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Mullayangiri, KR hills and Bababudangiri-The Chikmagaluru paradise

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The Chikmagalur region of Karnataka is a treasure- I found this place to be the king of natural beauty, and it’s just 6 hours away from Bengaluru and closer to Mysuru. The main talk is about green stretches and exciting trekking trails. You can trek for three days or so and cover the whole region if the forest department permits. The post-monsoon view is a treat to the eye- whether it’s KR hills, Mullayanagiri or Bababudangiri. There are tea and coffee estates and many forests which make the trek worth it though you can reach all these three places by your vehicle too-but you still need your feet to talk a bit- anything for mother nature-right!

5 Reasons why you must visit Chikmagaluru:

  • Chikmagalur lies in the foothills of the Mullayanagiri Range at a height of 3400 feetknown for its vast range of hills,forested areas ,tranquility and huge coffee plantations.
Views of Mullayanagiri Valleys
Views of Mullayanagiri Valleys
  • Kemmanagundi or KR hills has the highest peak of Karnataka, Mullayanagiri.This is around 2000 m in height and is a must trekking paradise for anyone who wants to get started as a trekker .Red soil and rains pose challenge to the trek. The view from top is just over the moon. There’s a Shiva Temple at the top as well.
  • Kemmanagundi has beautiful spots and must visit ones like Hebbe Falls, Z Point, Kalhatti Falls which are great visits just post-monsoon.
  • Baba Budangiri,the second-highest peak in the mountain range, is must visit for its picturesque hills and valley coupled with endless green meadows.
Shanthi Falls,KR hills
Shanthi Falls,KR hills
  • A protected area and Project Tiger area, the Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary is one of the best tourist spots in Chikmagalur. The Sanctuary is located between the districts of Chikmagalur and Shimoga and is at approx 35 km from Chikmagalur. This is must visit to view the tigers as well as the Bhadra Reservoir.

Location  : Chikmagaluru is 250 kms west of Bengaluru.Mullayanagiri is about 20 km, Bababudangiri is around 30 km and Kemmanugundi or KR hills is 60 kms from Chikmanagaluru.

K.R. Hills,Kemmangundi
K.R. Hills,Kemmangundi

Tourist Attraction on the spot:

Mullayanagiri peak, Bababudangiri, KR hills : Shanthi Falls,Hebbe Falls, KR park, Z point, Kalhatti Falls

Tourist Attraction in Vicinity:

You can visit Jog Falls , Murudeshwar ,Udupi ,Gokarna,Coorg and Sringeri within 400 km range.

The glory of romantic sunset in a shy of drizzle
The glory of romantic sunset in a shy of drizzle

Distance Charts:(Chikmagaluru)

The deadblock trekked up wrong-Mullayangiri
The deadblock trekked up wrong-Mullayangiri

How to Reach Chikmagaluru:

Road Routes:

Bengaluru-Hassan-Chikmagalur-Mullayanagiri-Bababudangiri-KR hills

Greenhouse at KR hills
Greenhouse at KR hills

IMPORTANT NOTE FROM MY EXPERIENCE:

1)The late September to Early November is the suggested corridor to view these places in utmost greenery without facing much rainy spells-you don’t want to trek here in even drizzles.

2)Continuing on my first point , Mullayanagiri and all neighboring hills have that red soil which becomes damn slippery after even a drizzle-unless you are in proper boots-you are gonna fear slip roll and then anyhow manage to be at the top.It’s gonna make you think -no treks next time but we adventurous junkies are shameless-we’ll do trek but easier ones in right seasons next time!

3)Have snacks and water with you in a small bad and keep it light when you trek to any of these regions.Have a mini umbrella with you all times-either to get away from sun or from downpour.

4)Bababudangiri has a waterfall coupled with amazing views far and wide-local buses is only way to be here but ,it’s worth it. Green pastures with lots of tea plantations with a trail going to Kudremukh down the line is what you see!

The plains from KR hills
The plains from KR hills

RAIL:Chikmagaluru has a railway station of its own but trains are pretty few.Hassan will be a better stop from where you can catch a state bus.

AIR: Hassan/Mysuru/Bengaluru are some airports close to Chikmagalur.

ROAD: A road from Bengaluru runs straight through Hassan to Chikmagalur on a smooth metaled road,But,the road to Mullayanagiri or KR hills is not smooth, quite rough with lots of patches-maybe because half the year it rains here!KSRTC offers good bus services upto KR hills.

Map:

Bengaluru-Hassan-Chikmagalur-Mullayanagiri-Bababudangiri-KR hills road rourte Map
Bengaluru-Hassan-Chikmagalur-Mullayanagiri-Bababudangiri-KR hills road rourte Map

Time to Visit:

September to January is a good time visit these places.

The peak of Mullayangiri is 3 kms uphill
The peak of Mullayangiri is 3 kms uphill

Spend Time With:

Friends,Groups,Solo,Couple,Family(if used to hilly roads)

Food and Lodging:

Hotels are not there at Bababudangiri or Mullayanagiri but you’ll find some resort or government guest house in KR hills. Chikmagalur is cheap and best for hotels for these places.And have snacks and plenty of water for all these places as there are hardly any shops as such except maybe at peak and KR hills. Chikmagalur has restaurants with local food-shall not be an issue.

Expense:

A 2 day trip to these places cost(only if buses follow your time patterns):

The gateway to Z-point,KR hills
The gateway to Z-point,KR hills


Food:INR 80/person/day(3 times a day)X2
Transport: Private bus will cost some 150 bucks to Mullyanagiri trek base point and Bababudangiri to and fro. For KR hills ,there’s state as well as private buses costing about 120 INR to and fro(In case you book a car to Mullayanagiri to and fro,that can cost you around INR 2500)
Lodging:INR 700/day X1(one night stay at Chikmagalur)
Entry Fees :Zero

The stairs to foothills of Mullayanagiri
The stairs to foothills of Mullayanagiri

Total: 1450 INR(INR 3900 if you book a car for Mullayangiri)

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Bababudangiri
Bababudangiri
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Wayanad and Coorg-Two neighbors with same worth tasting flavor both!

