Karnataka

Chikmagalur

Chikmagalur or Chikkamagaluru, is a lesser known hill station located at the foothills of Karnataka’s highest peak, Mullayanagiri. It holds innumerable gigantic coffee plantations and estates, and is known as the ‘coffee land’ of Karnataka. It is believed by the locals that Chikmagalur was the land where coffee was cultivated in India for the first time. Blessed with a pleasant climate throughout the year; Chikmagalur offers beautiful landscapes, undiscovered trails, rugged terrains, s....

Chikmagalur or Chikkamagaluru, is a lesser known hill station located at the foothills of Karnataka’s highest peak, Mullayanagiri. It holds innumerable gigantic coffee plantations and estate....

What’s Chikmagalur famous for?

COFFEE PLANTATIONS

ROLLING HILLS

TROPICAL RAINFORESTS

BABA BUDAN

CHILL WEATHER

MULLAYANAGIRI

Itinerary

How to spend a day in Chikmagalur

7:00 AM

Start your day with a steaming cup of aromatic coffee as you listen to the chirping of egrets and flame-throated Bulbuls at The Hosteller Chikmagalur. Take a stroll along the winding road outside the hostel.

8:00 AM

Do not head out empty stomach! Grab our whole-hearted prepared delicious meal box from our in-house cafe.

9:00 AM

Start your day with a trek to Mullayanagiri, the highest peak in Karnataka. The hike takes 2-3 hours to ascend and offers breathtaking views of the surrounding hills and valleys.

12 PM

Spend some time at the Mullayangiri peak. Pause and rejuvenate amidst the green and enjoy the stunning vista.

Things to do in Chikmagalur

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PLACES NEARBY

Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary is a protected area known for its diverse flora and fauna and wildlife, including tigers, elephants, leopards, Indian bison, sloth bears, sambar deer, spotted deer, barking deer, and wild boar. You can go for jungle safaris, trekking, bird watching, and water sports.

Hebbe Falls is a beautiful waterfall in the Western Ghats of Karnataka, India, suitable for beginners and experienced trekkers. It is a moderately difficult trek that covers 8 km and takes 4-5 hours to complete. It also offers a dip in the waterfall pool.

Manikyadhara Falls is a picturesque waterfall formed by the flow of the Nethravathi River. It is a popular destination among adventure enthusiasts and is known for its medicinal properties, as the water is said to have healing powers and is sacred to the locals. Visiting the falls is easy and offers stunning views of the surrounding landscape.

Sringeri Sharada Peetha is one of the four main Hindu Advaita Vedanta mathas (monasteries) established by the 8th-century theologian Adi Shankara. It is dedicated to the goddess Saraswati. The Sharada Peetha is renowned for its elaborate rituals and ceremonies, performed according to strict Vedic tradition.

Kudremukh National Park is popular for trekking in Chikmagalur. The park is named after Kudremukh Peak, the highest peak in the area. The trek to Kak is considered challenging and takes about 2-3 complete the trek.

HOSTELS IN CHIKMAGALUR

The Hosteller Chikmagalur

Congratulations! You've arrived at the destination where coffee was cultivated for the first time in India. Chikmagalur is the place we need to praise for making our mornings bearable and our hectic days manageable.

Starting @₹484/night

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HOSTELS NEAR CHIKMAGALUR

The Hosteller Coorg, Suntikoppa

Be it a solo trip to explore coffee plantations or a getaway with your gang, The Hosteller Coorg, Suntikoppa is a go-to place to sip a cup of coffee as you take in the mesmerizing views and experience nature in its purest form.

Starting @₹419/night

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The Hosteller Coorg, Madikeri

Right in the middle of a vast forest land and surrounded by coffee plantations; The Hosteller Coorg Madikeri is the perfect escape from city life. Boasting 8 spacious dorms & private rooms, each of them has a balcony that opens to a beautiful view of our private pond.

Starting @₹489/night

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