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Created Date: 15 December 2014
Best of Madikeri Recommended by Indian travellers
A nice trip
Madikeri is an awesome place
specially water fall and view from
Surendr the top :) Nice journey. I have
stayed here for only one day but it
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Guide includes:About destination | Top things to do | Best accommodations | Travelling tips | Best time to visit
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About Madikeri
Madikeri, also known as Mercara, is a lush hill station in the Coorg region of Karnataka.
Situated at a height of more than 1500 m above the sea level, the natural splendor of the town
has made it famous as the ‘Scotland of India’. Tributaries of the River Kaveri run through the
town.
Madikeri's misty hills, waterfalls, dense forests and vast tea and coffee plantations have made it
a popular holiday destination. Madikeri is the heartland of Coorg kings who ruled the land since
the late 17th century.
History of Madikeri
The Kodagu (Coorgi) people were the earliest inhabitants of Madikeri and for centuries they
lived as agriculturists. Since the late 9th century, a number of famous royal dynasties like the
Gangas, Cholas and the Hoyasalas ruled the land. The kings of Haleri are believed to have
been the last royal family of the region.
People & Culture of Madikeri
The River Kaveri is sacred to the Coorgies. With reverence to the ancient river, they proudly
call themselves as children of the Kaveri. They are regarded as skilled agriculturists and are
equally famous for their hospitality. During the Kaveri Shankaramana Festival, people from all
over Karnataka gather at Talakaveri, about 50 km from Madikeri to take a holy dip in the waters.
Kailpoldu is a harvest festival that is celebrated every September. Here men worship their
weapons and agricultural implements and indulge in sports and outdoor activities. Puttari is
another festival that is celebrated during the rice-harvest season. Coorg cuisine with its Panndi
curry, Koli Barthad and Kaipulli is famous all over India.
Things to do in Madikeri
Some of the popular attractions of Madikeri are the Abbey Falls, Rajah’s Seat,
Omkareshwara Temple, Madikeri Fort, etc. Madikeri is known for its forest honey as well as
select grades of rubber, teak and cocoa.
Three wildlife sanctuaries – Bahmagiri Wildlife Sanctuary, Pushpagiri Wildlife Sanctuary and
Tala Cauvery Wildlife Sanctuary and one National Park – the Nagarhole National Park, provide
habitat and protection to the many varieties of animals, trees and herbs. To explore the region
comprehensively and according to one’s preferences, several Madikeri holiday packages are
provided by various tour agents and operators.
Madikeri offers tourists endless opportunities to indulge in adventure activities and water sports
like trekking to Thandiyandamole and Pushpagiri which are the highest peaks in the region.
Trout and mahaseer fishing can be done at Valnur Fishing Camp near Kushalnagar. The best
time for fishing in Madikeri is from October through May. Elephant rides at Dubare Elephant
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camp and white water rafting in Upper Barapole river are other things to do in Madikeri.
Food & Shopping in Madikeri
The cuisine of Coorg, and thereby Madikeri, comprises mainly of non-vegetarian delicacies.The
staple food of the area is fragrant rice, which is known as sannakki and is cooked in various
different ways like aaki oti (rice chapatti), kadambuttu (rice balls) and nool puttu (rice noodles).
Aaki oti is generally served with either pickle made from tender bamboo shoot or mudrakanibengal gram chutney. Nool puttu is mostly eaten with Coorg's special chicken curry. The unique
pork dish, which is the speciality of Coorg, is served with kadambuttu. Some of the popular
vegetarian delicacies are baimbale curry, kemb kande curry, kumm curry, therme thopp curry
and mudure kanni.
Shopping in Madikeri mostly consists of local handicrafts that can be purchased from shops
along the streets. Madikeri has numerous shops, where tourists can purchase coffee, tea,
cardamom and other spices. The Friday Market is a good place to buy perfumes, sandalwood
oil, bidriware, rosewood and sandalwood carvings, ethnic jewellery etc.
