• Make your mood delightful
• Enchanting natural surroundings
• Stay and visit to the coffee units with guides
• Get impeccable, ravishing and luxury stay
• Estate camping’ with camp fires, water proof tents, authentic food and amazing music

• New Year Celebration
• Western Ghats Trek
• Eco Retreat Stay
• Eco Retreat Stay
• Dinner after the bonfire session
• Some fun and party games for New Year

• Mullayangiri
• Eco Retreat Stay
• Reserve Forest Visit
• Western Ghats Trek

• Extreme Trekking
• Camping
• Waterfalls
• Campfire

• Cycling
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• High Tea / Coffee

• River Rafting
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• High Tea / Coffee

• Trekking
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• High Tea / Coffee

• 1 Day 1 Night
• River Rafting
• Heritage Homestay
• Campfire

• Climb Misty Hills for sightseeing
• Trekking in Western Ghats
• Enjoy World Famous Western Ghats rain
• Photography

• Tea Plantation Stay
• Fine dine - Malnad Cuisines
• Wildlife
• Extreme Off Beat Drive

Kyatanamakki hill station is located near Horanadu of Chikmagalur district of Karnataka. Kyatanamakki is a fully off road route 4×4 jeep plays around the hill base to top and offers a superb scenic beauty on top of the hill. It is located about 20 Km from Kalasa.

Awesome place to spend time with nature. One of the best place to watch the sunset. If going by own vehicle, one will need to park before the tar road ends as from there road is not in good condition and one may need 4wd to reach to the top. From this parking area, one needs to walk about 3km to reach top point. It’s quite an easy walk.

If you like off-road then its paradise for you providing a super magnificent 360-degree view on reaching the hilltop.

wonderful hamlet for trekkers and hikers. While the climb will surely give you an adrenaline rush, the scenic views you’ll be treated to once you reach the top will take your breath away! Embrace nature at its best in the serene, less crowded hills of Kyatanamakki.

Location

Located near Kudremukh area and Hornadu. We can recommend good stay options nearby when visit to Kyatanamakki.

BandeKallu Gudda

Halebidu the ancient Hoysala capital houses the ornate Hoysaleswara and Kedareswara temples, and is one of the well visited tourist attractions of Karnataka. Halebidu is located at a distance of 149 km from Mysore and 31 km from Hassan. The Karnataka State Tourism Bureau offers a rather hectic tour package (from Mysore) covering Sravanabelagola, Halebidu and Belur in one day.

The Hoysaleswara temple dates back to the 12th century CE. It was built by Ketamalla a minister of Vishnuvardhana the Hoysala ruler who also built the Belur temple and the Mahabaleshwar temple at Chamundi Hills near Mysore. Halebidu was sacked by the armies of Malik Kafur in early fourteenth century, after which it fell into a state of disrepair and neglect.

The Hoysaleswara temple enshrines Hoysaleswara and Santaleswara. Hoysaleswara is named after the builder Vishnuvardhana Hoysala and Santaleswara after his wife, Queen Santala. The sancta are built on a stellar plan, with a sukhanasi, navaranga and Nandi Mandapa. Each of these (temples) resembles the Belur Chennakesava temple in plan.

The Hoysaleswara temple is a masterpiece, studded with a profusion of carvings. Thousands of figures appear on its walls. The basement of the temple has the most richly sculptured friezes. Horsemen charge, war elephants charge, all in stone. Scenes from the Ramayana and the Mahabharata add to the grandeur.

Art historian James Fergusson writes of Halebidu thus The Hoysaleswara temple may be probably considered as one of the most marvellous exhibitions of human labor to be found even the patient east. The mode in which the eastern face is broken up by the larger masses, so as to give height and play of light and shade, is a better way of accomplishing what the Gothc artists attempted by their projections. This however is surpassed by the western front, where the variety of outline and arrangement and subordination of the various facets in which it is disposed, must be considered as a masterpiece of design in its class.

If the friezes were to be spread olong a plain surface, it would lose more than half its effect, while the vertical angles, without interfering with the continuity of the frieze give height and strength to the whole composition. The disposition of the horizontal lines of the lower friezes is equally effective. Here again, the artistic combination of horizongal and vertical lines and the play of outline and of light and shate far surpass anything in gothic art.

There are pierced windows on the walls, about a meter high each, with divinities set on pedestals with canopies above. The south door is beautifully sculptured.

The Kedareswara temple built by King Ballala II, at Halebidu now in ruins is considered to be a a gem of architecture. As with the Hoysaleswara temple, this temple has classic friezes, and scenes from the epics. There are a hundred and eighty images set under floral toranas in the upper parts of the walls. Also nearby, are Jain temples dedicated to Parsvanatha, Santhanatha and Adinatha.

Alekan falls is about 18 km from Charmadi in Charmadi Ghats. Alekan falls is situated on the way to Kottigehara from Charmadi. This place is just next to the road before 4 km from Kottigehara.
This water falls is just next to a small bus stop by name ‘alekan horatti’.

