Category Tourism

Where to Stay in Coorg
Where to Stay in Coorg Visitors to Coorg have plenty of options to choose from when it comes to accommodation in Coorg. From inspiring and luxurious Hotels to eco-friendly Resorts to Homestays that makes you feel very much at home to Coffee Plantation stays where you will spend time wandering around the estate escorted by the plantation owner, travellers are free to select the best option that suits their lifestyle. If it’s nature tour, a time off from the busy city life or relaxation that brings you here then you’ve chosen the right destination. In fact, there are very few places in the whole world that you’d like to call your home and precisely Coorg is one such place. Eat @media only screen and (max-width: 599px) {.cl_custom_css_1 .cl-ib-title { font-size:24px !important; }} Eat: Coorg food is an elaborate mix of Indian pepper, curry leaves, and, simply putting it, a lot of other magical ingredients. With a tendency to be a little too hot for the foreign tourist, it does have a great potential to compete with Andhra cuisine. Since the people of Coorg have a warrior background, their food is a little different from the mainly vegetarian cuisine of the rest of India with an abundance of pork, chicken and meat in it. Many dishes reflect a melding of meat, particularly meat and pork. Stews are common, and rice is the main staple diet. And the very famous Coorg coffee to wash it all down. Locally-made chocolate. Available in local shops. Spicy Coorgi food. pandi curry,akki roti,kadubittu,paapittu,idumbalittu,pork pepper dry, Traditional Coorgi oranges. Drink @media only screen and (max-width: 599px) {.cl_custom_css_2 .cl-ib-title { font-size:24px !important; }} Drink: Homemade Wine & Tody. Homemade wines are available in local shops across Coorg and toddy is available in the local plantations. The wines come in differing colours, from bright green (betelnut […]

Coorg Agri Tourism
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Coorg Plantation Tourism
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Monsoon Tourism in Coorg
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Types of Tourism
Monsoon Tourism @media only screen and (max-width: 599px) {.cl_custom_css_1 .cl-ib-title { font-size:24px !important; }} Coorg Monsoon Tourism Monsoon Tourism in Coorg :Coorg Monsoon Tourism: The Coorg monsoon is the smell of the dry earth getting soaked elates you to an exotic experience. It becomes the best time to explore the virgin nature intact. Coorg with a river and its tributaries welcome monsoon with much exuberance. For More… Plantation Tourism @media only screen and (max-width: 599px) {.cl_custom_css_2 .cl-ib-title { font-size:24px !important; }} Coorg Plantation Tourism Coorg Plantation Tourism: The Western Ghats in Coorg District standing at a height of 1750 metres (5724feet) above sea level., with a number of peaks well over in height and their slopes and valleys are known for its exotic spices like cardamom, pepper, cinnamon and cash crops like tea, For More… Agri-Tourism @media only screen and (max-width: 599px) {.cl_custom_css_3 .cl-ib-title { font-size:24px !important; }} Coorg Agri-Tourism Coorg Agri-Tourism: Agri-tourism offers the tourist many joyful experiences while living in the rural environment. Agri-tourist involvement in milching, harvesting competitions, tree climbing, edible adventure, bullock cart race, shooting a coconut target, fishing etc. could generate enormous joy at least cost. For More…

Adventure Activities in Coorg
Adventure Activities in Coorg The best things to do in Coorg is outdoor sports. Fondly called The Scotland of India or even the Switzerland of India, it’s a lush, green blanket covering ranges of Green & Misty Hills, and valleys, great for mountain biking and trekking. Of course, if you could also come here for some time to cool off, or as a break from the usual tourist hot spots. Coorg has various options for adventure lovers. Some of the attractions are Trekking , Sky Adventures, Canoeing , Kayaking , Rappelling , White Water Rafting, Rock Climbing, Hawk Adventures, Jungle Camping, River Crossing, Snorkelling, Lessons, Mountain Hiking, Night Mountain, Drive, Team Building, Exercise, Dirt Carting, Dirt track racing etc., Trekking @media only screen and (max-width: 599px) {.cl_custom_css_1 .cl-ib-title { font-size:24px !important; }} Trekking: Coorg is one of the best choices for the trekkers. Tourists can travel around the Coorg, enjoying the amazing natural beauty in the monsoon season. Your trip in Coorg completes only after Trekking. Trekking amidst the dense forest through remote For More….. Hiking & Rock Climbing @media only screen and (max-width: 599px) {.cl_custom_css_2 .cl-ib-title { font-size:24px !important; }} Hiking & Rock Climbing: Honnamana Kere is a hotspot for trekking & rock climbing. Adjacent cliffs (Gavi betta and Mori betta) are favourites of adventure lovers. If you prefer to be relaxed you can take a hike in the coffee plantations. Prominent trekking points include For More…. The Whitewater rafting @media only screen and (max-width: 599px) {.cl_custom_css_3 .cl-ib-title { font-size:24px !important; }} The Whitewater rafting: Lead under the expert supervision of Professionals from India & abroad, you are sure to turn into a great fan of this amazing adventure sport after your stint with white water rafting in Coorg. There are couple of adventure clubs in For More…. Fishing & […]
Shopping in Coorg
Shopping in Coorg Shopping in Coorg can be fun and full of varieties as the town is well-known among tourists for spices, dry fruits, coffee, honey, chocolates, wine and cardamom. Traditional Kodagu jewels like Kokkethathi or Jomale Available locally. Buy made-in-Coorg honey Available in local shops. Buy Coorgi Costumes and Traditional Weapons Available locally. The spices are of exceptional quality; tourists from all over the globe buy spices from here as a remembrance of their tour to India and also to add it in their cuisines, back home. Coorg is renowned as one of the major coffee producers in India hence coffee should be on your must-buy list. Other than the coffee you may also like to buy honey from here as the honey from Coorg is one of the best qualities. However, if you are buying from the local shops. It is advisable to look for Coorg Ag-Mark Honey that assures the quality of the product. You may also like to buy locally made chocolates as well. Spices can add a special flavour to your cuisines. Coorg offers various spices such as Cardamom, Pepper, Cumin, Oregano, Mint, Sage, Bay leaves, Basil, Thyme, Garlic, and Rosemary that are of superior quality and are available in abundance. Equally popular are the dry fruits such as figs, Cashews and Raisins. Apart from these, there are Tibetan artefacts sold in the Kushal Nagar. that are available at reasonable prices. Sandalwood oil, timber carvings, homemade Wine and Silk saris are also sold here. You may also like to buy a special kind of liquor made from the coconut palm. Friday Market, located at Madikeri, is the place to buy ethnic jewellery. The intricately designed jewellery, bidri ware and metal ware items are available in this market. Local food specialities like Pandhi, Koli, Kadumbuttu, and […]