Travelling to Madikeri
Madikeri can be reached by flights, trains and buses. The nearest airport is over 130 km away
at Mangalore. The nearest international airport is at Karipur in Kozhikode of Kerala, which is
180 km away from Madikeri.
The city does not have its own railway station. However, it can be reached from the railway
terminals of Mangalore, Hassan, Kannur and other places. Mysore Junction and Mangalore
Junction railway stations are the two major railheads that can be used to reach Madikeri.
Mangalore Junction Railway Station is located around 155 km away from Madikeri and can be
reached within 2 hours and 50 minutes. Taxis charge between INR1500 and INR2500, while
buses charge INR50.
KSRTC buses as well as private buses provide services to Madikeri from nearby cities in the
region.These buses connect Madikeri to Bangalore, Ooty, Tirupathi, Mumbai and Kasargod.
KSRTC operates Rajahamsa Executive bus, Volvo 6x2 Multi Axle Inter City bus, Deluxe, Semi
deluxe and Express buses to this station.
Travelling within Madikeri
For travelling within the town, walking is considered as the best option. The only available mode
of transportation within the region is taxis. Tourists can avail taxis for sightseeing in and around
the hill station. Taxis charge around INR1000 to INR1200, for commuting within the region.
Accommodation options in Madikeri
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Madikeri hotel options range from budget to luxury ones. For backpackers and budget
travellers the best hotel options are near the fort and Raja’s Seat. There are also a number of
homestays in and around the region.
Madikeri’s climate is moderate and pleasant. The temperature in winters is mostly in the range
of 15-20° Celsius. The river-forests-hills combination keeps the summer temperature between
25-35° Celsius. The monsoon season fills the waterfalls and the channels of the Kaveri which
draws a lot of tourists. September-March is the best time to visit Madikeri.
Information
State:
Karnataka
Famous for/as: Hill
Top attractions in Madikeri recommended by HolidayIQ.com travellers
Abbey Falls
Type:
Water Fall
Entry: Free
Ranked: 1 Of 28
Ratings: 5.61/7 (47 Reviews)
"After treading a path of half kilometre from the entrance through a coffee plantation kind of
jungle , you start to hear the waterfall from 3-400 m before and the mood turns so upbeat. The
view was breathtaking , however you can only take..." - Sk Pasupuleti, Hyderabad, 1 month
ago
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Dubare Elephant Camp
Type:
Sanctuary
Entry: Paid
Ranked: 2 Of 28
Ratings: 5.31/7 (38 Reviews)
Timings: Monday - Friday - 09:00 To 18:00 , Saturday - 09:00 To 18:00 , Sunday - 09:00 To
18:00 , Public Holidays - 09:00 To 18:00
"Nice location we can enjoyed lot. Nice spot n nice location. Some what expansive. Please don't
go for rafting at this location. Bcoz for rafting we have many other vendors near to this location
n after this location there it will be helpful in..." - Jayachandr L, Bangalore, 1 month ago
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Raja's Seat
Type:
View Point
Entry: Paid
Ranked: 3 Of 28
Ratings: 5.18/7 (30 Reviews)
"Good spot for sunrise and sunset. Nothing great time can spend. Only can take photos. Its just
like a garden. can't enjoy more other than enjoying nature. nothing fantastic. Its just like a view
point. we can enjoy the same around this..." - Jayachandr L, Bangalore, 1 month ago
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Omkareshwara Temple
Type:
Temple
Entry: Free
Ranked: 4 Of 28
Ratings: 5.60/7 (21 Reviews)
Timings: Monday - Friday - 07:00 To 18:00 , Saturday - 07:00 To 18:00 , Sunday - 07:00 To
18:00 , Public Holidays - 07:00 To 18:00
"It construction style like maze-ed But its an old temple lord shiva in madikeri. small pond there
different color fishes ducks were there. nothing more great . Its just like a old temple of that city.
