16 March,2022 06:11 PM IST | Mumbai | BrandMedia
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You've been home for two years. It's time for some fun-filled adventure to feel rejuvenated. You can enjoy nature and some thrilling activities by choosing to visit Coorg. Although it's the smallest district of Karnataka, it has much in store for your wanderlust. Here's a look.
Coorg has everything that your adventure-seeking soul longs for. Lofty mountains, majestic waterfalls, rippling rivers, sprawling coffee plantations, large dams, wildlife camps and sanctuary, and so much more. Also, you can choose from resorts in Coorg that offer both exciting activities and relaxation. Coorg is a must-visit if you wish to combine a relaxing holiday with some adventure activities.
It's ideal to visit Coorg in the summer (March-June), especially in March and April. The days are pleasantly warm during this time. The valleys are shrouded in must. The weather is perfect for walking, trekking, and cycling.
Here are 7 outdoor experiences offered in Coorg.
The best place to visit in Coorg for whitewater rafting is the Barapole river. As the journey begins, feel your heart race and your adrenaline rush as the boat vigorously splashes water while you paddle on. Rafting hours are between 11 am and 6 pm.
Love elephants? Then this camp is a must-visit. Timings are 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm and 8:30 am to 11 am. In the camp, a trained naturalist can educate you about elephant biology, ecology and history. Watch elephants being groomed with a scrub-bath and their tusks and forehead being oiled. Learn about the preparation of elephant food and how it's fed. Mahouts will show you how the elephants obey them.
It's conducted by the Karnataka Forest Department from 6-8 am and 3-5 pm. Choose a suitable timing. Go to the nearest location, the Veeranahosalli Gate or the Nanchhi Gate. The sanctuary opens the world of Asiatic elephants, Bengal and other tigers and even spotted deer, antelopes, Sambar Deer, wild boars, wild gaurs and various species of birds. You can also find numerous rosewood and teak trees.
The ideal place to visit in Coorg for trekking is the Brahmagiri. Trekking time starts at 9 am. If you're fit to trek, try ascending as high as you can up to 5200 ft above sea level. Once you reach the top, the jaw-dropping view makes all your efforts worth it.
If you choose Club Mahindra Coorg resorts that gives you access to an Adventure Valley, you can participate in exciting high-rope activities. Doubtlessly, the resort staff will protect you with the required safety equipment.
You can enjoy this amazing ride if you choose a resort that offers it. The All-Terrain Vehicle is fit to run on any kind of terrain and has 3-4 wheels and a steering handle. Touring a coffee plantation on this vehicle is an experience not to be missed.
Some resorts also offer an E-cycle tour of the place. If you want an eco-friendly touring option, this is the one. While you explore unseen places in Coorg on the E-cycle, you can prevent petrol/diesel emissions and thereby, benefit the environment.
The wonderful location of Club Mahindra Virajpet/Madikeri resort allows you to easily access all the important tourist spots in Coorg. The room and resort facilities ensure you have a memorable holiday. You can relax in the pool or go for some coffee tasting or get a rejuvenating coffee scrub massage. You can even participate in a range of delightful resort activities.
