01Waterfall · Nature
Abbey Falls iconic waterfall
8 km · 20 min driveOne of Coorg's most iconic waterfalls, set in the middle of coffee and spice plantations. The walk through the estate to the falls is part of the experience — a short, easy trail surrounded by greenery, with viewing platforms once you arrive.
02Monastery · Culture
Golden Temple Namdroling Monastery
35 km · 1 hr driveA vibrant Tibetan monastery known as the Golden Temple, with intricate golden statues and a quiet, contemplative atmosphere. Worth the drive — peaceful courtyards, monks in maroon robes, and one of the most striking interiors in the region.
03Viewpoint · Garden
Raja's Seat sunset viewpoint
1.5 km · 5 min driveA beloved viewpoint right in Madikeri, famous for panoramic sunsets over the rolling Coorg hills. There are landscaped gardens, benches to settle in, and a cool evening breeze that makes it a daily ritual for locals and travellers alike.
04Wildlife · Forest
Nagarhole National Park wildlife reserve
90 km · 2.5 hr driveOne of South India's most celebrated wildlife reserves. Elephants, gaur, leopards, and on lucky days a tiger sighting — book a morning or evening safari for the best chances. The forest itself is dense, ancient, and quietly humbling.
05Plantation · Coffee
Coffee Estates plantation walks
From 2 km · Multiple estatesWalk through Coorg's famous plantations and meet the families who grow the coffee. Many estates around Madikeri offer guided plantation walks, brewing demos, and tastings — the slow, fragrant heart of Coorg's identity.
06History · Heritage
Madikeri Fort historic centre
1 km · 5 min walkA 17th-century fort right in the centre of town, easy to walk to from the hotel. The on-site museum traces the layered history of Coorg, and the grounds give a sense of the town as it would have been centuries ago.
Plan your tripOur team can arrange guided plantation walks, monastery visits, and safari bookings during your stay.