" - Jayachandr L, Bangalore, 1 month ago
Cauvery Nisargadhama
Type:
Park
Entry: Paid
Ranked: 5 Of 28
Ratings: 5.16/7 (17 Reviews)
Timings: Monday - Friday - 09:00 To 17:30 , Saturday - 09:00 To 17:30 , Sunday - 09:00 To
17:30 , Public Holidays - 09:00 To 17:30
"This is an island on the river cauvery. Activities are elephant ride and boating. One can carry
games etc. and spend a few hours playing. Nothing else to do other than roaming around the
island." - Sunil Shenoy, Bangalore, 2 months ago
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Madikeri Fort
Type:
Fort
Entry: Free
Ranked: 6 Of 28
Ratings: 3.60/7 (9 Reviews)
Timings: Monday - Friday - 09:00 To 17:00 , Saturday - 09:00 To 17:00 , Sunday - 09:00 To
17:00 , Public Holidays - 09:00 To 17:00
"Waste of going it all offices area no one is there to tell U nor to guide U what to see and how to
go" - Manmadh , Hyderabad, Jan 24, 2014
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Gaddige Tombs
Type:
Tomb
Entry: Free
Ranked: 7 Of 28
Ratings: 2.88/7 (4 Reviews)
"One of the best maintained tombs that i have come across till date. The tailor made garden
enhances the tomb. Amazing greenery in and around the tomb. Peaceful to your eyes. " Sunil Gowda, Bangalore, Apr 12, 2014
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Chelavara Falls
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Type:
Water Fall
Entry: Free
Ranked: 8 Of 28
Ratings: 4.50/7 (3 Reviews)
"nice for photographers. had a great time with family" - Suneel Rao, Bangalore, Oct 31, 2013
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Bhagamandala
Type:
Temple
Entry: Free
Ranked: 9 Of 28
Ratings: 6.00/7 (2 Reviews)
Timings: Monday - Friday - 06:00 To 20:00 , Saturday - 06:00 To 20:00 , Sunday - 06:00 To
20:00 , Public Holidays - 06:00 To 20:00
"There is a famous temple known as Sri Bhagandeshwara temple, where Bhagandeshwara
(Ishwara), Subramanya, Mahavishnu and Ganapati are installed. Bhagamandala is a pilgrimage
place in Kodagu district of Karnataka. It is situated on the river Kaveri..." - Jayachandr L,
Bangalore, 1 month ago
10 Anjaneya
Gudi
Type:
Temple
Entry: Free
Ranked: 10 Of 28
Timings: Monday - Friday - 06:00 To 20:00 , Saturday - 06:00 To 20:00 , Sunday - 06:00 To
20:00 , Public Holidays - 06:00 To 20:00
Popular hotels in Madikeri recommended by HolidayIQ.com travellers
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Hill View Hotel
Price:
Rs. 1,750 - 2,000
Ranked: 1 Of 123
Ratings: 4.61/7 (239 Reviews)
Address: Hill Road
Madikeri
Phone: 08272-223808
Website: Www.hotelhillviewcoorg.com
"Its placed in the heart of Coorg. nice location view. The hotel does not not have
the restaurant. Overall this average hotel. the service point of view this is very
good. The place is neat and clean and very cost..." - Shinath M, Bangalore, 3
days ago
Read 239 hotel reviews on HolidayIQ.com
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Prashanti Resort
Price:
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Price:
Rs. Upto 2,000
Ranked: 2 Of 123
Ratings: 5.14/7 (143 Reviews)
Address: Mangalore Road
Thalathamane Post
Katakeri Village, Madikeri
Phone: 9448194499
Website: Www.coorgprashantiresort.com
"Location is very nice. Food was very delicious especially the Madekeri special
neer dosa and kadbu. The staff were very helpful. The rooms were clean but not
maintained. They should paint the room and change the furniture's. They are
not..." - Vindya , Adilabad, Today
Read 143 hotel reviews on HolidayIQ.com
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Coorg Regency
Price:
Rs. 1,200 - 2,000
Ranked: 3 Of 123
Ratings: 4.81/7 (148 Reviews)
Address: G.T. Road
Madikeri
Phone: 9449092541
Website: Www.coorgregency.in
"we have stayed here for a night in the month of August 2014, 5 families in 5
deluxe non ac rooms . Hotel is located in the city of Madikeri. worth for the price.
