Heritage Tours in Coorg

Kodagu or Coorg is a district in Karnataka characterised for its emerald beauty. Popularly known as the ‘Scotland of India’, this lush paradise is filled with majestic mountain ranges, coffee plantations, low lying valleys, trees that tower high into the air, streams that meander gracefully through the landscape and waterfalls that fall forth in a cascade of glistening drops. 

Coorg is famous for beautiful spots such as Abbey Falls, Honnamana Kere Lake, Madikeri Fort, Iruppu Falls, Raja’s Seat and more. If you love trekking, Tadiandamol Peak is the third highest peak in Karnataka and the highest in Coorg. Making your way to the summit is an exhilarating experience as you test your stamina and witness spectacular views of the landscape below. 

Explore the coffee plantations filled with ripening red berries, camp outdoors and gaze at the stars that adorn Coorg’s night skies, take long strolls around the countryside or simply bask in the cool, pleasant weather that fills this destination all year around. From homestays, luxury resorts, adventure sports, trekking and kayaking; the Scotland of India has it all. 

Plan a trip to Kodagu and immerse yourself into the natural bounty of Karnataka. 

Coorg is a natural paradise with a wealth of dense forests, misty valleys, mountains rising high into the sky and streams that wind through grasslands carpeted in greenery. It’s no surprise that the ‘Scotland of India’ is home to a delightful variety of wildlife that gambol along its emerald paths. For wildlife enthusiasts, the wildlife tours in Coorg will take you on an exciting journey into the rich fauna of the region.

Wildlife tours in Coorg are well-known for some of the rare wildlife habitats that can be found in the forest reserves. Sloth bears, elephants, gaurs, wild cats, tigers, sambars, spotted deer, lion-tailed macaques, Nilgiri langurs, barking deer, Malabar giant squirrels, and porcupines are some of the species that can be spotted during a jungle safari in the Coorg sanctuaries.

The Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve, which includes the Brahmagiri Sanctuary and the Nagarhole Parks, is Karnataka's largest biosphere center. Wildlife tours in Coorg are not only enjoyable but it's also a thrilling adventure for nature lovers, photographers, and people who enjoy spotting the indigenous animals that make Kodagu their home.

Coorg, a land of coffee plantations, towering mountain ranges, waterfalls, streams, wildlife and adventure sports is a bag full of experiences that will fulfil any travel. Sightseeing in Coorg is an adventure in itself as you ramble through emerald gems that lie undisturbed by the commercial throngs of tourists that converge onto other destinations. 

If you’re looking for places to go sightseeing in Coorg, whip out your itinerary and start planning out your vacation. From Tadiandamol, the third highest peaks in Karnataka to Abbey Falls, a cascade of water that flows down in a spectacular spout; the ‘Scotland of India’ has a wealth of natural beauty for you to explore. 

Immersing yourself into a destination is incomplete without trying out the simple pleasures that the locals enjoy. Try sightseeing in Coorg from the local lens as you take tours of coffee plantations, sip on freshly brewed coffee under the cool evening sky and visit local spice shops for souvenirs to take home. 

Wild and untamed nature is the heart and soul of Kodagu. Come and explore its enchanting outdoors. 

When you plan a vacation, your stay is one of the most important elements that can elevate a mediocre experience to one you’ll remember for the rest of your life. Coorg, an emerald paradise filled with waterfalls cascading from a great height, valleys that hold stretches of enchanting woods rich with biodiversity, and mountains that beg to be conquered, gives you a chance to experience its finest local hospitality.

The homestays in Coorg offers you a taste of local culture mixed with the beauty of nature that makes the ‘Scotland of India’ so special. Dine on home-cooked meals prepared with the traditional flavours of Kodagu and explore coffee plantations that stretch out languorously, filled with ripening red berries. Coffee lovers can drink a cup of freshly brewed coffee as they spot the birds that chirp merrily outside your window.

Do you love private waterfalls, spectacular views and long treks up majestic hills? The homestays in Coorg are situated amidst a wealth of natural bounty. Rather than spending the day in a spa or watching television in a resort, you can immerse yourself in the outdoors, bathing in natural rock pools and watching the fluffy clouds drift across the sky.

Live life as the locals do and experience a whole new world at the homestays in Coorg

If you haven’t fallen in love with the misty hills at Coorg yet, you will soon. Coorg is undoubtedly a traveler's paradise and there is not much that beats the smell of fresh berries and coffees to wake up to every morning. Coorg is remembered for its hills, treks and places of heritage but there are lots of elements that go unnoticed in this town. Locals here practice slower living, there is an abundance of organic produce, lush green landscapes with soil that is very fertile to grow lots of rare bushes and plants. It is heaven on earth and we wouldn’t blame if you woke up every morning wanting to be here. Thankfully, there is one way to keep Coorg and its magic close to you.  

While here, redefine shopping because shopping is only done right when you capture the essence of the place in your purchases. While shopping in Coorg, you will find that their specialties are those that can be shared with many loved ones to spread the happiness. You will find many markets selling handcrafted materials, authentic Coorg ground coffee powders while shopping in Coorg.  

Coorg really does feel like a little slice of heaven. The hill station leaves all the tourists and its people with a lot to explore. Given its lush green landscapes, there are many wildlife sanctuaries here with a wide range of flora and fauna. The treks and climbs here have the most rewarding views and it is absolutely essential to visit the coffee and wine plantations during your stay here. With an offbeat itinerary like this, having a comprehensive plan during your stay here with added activities like archery, bird watching etc., with experts and trainers will add a little something to your trip here. 

While at Coorg you don’t have to pick between thrill and relaxation and one factor that help enforce this are the resorts in Coorg. Especially because everyone who visits is thrilled to be here, your stay here will make all the difference in the kind of experience you will have. Not only do they provide you with a relaxing stay that feels better than home, they ensure that they bring the essence of Coorg to you by planning treks, climbs, nature walks, heritage tours, coffee plantation tours to you in customisable formats. Thanks to the resorts in Coorg, it is now a recognised premium hill station. 

All the resorts in Coorg also have stay packages that are absolutely negotiable if you are planning a staycation with them. Most resorts in Coorg provide delicious, authentic specials, spacious rooms, a stellar view of the misty hills, 24/7 desk facilities, flexible stay packages and let you experience this hill station in a new light and new heights.