{"id":2164,"date":"2025-08-07T09:55:42","date_gmt":"2025-08-07T09:55:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bangaloreorbit.com\/blog\/?p=2164"},"modified":"2025-08-07T10:03:41","modified_gmt":"2025-08-07T10:03:41","slug":"3-day-chikmagalur-travel-itinerary","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bangaloreorbit.com\/blog\/3-day-chikmagalur-travel-itinerary\/","title":{"rendered":"3-Day Chikmagalur Travel Itinerary"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Here’s a detailed 3-day itinerary<\/strong> for exploring Chikkamagaluru (Chikmagalur)<\/strong>, along with a comprehensive table of top attractions, their popularity, average time spent, and entry fees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Day 1: Peaks, Waterfalls & Coffee Culture<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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  • Morning:<\/strong>\n
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    • Mullayanagiri Peak<\/strong>\n
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      • Start your day early with a trek to Mullayanagiri, the highest peak in Karnataka. The hike offers panoramic views of the Western Ghats and is a serene spot for sunrise.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Baba Budangiri<\/strong>\n
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        • Visit this sacred mountain range known for its coffee plantations and the shrine of Sufi saint Baba Budan. The area offers panoramic views and is a blend of natural beauty and spiritual significance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Afternoon:<\/strong>\n
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          • Jhari Falls (Buttermilk Falls)<\/strong>\n
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            • A short trek leads to this perennial waterfall, believed to have healing properties. It’s a tranquil spot surrounded by lush greenery.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Hirekolale Lake<\/strong>\n
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              • Conclude your day with a visit to Hirekolale Lake, a serene spot perfect for relaxation and photography, offering views of the surrounding hills.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Evening:<\/strong>\n
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                • Coffee Museum<\/strong>\n
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                  • Explore the Coffee Museum to learn about Chikmagalur’s rich coffee heritage and processing techniques.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                    Day 2: Waterfalls, Wildlife & Hill Stations<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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                    • Morning:<\/strong>\n
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                      • Hebbe Falls<\/strong>\n
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                        • Begin your day with a visit to Hebbe Falls, located inside a coffee estate. The waterfall cascades from a height of 551 feet and is surrounded by dense forests.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                        • Kemmangundi<\/strong>\n
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                          • Visit Kemmangundi, a hill station near Chikmagalur, known for its scenic gardens, waterfalls, and trekking trails.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          • Afternoon:<\/strong>\n
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                            • Z Point<\/strong>\n
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                              • After Hebbe Falls, head to Z Point for a moderate trek that offers stunning views of the surrounding hills and valleys.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                              • Ayyanakere Lake<\/strong>\n
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                                • Visit Ayyanakere Lake, one of the largest lakes in the region, known for its serene environment and boating opportunities.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                • Evening:<\/strong>\n
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                                  • Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary<\/strong>\n
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                                    • End your day with a visit to Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary, a protected area and tiger reserve offering opportunities for jeep safaris and wildlife spotting.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                                      Day 3: Historical Temples & Scenic Views<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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                                      • Morning:<\/strong>\n
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                                        • Kudremukh National Park<\/strong>\n
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                                          • Explore Kudremukh National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its rich biodiversity and scenic landscapes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                          • Hanuman Gundi Falls<\/strong>\n
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                                            • Visit Hanuman Gundi Falls, a beautiful waterfall located within the Kudremukh National Park.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                            • Afternoon:<\/strong>\n
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                                              • Veera Narayana Temple, Belavadi<\/strong>\n
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                                                • Visit the Veera Narayana Temple in Belavadi, an exquisite example of Hoysala architecture.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                • Sringeri Mutt<\/strong>\n
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                                                  • Conclude your trip with a visit to the Sringeri Mutt, an ancient Hindu monastery located on the banks of the Tunga River.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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                                                    Top Attractions in Chikmagalur<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
                                                    Place<\/strong><\/th>Popularity<\/strong><\/th>Avg. Time Spent<\/strong><\/th>Entry Fee<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
                                                    Mullayanagiri Peak<\/td>Very High<\/td>2\u20133 hours<\/td>Free<\/td><\/tr>
                                                    Baba Budangiri<\/td>High<\/td>1\u20132 hours<\/td>Free<\/td><\/tr>
                                                    Jhari Falls<\/td>High<\/td>1\u20132 hours<\/td>Free<\/td><\/tr>
                                                    Hirekolale Lake<\/td>High<\/td>1 hour<\/td>Free<\/td><\/tr>
                                                    Coffee Museum<\/td>Moderate<\/td>1 hour<\/td>\u20b920\u2013\u20b950<\/td><\/tr>
                                                    Hebbe Falls<\/td>Very High<\/td>1.5\u20132 hours<\/td>\u20b950 (entry) + \u20b9590 (jeep)<\/td><\/tr>
                                                    Kemmangundi<\/td>High<\/td>2 hours<\/td>Free<\/td><\/tr>
                                                    Z Point<\/td>High<\/td>1.5 hours<\/td>Free<\/td><\/tr>
                                                    Ayyanakere Lake<\/td>Moderate<\/td>1.5 hours<\/td>Free<\/td><\/tr>
                                                    Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary<\/td>Very High<\/td>2 hours<\/td>\u20b9300\u2013\u20b9400 (jeep safari)<\/td><\/tr>
                                                    Kudremukh National Park<\/td>High<\/td>3\u20134 hours<\/td>\u20b9100\u2013\u20b9200 (entry)<\/td><\/tr>
                                                    Hanuman Gundi Falls<\/td>Moderate<\/td>1 hour<\/td>Free<\/td><\/tr>
                                                    Veera Narayana Temple<\/td>Moderate<\/td>1 hour<\/td>Free<\/td><\/tr>
                                                    Sringeri Mutt<\/td>High<\/td>1.5 hours<\/td>Free<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

                                                    Notes:<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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                                                    • Hebbe Falls<\/em> requires a jeep ride from Kemmangundi, which costs approximately \u20b9590 per person.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                    • Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary<\/em> offers jeep safaris at \u20b9300\u2013\u20b9400 per person.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                    • Kudremukh National Park<\/em> requires an entry fee of \u20b9100\u2013\u20b9200 per person.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                    • Coffee Museum<\/em> provides insights into Chikmagalur’s coffee heritage and is a great spot for enthusiasts.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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