it is good for a short stay.It does not have lift, if old people are there in the..." Venkat reddy Sankalamaddi, Bangalore, 1 week ago
Read 148 hotel reviews on HolidayIQ.com
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Bgrows Holiday Home
Price:
Rs. 1,501 - 2,000
Ranked: 4 Of 123
Ratings: 5.31/7 (62 Reviews)
Address: Dechur
Madikeri
Phone: 7760195222
Website: Www.bgrowsholiday.in
"Ok first of all Madikeri doesn't have a lot of Good Hotel options so me and my
friend chose a home stay..i.e. a popular and convenient option there. It was my
first stay at a home stay and its different but comfortable.. Of course you
cannot..." - Shweta Pal, Agartala, 3 days ago
Read 62 hotel reviews on HolidayIQ.com
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The Capitol Village
Price:
Rs. Upto 2,000
Ranked: 5 Of 123
Ratings: 5.16/7 (68 Reviews)
Address: 5th KM From Madikeri
Sidapur Road
Madikeri
Phone: 08272-225975
"Words are few to express the experience we had as a group..in capitol
village....food....service...surrounding scenic beauty amazing...waiting to get
there again with the same group...thank you anandji....three cheers to capitol
village ...the..." - Vinayak , Bangalore, 2 weeks ago
Read 68 hotel reviews on HolidayIQ.com
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Orange Homestay
Price:
Rs. Upto 1,500
Ranked: 6 Of 123
Ratings: 5.84/7 (50 Reviews)
Address: Kadagadalu Village & P.O
Modur Road, 4th House
Madikeri
Phone: 8272-200235
Website: Www.orangehomestay.co.in
"Fish Fry made by Lathaji was really nice. Coorg traditional breakfast uthapam
was delicious. Little far from city but calm and quiet place to get relaxed. Story
behind coorg was very well described by Lathaji. Nice human being. Swimming
pool..." - Ajit Kumar, Madikeri, 4 days ago
Read 50 hotel reviews on HolidayIQ.com
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Stay Simple-Greenline
Price:
Rs. Upto 2,400
Ranked: 7 Of 123
Ratings: 4.89/7 (54 Reviews)
Address: Katekeri Village Road
Madikeri - Mangalore Highway
Madikeri
Phone: 9686221155
Website: Www.staysimple.in
"This is not a hotel for the in-transit executives to stay overnight, or for families
bent on 'being tourists' i.e. visit as many sites as possible, and visit and shop
from as many markets/shops as possible, all while expecting all the 'hotel'
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type..." - Chintan Lakhani, Chennai, 1 month ago
Read 54 hotel reviews on HolidayIQ.com
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Vivanta by Taj – Madikeri
Price:
Rs. 9,000 - 120,000
Ranked: 8 Of 123
Ratings: 6.13/7 (38 Reviews)
Address: 1st Monnangeri,
Galibeedu Post,
Madikeri,
Phone: 8272-2665800
Website: Www.vivantabytaj.com
"very good location. excellent food rooms verybig with all modern
aminities.swimming was infinity look. narration given by hotel guides regarding
nature of westron gatts was very informative.service was excellent. they taken
good care .it was..." - Gurunathappa , Adoni, 6 days ago
Read 38 hotel reviews on HolidayIQ.com
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Shanti Estate
Price:
Rs. 1,200 - 1,500
Ranked: 9 Of 123
Ratings: 5.36/7 (42 Reviews)
Address: PB No 26
Madikeri
Phone: 08272-223690
" “Coorg “ The Scotland of India is situated in the state of Karnataka. No
doubt it’s the best destination for all nature lovers to spend their vacation. â
€˜Shanti Homestay’ is situated in the picturesque beauty of Kodagu district
just..." - Sowmya Raghavendra, Bangalore, 2 months ago
Read 42 hotel reviews on HolidayIQ.com
10 Sri
Venkateshwara Residency
