inclusive of all charges and taxes that can be required to execute the activity.Suitable for: All age groups, friends and family, above 12 years of age.How to reach?The resort is based at a convenient location of Coorg and you can reach by both private and public transportation. Note: Pregnant women are not advised to book the activity session.Minimum age requirement: 12 years

About the Activity:Take a long and relaxing visit to tribal village  Coorg and interact with the exotic and friendly tribes; the kurubas.Learn about their daily routine, culture and tradition. Sing to their beautiful tunes and dance to their upbeat songs! The tribal’s are known for their great hunting skills. Most of their weapon are made from the locally available resources. You can also learn tree climbing with them in the evening and enjoy the local tribal tunes around the bonfire. Coorg is well known for its rich nature and its beautiful places that have provided the ardent travel lover many delights! Now, it is time for you to explore the unique tribal villages in Coorg and explore the authentic and raw culture of the place with this exhilarating visit to tribal village Coorg! 

Activity Location: Coorg, KarnatakaActivity Timings: 15 mins (Between 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM)About quad biking in Coorg:Coorg, not only caters views of soothing and picturesque landscapes but also offers a great spot for adventurous activities that attract both nature and adventure lovers from the nook and corners of the vicinity. Enjoy witnessing the exotic hill station of Karnataka that is occupied with misty green mountains and floating clouds, with a scope of great fun and joy. With the quad biking in Coorg activity, you would ride over the rugged and rough terrain with a strong heart. With the help of this activity, you would ride for a distance of 4 kms on the muddy track that would let you fall in love with both the adventurous and nature aspect of Coorg. These 15 mins of quad biking in Coorg ensures utmost safety and delight that together would become and once in a lifetime experience for you.Suitable for: Family, friends and corporate outingsActivity distance: 4 kmsHow to reach: The location is based on the outskirts of Coorg, therefore it is advised to take private transportation to reach the spot. Note: Pregnant women are not advised to join the ride.

About the Activity: While in Coorg, savour the traditional Coorg cuisine at this stunning home stay overlooking the evergreen coffee plantations and picturesque mountains. Throughout your time in Coorg, apart from scenic beauty you will be provided with an opportunity of not only knowing more about the traditional Kodava Cuisine but also relishing it with your friends and family in this slice of paradise.The delicious Kodagu or Coorg cuisine includes some of the well-known delicacies ranging from rice balls to pandi curry and with this exotic stay you have the option of enjoying all these scrumptious flavours. For the vegetarians there are whole range of wild edibles – delight in the experience of eating straight from the farm. Your Kodava host will provide you an insight of the daily meals. Enjoy the local desserts and exotic fruits of the season after the main course which will certainly sum up your entire meal. The activity starts around 06:00 PM and in this three hour trip, you will get to enjoy variety of rice Pulavs, Akki Otti (rice chapathis made like phulkas from a dough of cooked rice and rice flour) to a large variety of Puttus (steam-cooked dishes).

About the activity:  Get ready for an amazing night mountain jeep safari in Coorg! Your exciting excursion begins from the tiny hamlet of Madikeri with your pick-up at around 07:30PM. Watch your step, as you make way through lush-green thickets, fascinate with the night beauty of this place where even the crickets whispering in the background sound like a melody in the background. Night Mountain jeep safari in Coorg is conducted on specially designed 4x4 jeeps that are customized keeping in the mind the rugged terrains of a jungle. Your safari will begin at around 07:45PM; witness the stunning landscapes, glimmering under the setting sun. Listen to distant waterfalls, as you are led inside the thickets. After an adventurous experience, your night safari comes to an end at around 10:30PM. Post this journey, get ready for your return journey to Madikeri. The calmness of the entire place will certainly help you shed all the existing fatigue. After reaching Madikeri at around 11:00PM, your experience finally comes to an end; from here you can continue your backward journey to your respective places. Located at the foothills of the Western Ghats, Coorg; fondly called the ‘Coffee Capital’ of India, serves as an amazing and picturesque hill station in the entire of South India. Embraced by the enchanting beauty of the rolling hills and mountains, aromatic tea, coffee and spice plantations, and several other natural marvels, this gorgeous destination is painted in the true colours of the Mother Nature.Coorg is one hill station where both days and nights are just equally beautiful. The climate here is much cooler as compared to the adjoining areas. Owing to its tropical climate, one can easily delight in day and night activities. Night mountain jeep safari in Coorg is one adventure that helps you in exploring the night beauty of this placid land.The surrounding thickets are home to some of the most beautiful and rare birds and animals. Delight in the hilly natural beauty of this heaven on earth. Be it the splendid coffee estates or the tranquil environs, everything here strives for a pleasant and a memorable experience!