What are the top 10 best places to visit in Coorg with family in 2021!

Nestled in the lap of the Jade Mountains and the majestic valleys of Karnataka in South India - Coorg is a beautiful destination to spend a perfect holiday with your family and loved ones. This extensive landscape, covered with widely spread coffee plantations and misty green forest, partially penetrated by the sun's rays, comes as a delightful sight for its visitors.

Even if you are a nature lover, an adventure lover, or looking for an exquisite honeymoon destination, Coorg is an open place for all kinds of tourists, who warmly welcomes all tourists. And that is why, among the travel guides, Coorg occupies the top position among all the tourist destinations that have popularized Karnataka tourism.

As far as talking about Coorg tourism is concerned, there are plenty of beautiful places to visit here. But, after reducing the list, we've come up with those top spots. Places that should be included in your journey so that your trip becomes a memorable moment of life!

Here Are The Best Places To Visit In Coorg In Whole Life.

A visit to this hill station from November to March is planned not only for the pleasant weather, but also for celebrating the putri, the harvest festival, and some mouth-watering local delicacies. These are the best places to visit in Coorg and they are special in their own way for the unique nature of the best nature of South India. Mark them in your do-list and make sure you enjoy your memorable vaccine!

Take a look at this list of places to visit in Coorg:-

• Pushpagiri Wildlife Sanctuary.
• Madikeri Fort and Palace.
• Omkareshwara Temple.
• Abbey Falls.
• Raja's Tomb.
• Mandalpatti Road.
• St Michael's Church.
• Shree Kanchi Kamakshi Temple.
• Nagarhole National Park.
• Namdroling Monastery.

10. Pushpagiri Wildlife Sanctuary:- 

The popular Pushpagiri Wildlife Sanctuary is one of 21 other wildlife sanctuaries located in the state of Karnataka. The popular Wildlife Sanctuary is one of the most important bird sanctuaries in the whole world. It holds such importance because it is home to endangered and very rare species of birds.

Other Essential Information:-

• Location: Somwarpet, Kodagu, Coorg Karnataka

• Rotation Time: 6 AM to 6 PM

• Best Time to Visit: November to March

• Entrance fee: The entry fee is 10 rupees and the trek from Shikhar starts at Rs. 1000 / - Rs.

• Distance from Coorg: 78 km.

How to Reach:-

• By Air: The nearest airport to the sanctuary is Mangalore which is located at a distance of 135 km and Bangalore, which is at a distance of 260 km.

• By Rail: The railway station of Mysore is the nearest railway station to this place. The railway station is located at a distance of 146 km from the sanctuary.

• By Road: The sanctuary is at a distance of 25 km from Madikeri. Madikeri is connected to Bangalore and Mysore by road network.

9. Madikeri Fort and Palace:-

The Madikeri Fort is located about 500 meters from the Madikeri Bus Stand and is situated on a hill that was built by Muduraja in 1681. The clay structure was remodeled by Tipu Sultan. Muduraja also built a thatched roof palace here. that was renovated by Lingarajendra II in 1814, and then in 1933, the British added a clock- tower to it. Nearby are two startlingly life-like masonry elephants. The fort’s Veerabhadra Temple was demolished and a Gothic-style Anglican church built in its place in 1855. The church now has a museum that displays historical objects related to Kodava life.

Other Essential Information:-

• Location: Madikeri Fort, Stuart Hill, Madikeri, Karnataka.

• Opening hours: Every day from 9:00 am to 5:30 pm, except Mondays.

• Entry fee: Free.

• Average temperature: The average temperature varies between 14 to 29 degrees.

• Distance from Coorg: Madikeri Fort is just 18 km from Coorg via the Madikeri-Virajpet route.

How to Reach:-

• By Rail: The nearest railway station to Madikeri is Kannur, which is 113 km from Madikeri. Depending on the train one can board a train from Bangalore to reach Kannur within 5-8 hours. To reach Madikeri Fort one has to reach the bridge run by the state government.

• By Road: Most travelers prefer to drive under the Madikeri Fort when they are traveling from nearby cities. Madikeri is located on Karnataka State Highway 88 which is strong and provides good access from all the surrounding cities. Madikeri is 252 km from Bangalore, 120 km from Mysore, and 136 km from Mangalore.

