Coorg

🌄 Top Sightseeing Places in Coorg

🟢 1. Nature & Viewpoints

• Raja’s Seat (Madikeri)
  A royal garden viewpoint offering spectacular sunset views over valleys and hills.

• Mandalpatti Viewpoint
  Offbeat spot with 4x4 jeep ride to the peak — panoramic views and clouds beneath your feet.

• Talacauvery & Brahmagiri Hills
  Origin of the Cauvery River; sacred site with a scenic viewpoint at 1,276 m altitude.

• Raja’s Tomb (Gaddige)
  Indo-Islamic style tombs of Kodava royalty, surrounded by gardens.

🔵 2. Waterfalls

• Abbey Falls
  Stunning waterfall near Madikeri, set amidst coffee plantations and hanging bridges.

• Iruppu Falls
  Located near the Brahmagiri Wildlife Sanctuary — linked to the Ramayana legend.

• Mallalli Falls
  Located in the foothills of Pushpagiri — tall and powerful, best after monsoon.

🟡 3. Wildlife & Nature Parks

• Dubare Elephant Camp
  Interact with elephants: feeding, bathing, and watching training sessions by the forest department.

• Nisargadhama Island (Kaveri Nisargadhama)
  A scenic island on the Kaveri River with bamboo groves, boating, and deer park.

• Pushpagiri Wildlife Sanctuary
  A biodiversity hotspot, home to endangered species and great for trekking.

🟣 4. Religious & Cultural Sites

• Namdroling Monastery (Golden Temple, Bylakuppe)
  Largest Tibetan settlement in South India with golden Buddha statues, art, and peaceful atmosphere.

• Omkareshwara Temple
  A unique blend of Gothic and Islamic architecture, located in Madikeri.

• Bhagamandala Temple
  Sacred confluence of three rivers — cultural significance + architecture.

🔴 5. Coffee & Plantation Experiences

• Coorg Coffee Estates (various)
  Visit working coffee plantations, learn about coffee making, and enjoy tastings.

• Mercara Gold Estate or Tata Coffee Tour
  Guided plantation walk + bean-to-cup experience.

🟠 6. Adventure & Activities

• River Rafting in Barapole River (seasonal)
  Thrilling white-water rafting for adventure lovers.

• Trekking & Camping in Brahmagiri, Tadiandamol
  Trekking through misty trails, forests, and mountain peaks.

🧭 Suggested Coorg Tour Packages

🟩 2-Day Coorg Highlights

• Abbey Falls → Raja’s Seat → Omkareshwara Temple → Coffee Estate Visit → Dubare Camp

🟨 3-Day Coorg Explorer

• Day 1: Madikeri Palace → Raja’s Seat → Abbey Falls

• Day 2: Dubare Elephant Camp → Nisargadhama → Golden Temple

• Day 3: Mandalpatti View → Coffee Estate → Bhagamandala → Talacauvery