Coorg Tour Packages
Coorg (Kodagu) is Karnataka's coffee country, a district of misty hills, estates shaded by silver oak and waterfalls in the forest.
Coorg at a glance
- LocationKarnataka, India
- Time zoneIndian Standard Time (UTC+5:30)
- Driving sideLeft
- Calling code+91
- CurrencyIndian rupee (INR)
- LanguagesKannada
- Ideal stay2–3 days
- Getting thereMangaluru International Airport (IXE), about…
Best time to visit: October to March
Top Coorg travel packages
A few of our Coorg itineraries in different travel styles. Every one is private and can be changed to suit you.
Hill-station holidaysOoty · Mysuru · CoorgNilgiris & Coorg Hill Circuit6 Days | 5 Nights
Road tripsWayanad · Coorg · MysuruMalabar & Coorg Road Trip6 Days | 5 Nights
Family holidaysMysuru · CoorgMysuru & Coorg Holiday4 Days | 3 Nights
Honeymoon packagesCoorgCoorg Coffee Estate Honeymoon4 Days | 3 NightsEssential tips for travelling to Coorg
UPI and cards are widely accepted in cities and hotels; keep some cash for small shops, rural areas, hill towns and tips.
Tipping is not compulsory; around 5–10% in restaurants and a small tip for drivers and guides is appreciated.
Drink bottled or filtered water; it is cheap and easy to find.
112 (all emergencies)
Languages spoken: Kannada.
Bengaluru is the main airport, with Mangaluru and Hubballi for the coast and north. Overnight trains reach Hospet (for Hampi) from Bengaluru.
Mysuru Palace is lit with nearly 100,000 bulbs on Sunday and public-holiday evenings for a short window.
Hampi is spread out; hire a guide for the first day and a bicycle or auto-rickshaw for the second.
Stay on a working coffee estate; the hosts often include a plantation walk.
General guidance. Local rules and services change; we confirm details for your dates.
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Everything you need to know about Coorg
Coorg (Kodagu) is Karnataka's coffee country, a district of misty hills, estates shaded by silver oak and waterfalls in the forest. The Kodava people have their own culture, cuisine and martial traditions, and homestays on working estates are the best way to experience it.
Highlights include Abbey Falls, Raja's Seat, Namdroling Monastery (Golden Temple) and Dubare Elephant Camp. Local food worth trying: Pandi curry (Kodava pork), Akki roti and Fresh estate coffee. Plan 2–3 days here; it suits honeymooners, nature lovers, families. Our Coorg itineraries run from 4 to 9 days and every one can be changed to suit you.
When to go
October to March. Clear skies; coffee blossoms in March–April. Monsoon is lush but leech season.
How to reach Coorg
- By air: Mangaluru International Airport (IXE), about 140 km, or Kannur (CNN), about 90 km
- By rail: Mysuru Junction, about 120 km
- By road: About 5–6 hours from Bengaluru
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Private, customisable itineraries with prices quoted for your dates, hotel category and group size.
6D / 5NOoty · Mysuru · CoorgNilgiris & Coorg Hill Circuit
A cross-state hill loop: Ooty's gardens and toy train, Mysuru's palace on the way down and two nights among Coorg's coffee estates.
View itinerary →6D / 5NWayanad · Coorg · MysuruMalabar & Coorg Road Trip
A green road trip across the Western Ghats: Wayanad's forests, Coorg's coffee country and Mysuru's palace on the final evening.
View itinerary →4D / 3NMysuru · CoorgMysuru & Coorg Holiday
The palace city and coffee country: Mysuru's palace, Chamundi Hill and Brindavan Gardens, then two nights on a Coorg estate.
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4D / 3NCoorgCoorg Coffee Estate Honeymoon
Three nights in a plantation stay with estate walks, Abbey Falls, Raja's Seat at sunset and candlelit dinners among the coffee.
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9D / 8NBengaluru · Mysuru · Coorg · ChikmagalurKarnataka Grand Tour
Nine days from palaces to plantations to the ruins of Vijayanagara, taking in the state's three most different landscapes.
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5D / 4NCoorg · KabiniCoorg & Kabini Nature Holiday
Coffee hills and wildlife in one trip: Coorg's waterfalls and Dubare elephant camp, then safaris at Kabini.
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Top things to see in Coorg
CoorgSunset viewpoint over the valleys
CoorgTibetan monastery at Bylakuppe
KarnatakaSource of the Kaveri River
KarnatakaJeep ride to a hilltop viewpoint
Wildlife in Coorg
CoorgRiverside elephant camp
Wildlife experiences
Sightings depend on season and luck and are never guaranteed. Keep your distance, stay with licensed guides and never feed wild animals.
Cultural experiences in Coorg
Heritage and landmarks
CoorgWaterfall set in coffee and spice plantations
CoorgTibetan monastery at Bylakuppe
On the menuFood to try
- Pandi curry (Kodava pork)
- Akki roti
- Fresh estate coffee
Outdoor activities in Coorg
Many activities are seasonal. Best time for Coorg: October to March. We check operating seasons for your dates.
Coorg travel tips
Visa and entry
Indian citizens do not need a visa; carry a government photo ID such as Aadhaar or a passport for hotels and flights.
Health and safety
Travel insurance is a good idea, especially for adventure activities. Carry prescription medicines in their original packaging with a copy of the prescription.
Currency and tipping
The currency is the Indian rupee (INR). Tipping is not compulsory; around 5–10% in restaurants and a small tip for drivers and guides is appreciated.
Best time to visit
October to March. Clear skies; coffee blossoms in March–April. Monsoon is lush but leech season.
Getting around
Bengaluru is the main airport, with Mangaluru and Hubballi for the coast and north. Overnight trains reach Hospet (for Hampi) from Bengaluru.
Local etiquette
- Dress modestly at temples, churches and mosques, and remove footwear where asked.
- Ask before photographing people, and follow photography rules at religious sites and museums.
What to pack
Pack a light jacket or sweater for cool evenings, sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat and swimwear, modest clothing that covers shoulders and knees for religious sites, a compact umbrella or rain jacket and comfortable walking shoes.
Phone and internet
Mobile data is good in towns and cities. Coverage can be patchy in remote, hill and forest areas, so download offline maps before you set off.
Budget
We don't publish fixed prices because the season, hotel category, flights and group size change the cost. Your written quote lists exactly what is included, so you can compare like for like.
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