• By Bus: Many buses cover a distance of around 7 hours between Bangalore and Madikeri. Mangalore, Mysore, Shimoga, Chikmagalur, and other important cities and cities.   

8. Omkareshwara Temple:-

The Omkareshwara Temple is a pristine temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is located in the city of Madikeri in Coorg, Karnataka. The specialty of the Omkareshwara temple is that it has a glow of mixture of both gothic and Islamic styles in its construction. It is one of the famous religious destinations of Coorg. The temple regularly attracts a large number of tourists and devotees.

Other Essential Information:-

• Opening hours: 6:30 am to 12:00 pm, And 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm.

• Best time to visit: Time of the month of October to March.

• Entry Fee: Free

• Journey duration: 1 hour (approx).

How to Reach:-

Omkareshwar Temple is located within the city of Madikeri. The city is well connected to many other towns and cities in Karnataka. In such a situation it is easy to reach Madikeri.

• By Road: Madikeri is located near highway 88 of Karnataka state that connects Mysore to Mangalore. Madikeri is local Madikeri is located near highway 88 of Karnataka state that connects Mysore to Mangalore. Public buses ply from Madikeri to many places in Karnataka and Kerala. Mostly there are buses of KSRTC which connect Madikeri to Bangalore, Mysore, Virajpet, etc. The city can also be reached by private car and rental cab.

• By Rail: Madikeri does not have a single railway station. The nearest railways station are located at Hasan, Kasaragod, and Kannur. Mysore and Mangalore are located at a distance of 140km from Madikeri and are good routes to reach Madikeri easily. 

• By Air: Mysore Airport is the closest to Madikeri as there is no airport in the small town. Mysore is connected to Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata, Chennai via Bangalore airport. Mangalore International Airport in Mangalore can also be evaluated to reach Madikeri city.

7. Abbey Falls:-

Abhay Falls is a popular waterfall in the Kodagu district. The Kaveri river falls on rocks about 70 feet wide and offers a spectacular view. While the elevation is not very high compared to other waterfalls in Karnataka, the abbey waterfall has an extensive Gir area that creates spectacular views and its proximity to the city of Madikeri makes the Abhay waterfall desirable and easy to use.

How to Reach:-

• By Air: There is no airport in Kodagu district. The nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport which is located about 137 km from Kodagu. The nearest domestic airport from Madikeri is about 121 km away. Kannur International Airport has located about 120 km from Madikeri.

• By Rail: Kodagu district has not any railway station. The nearest railway stations to Madikeri are Mysore, Hassan, and Mangalore in Karnataka State and Thalassery and Kannur in Kerala State.

• By Road: Public buses ply from Bangalore, Mysore, and Mangalore to Madikeri. You can also reach the waterfall by private car and rental cab.

6. Raja's Tomb:-

Located about 1.5 km from the Madikeri bus stand, the mausoleums of Veerajendra and his wives stand together and are exactly the same, with Lingarajendra's mausoleum built in 1809 and Veerarajendra's in 1821. The turrets are prominent on the Madikeri horizon like the Islamic gilded central gilded dome and corner towers, each with portraits of Basavas (bulls). Beautifully carved bronze bars made of stone are carved on the windows.

How to Reach:-

Raja's tomb is located in Mahadevapet, 1.5 km north-east from Madikeri.

• By Road: Tourists can reach Gaddige via NH-27. Both government and private buses are available for Coorg. Auto-rickshaws are also the best means of travel in and around Coorg. Apart from this, cars, taxis, and bikes on rent are available in every major city of Coorg to take the tourists to the Raja Tomb.

• By Air: There is no airport in Coorg. Mysore, Mangalore, and Bengaluru. Mangalore and Bangalore are international airports located at a distance of 135 km and 260 km. The nearest airport to Gaddige is Mysore which is 120 km from Gaddige. Taxis are available from the airport to Madikeri.

• By Rail: Kodagu district does not have a good railway network. The nearest railway stations to Madikeri are Mysore Hassan and Mangalore in the state of Karnataka and Thalassery and Kannur in the state of Kerala.