Getting Around in Coorg
Getting Around in Coorg Taking a guide along is an added advantage to gain knowledge about Coorg and its culture. Professional guide service is available in Coorg.Tour Escorts can guide you in sightseeing around Coorg. They can take you to better-trekking spots and personally put in all efforts to make your trip colourfull. However, hiring a tour escort is a personal choice! Auto Rikshaw: @media only screen and (max-width: 599px) {.cl_custom_css_1 .cl-ib-title { font-size:24px !important; }} Auto Rikshaw: Auto rickshaws are the cheapest means of transport. They are available at your footsteps once you are outdoors. Make sure to enquire the price before you take one. Rickshaws are better for inter-city travels but might not be comfortable for long distance visits. Every bus-stand in Coorg is accompanied by a typical Rikshaw-Stand. Tour Taxi/Cab: @media only screen and (max-width: 599px) {.cl_custom_css_2 .cl-ib-title { font-size:24px !important; }} Tour Taxi/Cab: Every major city of Coorg or Kodagu has a typical Taxi-Stand from where you can hire a taxi. Bargaining is allowed. Be specific or precise while booking a taxi and always give them your complete schedule for which you hire them. This avoids the later problem, if in case, you change your plan or a new destination is added after hiring a taxi, in which case the rates may differ and your bargaining chances might be low. It is always better to discuss your plan with the taxi drivers as they are experienced in fixing a better schedule for you. Taxi drivers in Coorg are generally polite and friendly.Taxi or cabs are also booked by hotels/resorts/homestays/plantation-stays upon your request. It is advised to intimate your host one day in advance to book a taxi for you. Car Rentals: @media only screen and (max-width: 599px) {.cl_custom_css_3 .cl-ib-title { font-size:24px !important; }} Car Rentals: Few […]

Coorg Month Wise Climate
Coorg Month Wise Climate Moderately Cold @media only screen and (max-width: 599px) {.cl_custom_css_1 .cl-ib-title { font-size:24px !important; }} Moderately Cold January – February December Climate – (Moderately Cold): The place experience moderately cold weather but pleasant making it ideal for tourist activities. Temperatures get more colder in evenings and early mornings. This month is perfect for sightseeing and to get indulge in activities like angling and bird watching. It is also a good time to visit mountains and other areas of scenic/landscape beauty. However, you will definitely need your woollen apparel during this time. January Climate – (Moderately Cold): Weather is cold but manageable. Especially, in early morning and evening, the weather is little chilly. But this time is really good for travelling, sightseeing and other outdoor activities. Activities like angling and bird watching can be best enjoyed in the winter season. But carrying woollen clothes is a must if visiting during this month. February Climate – (Moderately Cold): Moderately cold and pleasant weather, and is favourable for the tourist visit. The sky remains clear during the day and the soothing wind is liked by many tourists. One of the best months for enjoying sightseeing. It is also an excellent time for visiting mountains, coffee gardens, and other areas of scenic/landscape beauty. Trekking, hiking and bird watching can be enjoyed in this time too. Moderately Hot @media only screen and (max-width: 599px) {.cl_custom_css_2 .cl-ib-title { font-size:24px !important; }} Moderately Hot March – May April Climate – (Moderately Hot): Mild warm weather but the cool wind makes it pleasant. Days are sunny and long while nights are mild. The moderate weather in this month makes it ideal for travelling to this beautiful hill station. The natural beauty is in its full bloom and this period is perfect for all types of outdoor trips/activities. It is a good time for enjoying […]
