Detailed itinerary
Coorg Coffee Trails — 4N/5D
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The short version of Coorg, and still a complete one. You stay in coffee country, walk a working plantation, take in Madikeri's falls, fort and sunset terrace, spend a morning on the Kaveri at Dubare and Nisargadhama, and climb to Mandalpatti for the Western Ghats panorama. Private vehicle throughout, no trekking, and driving days short enough to keep everyone happy.
Trip at a glance
- Guided coffee and spice plantation walk
- Abbey Falls and Raja's Seat sunset
- Dubare Elephant Camp on the Kaveri
- Mandalpatti 4x4 ridge excursion
- Kaveri Nisargadhama bamboo island
Day by day
5 days, start to finish — travel, activities and where you sleep each night.
- 1
Day 1
Arrive in Coorg — into the coffee country
Meet your driver at Mysore, Mangalore or Bangalore and wind up into Kodagu through pepper vines and coffee estates. Check in, shake off the drive, and head out for your first plantation walk: how arabica and robusta are grown, picked, pulped and sun-dried, with cardamom and pepper growing in the shade above. Evening is yours for the estate verandah and a slow filter coffee. Overnight in Coorg.
- 2
Day 2
Madikeri sightseeing — falls, fort and Raja's Seat
After breakfast, drive out to Abbey Falls, where the Kaveri's tributaries drop through a wall of coffee and spice plantation. Continue to Madikeri Fort and the Omkareshwara Temple in town, then time Raja's Seat for late afternoon — the old Kodava kings' viewing terrace looks straight down the valley and is the best sunset in the district. Evening free in the local market for coffee, honey and homemade wine. Overnight in Coorg.
- 3
Day 3
Dubare Elephant Camp and Nisargadhama
Drive to Dubare on the banks of the Kaveri, the forest department's elephant camp, where you can watch the morning routine of the herd (elephant interactions subject to forest department availability). Cross to Kaveri Nisargadhama in the afternoon — a bamboo and sandalwood island reached by a hanging bridge, with deer, quiet river banks and easy walking trails. Back to base by evening. Overnight in Coorg.
- 4
Day 4
Mandalpatti jeep excursion
The morning belongs to Mandalpatti. A local 4x4 takes over for the last rough stretch and climbs to a ridge at roughly 4,050 ft, where the Western Ghats roll out in every direction and cloud sits below the road. Allow time at the top — the light changes every few minutes. Return to Madikeri by afternoon; evening free for cafés and shopping. Overnight in Coorg.
- 5
Day 5
Departure from Coorg
Breakfast and check-out. Depending on your train or flight time there's usually room for one more stop — a last coffee run, a viewpoint, or the local market for spices to take home. Your vehicle drops you at Mysore, Mangalore or Bangalore for your onward journey.
Inclusions & exclusions
What's included
- Accommodation in a selected hotel/resort on double/twin sharing basis
- Daily breakfast at the hotel
- Private vehicle for all transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary
- Airport/railway station pickup and drop-off, as applicable
- All sightseeing and excursions mentioned in the itinerary
- Local jeep transfer for the Mandalpatti excursion
- Driver allowance, fuel, tolls, parking and applicable interstate taxes
- All applicable hotel taxes
- On-trip assistance from the Backpackers India Group team
Not included
- Airfare / train tickets to and from Coorg
- Meals other than breakfast, including lunch and dinner (unless specified)
- Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, room service, shopping and tips
- Entry fees to monuments, waterfalls, parks and other sightseeing attractions
- Charges for adventure activities and optional experiences not mentioned in the itinerary
- Elephant activities at Dubare Elephant Camp, if applicable
- Any additional sightseeing or transportation beyond the mentioned itinerary
- Expenses arising due to weather, roadblocks, delays or unforeseen circumstances
- GST or government taxes, if not specifically included in the package cost
- Travel insurance and medical expenses
- Anything not specifically mentioned under Inclusions
Where you stay
Handpicked plantation homestays and hill resorts in and around Madikeri, on double/twin sharing with daily breakfast.
Good to know
When is the best time to visit Coorg?
October to March is the sweet spot — clear skies, cool mornings and green hills. June to September is full monsoon: the falls are at their most dramatic and rates are lowest, but expect rain most days and slippery trails.
Is the Mandalpatti jeep ride included?
The local 4x4 that takes over for the last rough stretch to Mandalpatti is included in your package. Forest entry tickets, where charged, are paid directly.
Will we definitely see elephants at Dubare?
You will see the camp and the river, but elephant interaction sessions are run by the forest department and are subject to daily availability, weather and river conditions. We never guarantee them.
Is this trip suitable for parents and young children?
Yes. It is an easy, vehicle-based itinerary with no trekking, short driving days and comfortable resorts — one of our most popular family formats.
How do we reach Coorg?
Nearest airports are Mangalore (approx. 3.5 hrs), Mysore (approx. 3 hrs) and Bangalore (approx. 5–6 hrs). Mysore is the nearest major railhead. Pickup from your chosen point is included.
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