Coorg near Ooty is one of the most beautiful tourist places in South India. Nestled amidst green valleys dotted with coffee plantations, Coorg is every nature lover's dream destination. Unwind yourself amidst the green hills with the whiff of coffee refreshing you throughout your journey. Hills and mountains with sprawling acres of greenery, Coorg is the heaven for tourists in Southern part of India. At Ooty India, you can get online information on excursions from Coorg.

 

Excursions from Coorg near Ooty:

There are a number of tourist places where you can plan excursions from Coorg.

• Kakkabe

Located near Coorg, the place is famous for Padi Igutappa temple. This is one of the important temples in Coorg. Asia's famous honey farms are located in Kakkabe which is also one of the major tourist attractions of Coorg. If are on your tour to Coorg then plan excursions from Coorg to Kakkabe. It is just a 90 minutes drive from Madikeri.

• Cauvery Nisargadhama

This a beautiful 64 acre island located 28 km from Madikeri in Coorg. An island surrounded by the beautiful waters of River Cauvery, the place is covered with dense woodlands of bamboo groves, sandalwood and teak trees. The river cottages provide excellent accommodation facilities for the guests. Spend a few days in exploring this beautiful river island on your excursion from Coorg to Nisargadhama.

• Talacauvery

Regarded as a sacred destination, Talacauvery is the source of river Cauvery. From the Brahmagiri Hill near Talacauvery the River Cauvery originates and this is the place where a number of pilgrims visit every year. Serene and tranquil this place is considered to be the perfect destination for the nature lovers. The pilgrims also carry the water of the holy river on their visit to Talacauvery. It takes 90 minutes from Madikeri to Talacauvery.

• Nagarhole National Park

One of the famous wildlife sanctuaries in South India, Nagarhole National Park was earlier the hunting grounds of the royalty. From elephants, tigers, panthers, rhinos and wild elephants to the gaur, wild dogs, deer, and langur, this is the dream destination for wildlife buffs. Enjoy your elephant safari in the Nagarhole National Park. So plan your excursions from Coorg and do not miss the Nagarhole National Park. It is located at a distance of 96 kms from Madikeri in Coorg.

• Abbi Falls

Popular for being one of the most striking waterfalls close to Coorg, they are situated at a distance of 7 kilometers from Madikeri. Your road journey to the falls, takes you through the winding roads and dense forests. These beautiful falls, flow from the mountains, forming a hazy cloud beneath. An ideal retreat or a picnic spot from the tourist, it is also quite popular amongst hikers as well as trekkers.

• Somwarpet

Famous for its coffee plantation, Somwarpet is located at a distance of 42 kilometers from Madikeri. During your visit to these coffee plantations that are dotted all around green valley, the aroma of fresh coffee leaves fills your senses. Housing some of the finest coffee plantations, this beautiful destination, is perfect for a day trip from Coorg.