Since being both easily accessible and beautiful, it attracts people of all minds both aware of the nature and pollution creating nature.

“Bale Kallu Gudda” – one of the highest hills in Dakshina Kannada District is nearby attraction.

Ayyanakere Lake is located at a distance of 20 km from the town of Chikmagalur. Positioned in the Malnad region, the beautiful water body is frequented by nature lovers. One of the highlights of the lake is the view of a pyramid shaped peak standing alongside the reservoir.

Tourists visit the lake for witnessing the beauty of nature on the Agumbe and Sringeri Hills during sunrise and sunset. Second biggest lake in Karnataka, it was developed in the 12th century with the objective to maintain and enhance the fertility of the land.

It is also a blessing to farmers, for irrigating 21,560 hectares of land in the region. Tourists can also engage in recreational activities at the lake such as fishing and camping at the lakeside. Along with visiting this 900 year old water body, tourists can also visit the Shakhuni Ranganatha Temple that is located nearby.

This is a beautifully maintained garden for entertainment of people of all walks of life. Good for jogging, walking, children’s entertainment.

A small hillock, locally called ‘Rathnagiri Bore’ located on the northern side of Chikmaglur town has become a ‘Star of Attraction’ to the local people on almost all evening outgoings and weekend holidays. Located on a vital spot, it gives the most beautiful sight of ‘Mullayanagiri’ on the back drop with ever-changing natural scenario. Clouds and fog playing around the top of the hill, is really the most wanted place for visitors of all ages. ‘Rathnagiri Bore’ – a small hillock used only by the morning joggers has now been converted into a small but beautiful garden called Mahathma Gandhi Park. It has two entry gates, one for convenience of the walkers and the other main gate for those who can reach by vehicles. The Garden has beautifully designed pathways, steps and lush green lawn on ether sides with variety of colorful flower plants and ornamental plants. There is a water body flowing down from the top of the hill to the fountain point designed to draw the attention of the walkers. The noise of the flowing water is an experience to the young children. The color lights in and around of the garden adds to the beauty of the flowing water.

Multi colored king fountain

Multi colored king fountain in the water of the small pond and four small fountains with their foamy water around welcome the visitors from the main gate. The visitors are thrilled with the sight of the fountain with the garden on the back drop. While you climb the top through the walking path, lotus pond and children-cross bridge halts you for a while. Towards left of the garden, while you go towards the Amphi – Theatre beckons the Nehru Rose Garden. As many as 250 variety of rose plants catches your sight by their colors and shapes. Amphi-Theatre, a totally new concept of mini out door stage activity for the children (with an audience capacity of 250) is a wonderful place for children to celebrate their birth day, conduct mini art and music programs. From there you proceed to kinder play unit with variety of kinder play equipment’s. Children below 12 years will definitely love to spend their time here. At the top of the hill, provisional telescopic view point a plat form from where many enjoys the ever attractive contours of ‘BABA BUDAN GIRI’ sight which will record in your memory for years. A green house and variety of more than 300 species of plants and trees provide ample opportunities to nature lovers and students as well. Navagraha Vana traditional imagination of the nexus between Nature God and the trees takes you back to the Vedic age.

Ratnagiri Toy Train

Ratnagiri Toy Train cynosure of the garden is the real star of attraction and pet entertainer of all. Even the aged people enjoys the one kilometer trip on a most tough laid track with an embankment of the 30 ft height places and bunds. The ground level gives the feeling of the real Malnad tracks. It has gained the nickname ‘the first train of Malnad’. A canteen to serve the visitors with snacks and beverages where you can spend some time enjoying the beauty of scenarios around and occasional sun setting. Majestic entry gate, ticket counter, high-tech toilets are built to the needs of visitors. The garden has become a point of visit for daily walkers and joggers. Visitors rush to the garden and takes joy rides of ‘Ratnagiri Express’.

Angadi which means a market place or shop is 18 km south of Mudigere Town. This place has been identified as Sasakapura or Sosevur which was the original home of Hoyasalas who rose to great power in South India. The shrine here has pillars of granite with cylindrical shafts and hemispherical moldings. Three other ruined temples were dedicated to Keshava, Veerabhadra, and Mallikarjuna.

When a dynasty owes its origins to a myth, one has to see the place where the story was set. It is believed that Sala’s Sosevur is Angadi, a small hamlet in Chikmagalur district of Karnataka. Deep inside coffee plantations lies the temple of the Goddess, along with the ruins of more temples and Jain basadis. The priest will narrate the story and show you the temple where Sala killed the tiger. Although historians dismiss the myth, they do believe that the basadis here are the earliest of the monuments built by the Hoysalas. Small mud roads take you uphill into dense coffee plantations. As you follow the roads, you reach a rugged path that takes you to the basadis. Another path leads you to the three temples, which were completely in ruins when I chanced upon them. They are the Chennakesava, Patalarudreshwara and Mallikarjuna temples. Surrounding you are verdant plantations and all that you can hear is the chirping of birds, with hardly a soul around.