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Want a weekend gateway to forest areas from Bengaluru? Look no further—Wayanad in Kerala and the adjacent district of Karnataka, that is, Coorg is waiting for you.

Reasons why you must visit Wayanad and Coorg:

  • Abbey falls, or Abbi Falls, about a km from Madikeri, is a must-visit waterfall in the Coorg district.
Hebbe Falls,Kodagu
Hebbe Falls,Kodagu
  • There are some historical places in Madikeri which offer stunning views of valley from top at the same time like Nehru Mantap, Raja’s Seat.
Chembra Peak,Wayanad
Chembra Peak,Wayanad
  • Bylakuppe near Madikeri is known for its famous Namdroling Monastery with Tibetan influence. You’ll have the same feeling if you were in a monastery in Leh. Yes, I have visited both of these places!
  • Banasura Sagar dam across the Karamanathodu River on the foothills of Banasura hills is very scenic and lovely!
  • If you love walking around streams amidst forests and having a picnic, too, reach out to an island named Kuruva, which is in dense forest. You’ll get the feel of being very close to nature.
  • It would be best if you had trekking on your list.
  • Pakshipathalam, Kumara Parvatha, and Brahmagiri of the treks of many out there.

Location  : Wayanad is 300 km west of Bengalauru and Coorg is 260 km west of Bengaluru.

Golden Temple(Namdroling)-Coorg
Golden Temple(Namdroling)-Coorg

Tourist Attraction on the spot:

For Kodagu these are the places of interest: Nisargadhama, Mallalli Waterfalls, Triveni Sangama. In addition, Lakkidi View Point.

Tourist Attraction in Vicinity:

You can visit Mysuru, Ooty, Palghat, Kochi.

Coorg's View-Raja's Seat
Coorg’s View-Raja’s Seat

Distance Charts:(Kalpetta | Madikeri)

Iruppu Falls,Coorg
Iruppu Falls,Coorg

How to Reach Wayanad and Coorg:

Road Routes:

Bengaluru- – Channarayapattana – Kusalnagar – Madikeri – Kutta – Mananthavady – Kalpetta – Sulthan Bathery-Gudlupet-Mandya – Bengaluru. And then, Pookode lake – Vyithri – Wayanad

Pookode lake,Vyithri,Wayanad
Pookode lake,Vyithri,Wayanad

IMPORTANT NOTE FROM MY EXPERIENCE:

1) Wayanad and Coorg both are trekking hotspots. So spend some days just after the September-October monsoons to finish those treks -they are heavenly! Some of them are Pushpagiri, Tadiandamol, Pakshipathalam, Kumara Parvatha, Brahmagiri, and Chembra.

2)Have an umbrella at all times to protect yourself from scorching, humid heat or rain.

3)Some places like Edakkal caves and Kuruvadweep have public transport frequency issues. You will find buses every 2-3 hours and forget if it is a Sunday or holiday. So be careful if you are in a bit remote area, especially in Wayanad.

4)June-August and April-May are better avoided as it’s very humid during these months, and rains cause landslides and floods.

5)Ooty is an excellent lookout from Wayanad District via Sulthan Bathery and nearby. So you can plan accordingly.

6)Language will be a big issue in Wayanad, so try managing in English. Even English doesn’t help all the time! But you have to manage ;;;

On my way to Chembra
On my way to Chembra

RAIL:Nearest railway station for Coorg and Wayanad is Mysuru or Kozhikode depending on whether you are on Karnataka or Kerala side .

AIR: Kozhikode/Mysuru are nearest airports

ROAD: You can visit Wayanad via Lakkidi from the Kozhikode side and Sulthan Bathery from the Mysuru side. For Coorg / Kodagu, the best way to be is from Mysuru via Hunsur. You can even cover a 120 km ride from Wayanad district to reach Madikeri. You can use Kerela SRTC or KSRTC buses at your disposal, which are efficient and quick.

Map:

Madikeri Wayanad Bengaluru Map
Madikeri Wayanad Bengaluru Map

Time to Visit:

September to March is best time to be here.

pazhassi tomb,Mananthavathy,Wayanad
pazhassi tomb,Mananthavathy,Wayanad

Spend Time With:

Family, friends, solo, couple, groups

Food and Lodging:

There are plenty of hotels all over the place in both the Coorg and Wayanad districts. So that’s never an issue. You DON’T need bookings here. Food is also not an issue in both districts; you’ll find small shops for snacks all the way.

Expense:

A 3 day trip to Coorg and Wayanad ,the expenses will be:

Namdroling Monastery,Bylakuppe,Coorg
Namdroling Monastery,Bylakuppe,Coorg


Food: INR 100/person/day(3 times a day)X3

Transport: INR 350 from Bengaluru to Madikeri by KSRTC state bus; INR 200 from Madikeri to Kalpetta and INR 400 from Kalpetta to Bengaluru; For local sightseeing, buses do help, and we assume INR 350 for that.

Lodging: INR 700/day.

Entry Fees include various places (varies): Assume INR 500 as there are entry fees in several places. Especially in Wayanad.

Total: 4800 INR

Talacauvery-The origin of Kaveri-Coorg
Talacauvery-The origin of Kaveri-Coorg

Total: 4800 INR

Nearby Attractions(Kalpetta | Madikeri)

Neelimala View point
Neelimala View point
Lakkidi View point,Wayanad
Lakkidi View point,Wayanad

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