Price:
Rs. Upto 2,400
Ranked: 10 Of 123
Ratings: 5.16/7 (38 Reviews)
Address: Murnad Road
Madikeri
Phone: 08272-222292
Website: Www.coorgresidency.com
"Though we only stayed here for a few days, they were memorable ones. The
hotel is some distance away from Madikeri, but the road is an easy one and it's
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easy to find one's way. The rooms are comfortable, including a ready supply of
warm water..." - Ravi Philip, Afzalpura, 2 days ago
Read 38 hotel reviews on HolidayIQ.com
View all Madikeri hotels
Popular Madikeri packages
Honeymoon Delights - 2
Rs:
10763
No of days: 5 Days & 4 Nights
Destination: Bangalore, Mysore, Madikeri
Travel Agent: Mysore Tour
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Best way to travel from Bangalore to Madikeri
Madikeri is located at a distance of 250 km from Bangalore. Known as the 'Scotland of India',
Madikeri is well-connected to Bangalore by roadways. Madikeri does not have its own railway
station or airport. However, the best way to reach Madikeri from Bangalore is by car. The places
covered during the journey are Bangalore-61 km->Channapatna-38 km-> Mandya-46 km>Mysore-87 km->Kushalnagar-30 km->Madikeri. Several Indian Oil and HP Petrol pumps are
located along the road. Eateries like Mc Donald's, KFC and Cafe Coffee Day are located at a
few points on the route.
Transport options from Bangalore to Madikeri
Bangalore to Madikeri By Car: Take a car or hire a taxi from Bangalore to Madikeri, a journey
about 5 hours. The cost of cab ranges from INR 9 to INR 40, depending upon the type of car.
Ideal for families travelling with kids and senior citizens.
Read more Travel options on HolidayIQ.com
Bangalore To Madikeri
(211Km)
Chennai To Madikeri
(494Km)
Mumbai To Madikeri
(792Km)
Hyderabad To Madikeri
(627Km)
Pune To Madikeri
(710Km)
Mangalore To Madikeri
(110Km)
Mysore To Madikeri
(99Km)
Delhi To Madikeri
(1815Km)
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Madikeri weather
Best Season / Best Time to Visit Madikeri
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Best Time to Visit Madikeri
The best time to visit Madikeri is anytime from September to March. Madikeri or Mercara is a hill
station in Karnataka and a very popular tourist destination in the southern part of India. It was
formerly known as 'Muddurajakeri' after the name of the Haleri king, Madikeri enjoys a pleasant
climate throughout the year and the seasons it experiences are summer, monsoon and winter.
Summer in Madikeri
Warm summers carry on from March to May with May being the hottest. The maximum
temperature at this time is somewhere around 36° C.
Monsoon in Madikeri
Moderate rainfall and seasonal waterfalls are a beautiful sight at this time of year. This is why
this season attracts hordes of visitors to the destination.
Winter in Madikeri
Winter extends from November to February and is the most suitable time for tourist activities
and sightseeing. Temperature levels stay between 14° C and 29° C at this time.
Things to Do During Summer
One of the biggest attractions over here is the Abbey Falls, which is situated only 8 km away
from Madikeri. A must-visit is the Dubare Elephant Camp, located on the bank of Cauvery
River.
Things to Do During Winter
Tourists must experience boating on River Cauvery. Other attractions include visiting
Nisargadhama, which is an island in the middle of the Cauvery. A visit to Nagarhole National
Park and Kotebetta, the third highest peak in Coorg is a must during winter.
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