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21 Feb, 2023

Best Treks in Chikmagalur for Adventurous experience

Chikmagalur, tucked away in the lush green mountains of the Western Ghats and surrounded with beautiful coffee plantations, is a beautiful destination to spend your next weekend.

04 Feb, 2023

Why visit Chikmagalur this Valentine’s day?

Chikmagalur is an excellent place to visit for those couples who love nature and what better way to spend this romantic holiday

30 Jan, 2023

10 Things to do in Chikmagalur this year

Fragrant coffee estates, high summits that make you dizzy, tranquil trekking trails, picture-perfect attractions, Chikmagalur has it all!

27 Jan, 2023

Bhadra Wildlife Santuary

Situated 38 kilometers from the Chikmagalur town, very much still in Karnataka is the Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary. A must-see sightseeing place it offers wildlife lovers a truly unforgettable experience.

30 Dec, 2022

Celebrating New Year's in Chikmagalur

Every New Year is marked by festivities and with people celebrating and partying to bring-in the upcoming year on a good note.This year too the 31st of December 2022 is going to be no different with people

13 Dec, 2022

Neelakurinji blooms in Chikmagalur

Once every 12 years, the hill sides of the Western Ghats are encompassed in splendid hues of purplish blue as that is when the legendary Neelakurinji flowers blossom.

11 Nov, 2022

Why take a weekend getaway to Chikmagalur?

Are you planning a quick weekend outing? Chikmagalur is an alluring spot and is the perfect weekend getaway.With majestic waterfalls, lush green mountains, aromatic coffee plantations, cool climate, it is one of the natural wonders found in the Western Ghats.

04 Nov, 2022

Soulful winter in Chikmagalur

Picture this-lush green mountains, cooling waterfalls, and pleasant climate while you are tucked away in a blissful homestay surrounded by incredible coffee plantations.

28 Oct, 2022

Activities to do on a Homestay

More and more travellers are looking for great homestay experiences, where better to experience the true culture of Chikmagalur than in people’s homes? Homestays are becoming a popular choice for hospitality and lodging where tourists and visitors

19 Oct, 2022

Guide to Stay with the Malnad Locals

Some of my best nights spent traveling to Chikmagalur have been inside a comfy homestay with wholesome home-cooked meals, interesting conversations, and decent amenities.

Exploring the coffee culture of Chikmagalur during monsoons

Here is a fun question to all caffeine lovers- how often a day would you drink a cup of coffee if you had to? What if I told you there is a chance for you to indulge in the fresh aromatic smell of caffeine on picture perfect hilly landscapes?

Travel along the misty skyline of Chikmagalur, surrounded by some of the country’s finest beans. This is the place where coffee was first cultivated in India, and here is why it can be every coffee lover’s dream destination during the monsoons

Exclusive coffee Plantation tour:

For starters, there is a reason why people rush to Chikmagalur and stay in homestays. Besides the stunning views, you will be welcomed first thing in the morning with a hot cuppa and can take a tour around the coffee estate. Be sure to grab a tour guide with you to explain the history of coffee along with the process of manufacturing coffee too.

The first step includes picking the cherry which is then sent for de-pulping and drying of the beans. The next step is the coffee beans are kept for roasting and grinding in the local factories. It is then followed by packaging and distribution. It is ideal to stay in homestays to get that homily feeling with warm hosts who will give you an insight into the journey of coffee from the plantation to the hot cup of heaven in your arms. Plus, you can score some scrumptious lunch and enjoy the beautiful scenery.

Heavenly Monsoons:

Situated in the foothills of the Western Ghats, is a place you can escape and enjoy a mini staycation. Visiting Chikmagalur during monsoons is an experience you will never forget. The lush green hills and cascading waterfalls makes this hills station more inviting for tourists especially coffee lovers who just want nothing more than to relax, drink a hot cuppa and enjoy the rains.

Homestays serving the best coffee:

If you are travelling to Chikmagalur for the coffee, make sure you stay in a top of a plantation with a view of wild coffee bushes. Many coffee estates have been converted into homestays and invite visitors all year throughout. See how coffee is cultivated first-hand by the experts and don’t forget to sip a warm, comforting mug served fresh in any homestay.

4D Coffee Experience:

Visit the most fascinating café ‘World of coffee’ for the best coffee experience Chikmagalur. Apart from the delicious coffee, they have India’s first 3D interactive coffee wall which lights up with interesting facts about coffee by placing a palm. They also have an aroma station, tasting section, brewing bar, and bakery as well. So, the next time you go to Chikmagalur, be sure to visit this one-stop destination for everything related to coffee.

Incredible Views:

The hill station is also home to Karnataka’s highest peak, Mullayangiri and other fascinating hiking spots for trekkers and those who wish to go on a short hike.