Chikmagalur
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Chikmagalur

Coffee Country in the Western Ghats

Recommended

2 days

Best time

September – February

Entry fee

Free

Food / day

450

About

The birthplace of Indian coffee — rolling estates, misty hills, and Mullayanagiri (Karnataka's highest peak at 1,930m). A weekend favourite from Bangalore for trekking and homestays.

Must-see highlights

Mullayanagiri peak (highest in Karnataka)
Baba Budangiri hills
Z Point sunrise trek
Kemmannugundi hill station
Coffee Estate walk & tasting
Hebbe Falls (deep jungle)
Kalhatti Falls
Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary jeep safari
Hirekolale Lake sunrise
Manikyadhara Falls

On the map

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors · Kadur 40km · Mangalore (IXE) 150km

Nearby attractions

Mullayanagiri PeakBaba BudangiriHebbe FallsKemmanagundi

How to get here

BangaloreChikmagalur

bus · 6h

500

approx.

BangaloreChikmagalur

cab · 5h

5,500

approx.

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Best Time to Visit

September – February

Nearest Transport

Kadur40 km
Mangalore (IXE)150 km

Stay Options

budget1,000/night
mid2,800/night
luxury7,000/night

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