Chikmagalur is well known for its coffee plantations, foggy hills, and waterfalls. In case you can spend only 2 days, below is an itinerary for you with timings, distances, and travel tips to assist you in your visit.
Day 1
8:00 am – Coffee Plantation Tour (in and around 10 km of town)
Begin your journey with a guided walk around a coffee estate. Find out how the coffee is cultivated and processed, and sample a fresh cup. Begin your day with a fresh aroma.
10:00 am – Mullayanagiri Peak (Choose your stay nearby, for instance 20 km, 45 min drive)
Highest point in Karnataka (1,930 m). A quick 15 to 20 min walk from the parking area brings you to the summit, with wide vistas. Best time: early morning before the sun becomes too strong.
1:00 pm – Lunch in Chikmagalur town
Eat Malnad cuisine such as Akki Roti, Neer Dosa, or Kadubu at a local eatery.
2:30 pm – Baba Budangiri (short drive)
A lovely mountain range with caves and a shrine. Renowned for trekking routes and great valley sights.
4:30 pm – Hebbe Falls (10 km forest jeep drive from Kemmangundi)
Only accessible via forest jeep through coffee estates. The drive is rough but exciting, and the falls are great! Bring a change of clothes if you wish to enter the water.
7:30 pm – Dinner & Bonfire at Your Stay
Stays like Coffeeberry hills are ideal for both families and solo travellers seeking peace.
Day 2
6:30 am – Hirekolale Lake Sunrise
A calm lake with hills in the background. Ideal for photography and moments of silence.
8:30 am – Breakfast
Back to town for a good breakfast and coffee.
9:30 am – Belur Temple
See the renowned Chennakesava Temple, constructed by the Hoysalas. The sculptures are beautiful and replete with tales.
12:00 pm – Halebidu Temple (16 km from Belur, 30 min)
Another Hoysala wonder with elaborate carvings. Pass an hour learning about history and sculpture.
2:00 pm – Lunch on the way back to Chikmagalur
4:00 pm – Shopping in Chikmagalur town
Purchase fresh coffee beans, home-made chocolates, and spices. Stroll through the compact but vibrant market.
5:30 pm – Sunset at Z Point, Kemmangundi
A short hike takes you to one of the most wonderful sunset points around Chikmagalur. Close your trip with golden sunset views of rolling hills.
Travel Tips
Best Time to Visit: September–March (cool climate, post-monsoon vegetation).
Start Early: Many places start opening by 6–7 am, so mornings prove to be the best time to visit.
Distances: All attractions fall within 20 to 60 km of town, though the roads are twisting, factor in additional traveling time.
Bring: Sweaters, decent footwear for hiking, and money (certain places lack the UPI network).
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Mullayanagiri peak
Muthodi wildlife
Rafting in bhadra river
Hebbe falls
Coffee museum
Kalhatti falls
Kudremukh trekking
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