5. Mandalpatti Road:-

Mandalapatti is a famous hilltop which is situated at an altitude of 4050 feet Karnataka, is a hilltop 14 km from Madikeri town in Karnataka and is a part of Pushpagiri Reserve Forest. Mandalapatti has become a famous four-by-four jeep drive location to the top. It is one of the favorite drives for road trips from Bangalore.

How to Reach:-

• By Rail: Mangalore Central Railway Station is the main among the other railway stations. the nearest station for local trains is Subrahmanya Road railway station.

• By Road: From Bangalore, the hills of Mandalapatti are at a distance of 211 km from Mangalore. it is at a distance of 284 km, and from Coimbatore, it is at a distance of 351 km. You will need about 6 hours to reach Mandalapatti from Mangalore and Bangalore; While it takes 9 hours by car to reach there from Coimbatore.

• By Bus: Among all the bus stops, Shivamogga Bus Terminal is located close to Mandalapatti Hills. It is well connected to other cities. To reach your exact location, you will have to take a local bus which will drop you off at the Madikeri bus stand (Stuart Hill).

4. St Michael's Church:-

St. Michael's Church, Madikeri is the perfect place to spend a wonderful time with your family. Enjoy the charm of this popular historical tourist destination. To enjoy your senses and provide you with your best entertainment, get drenched in the spirit of adventure that you get to see at St. Michael's Church, Madikeri. Enjoy all points of popular interest together and bring back many memorable moments. St Michael's church is not just a peaceful place for travel, but it also enables you to steal a beautiful moment for yourself as well. So, check out St. Michael's Church tourist spot for all the attractions and visit the place for a rejuvenation time on weekends.

• Location: Madikeri – Virajpet Road, Stuart Hill, Madikeri, Karnataka 571201

3. Shree Kanchi Kamakshi Temple:-

It is a temple located near Raja's seat in Madikeri city. It is the oldest temple in this city. The temple is dedicated to Goddess Kamakshi. The temple has a lot of religious significance in this part of this country. This temple is famous for the incredible idol of Kamakshi Devi. A large crowd of devotees is seen in the temple on Friday. The temple is also popular for its annual religious festivals.

Location: Shree Kanchi Kamakshi Temple, Kohinoor Road, Stuart Hill, Madikeri, Karnataka 571201

2. Nagarhole National Park:-

The name Nagarhole is derived from Naga, which means snakes and holes are referred to as streams. The park is also known as Rajiv Gandhi National Park located in Kodagu and Mysore districts. Kannada is the local language around the National Park. Nagarhole Park has been declared the 37th Tiger Reserve in India. It is also considered a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Three parks named Bandipur, Mudumalai, and Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary are near Nagarhole.

Bengal tigers, Indian leopards, dull bears, striped hyena hunters can be seen in the park. Vegetarian animals like elephants, chital, sambar deer, and barking deer are also seen around the national park.

The Wildlife Safari Timings:

• Jeep Safari - 5.30 am - 10.00 am and 3 pm - 7 pm

• Coracle Ride - 9.00 am - 11.00 am and 5 pm - 6 pm

• Bus Ride - 6 am - 9 am and 3 pm - 5 pm

• Location: Nagarhole National Park is located in the districts of Mysore and Kodagu in Karnataka.

• Entry Fee: Indians will have to pay a fee of Rs 150 and people of other nationalities will have to pay Rs 1500 on entry. In the case, a camera is being carried, an additional amount of Rs. 200 will be charged. The Safari fee is not included in the entry fee.

• Best Time: Since the park has a tropical climate, it is suitable for walking at any time of the year.

1. Namdroling Monastery:-

Located at a distance of 34 km from Coorg district, Namdroling Monastery is a popular spiritual center and one of the best places in Coorg. This place is one of the largest educational centers in Mysore where you learn every aspect of Tibetan Buddhism. This temple is famous as the Golden Temple among the locals. 

• Location: Namdroling Monastery is located at Arilikumari in Bylakuppe, Karnataka 571104.  

• Opening hours: You can visit Namdrolinga Monastery anywhere between 07:00 am and 08:00 pm.  

• Entrance Fee: There is no entry fee to visit Namdroling Monastery.  

• Best Time: It is good to plan your visit to Namdroling monastery between June and March.