The main attraction of Angadi is Durga or Vasantha Parameshwari Temple located on a hillock. This temple has pillars of granite with cylindrical beams and hemi spherical moldings. The temple has been renovated and well maintained.

There are three other ruined temples at Angadi and it is dedicated to Lord Keshava, Lord Veerabhadra and Lord Mallikarjuna.

Vegetation

The vegetation is of wet deciduous type. This place receives the annual rainfall of more than 120 cm. The temperature varies from 21 degrees Celsius in winter to 39 degrees in summer. Among the flora the commonly found are Sandalwood, Teak, Rosewood, Honne etc.It is also famous for the Bhadra wildlife sanctuary which is home to over 100 species of flora and fauna. The most commonly found are Bison, spotted deer, Elephant. This sanctuary is one of the Tiger reserve in the state.

Dam/Reservoir

This dam was designed by Sir M. Visvesvaraya, the then chief Engineer of Mysore state. The height of this dam is 194 ft(including Building height). The dam is scenic with full of water throughout the year. The Reservoir is one among the oldest and scenic in karnataka, which measures 186 ft in height, is having four crest gates.[2] The reservoir is surrounded by the Western ghats. This multipurpose dam serving the purpose of irrigation as well as there is also a generating station with two turbines. The Bhadra reservoir is the important source for irrigation, drinking and for other industrial activity of Davanagere, Chitradurga district.

Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary

The back water of the dam has created many forested islands with the hill ranges forming wonderful surroundings. There is also Bhadra wildlife Sanctuary at backwaters of this dam. The Bhadra wildlife sanctuary covers a region of 492 km square. You can notice wild animals like Tiger, Leopard. Herds of Elephants, Spotted Deer. The sanctuary has started a tiger-conservation project called ‘Project Tiger’ that is an initiative from the Indian Government.

Tourism

The Scenic view of the dam and the backwaters itself forms the core of the tourism. The temple of God Shiva Linga also known as Someshwara is on the banks of the River Bhadra which is 5 km from Lakkavalli. Here the annual fair takes place in the month of December/January. Dattatreya Park is coming up next to the temple. The local deity of the village is Marikamba and a grand Marikamba fair, happens every 3 or 5 or 7 years, which is based on the local legend.One of its kind starts from Sirsi in Uttara Kannada passes through Sagara, Shivamogga and some other towns and villages and ends in Lakkavalli.

Legend of Marikamba

The legend is “In olden days a girl should have married within 18 years of age but Marikamba, a brahmin girl by birth, attains 18 without marriage, so she is left in the forest. There she marries a cobbler, who pretends to be a brahmin and gets 2 children from him. One day the kids tries to imitate the father by stitching the footwear in leaves, amazed by this Marikamba asks her sons to spill the truth and she comes to know about the truth of her husband birth and his caste. She gets furious at this and wants to butcher her husband and sons because of Blasphemy and she takes the revenge by killing her Husband and children”. There happens to be a “DrishTi boTTu” programme on the fair day, where a straw stack is ignited by just putting a bindi dot on the cheeks of the Wooden Marikamba idol.This programme witnesses tens of thousands of people from the region.

Lakkavalli Jain Matha

A Jain Matha exists here and it is headed by Bhattaraka Swasti Sri Vrushabasena.

Agriculture and Business

Rice is the main crop in agriculture followed by Areca nut, Coconut. The main occupation is Agriculture and next comes the Business. Mostly the business commodities are Rice and Areca nut followed by Coconut and some forest products. There are around 8 to 10 Rice mills in and around Lakkavalli with Sai Natha,Bhadra,Modern,Prakash,Bharat Rice mill etc. to name a few. The Teak, Rosewood of Lakkavalli are famous.

At a distance of 10 Kms from Chikmagalur & 50 Kms from Kemmangundi, Hirekolale Lake is a beautiful manmade lake amidst beauty and surrounded by high mountains. The famous hills of Mullayanagiri can be viewed from here. This lake was built to supply water to Chikmagalur town and irrigation of lands in surrounding villages.

This place can be easily accessed from the town of Chikmagalur. It can be visited throughout the year.

For a perfect picture postcard setting, you should take a drive to Hirekolale Lake. This stunning man made lake is 10 kms from Chikmagalur and 50 kms from Kemmangundi. With soaring mountains carpeted with green surrounding the tranquil lake, it makes for a breathtaking destination. From here you can also view the famed hills of Mullayanagiri.

Hirekolale Lake is reachable by a narrow bund; you could either walk or drive a car over the bund to explore the lake. During sunset, the place is truly magical with the placid lake shimmering and the silhouette of the weathered mountains punctuating the skyline.

Devigiri – Deviramma temple is located on top of this hill which is open only during Deepavali, there’s a saying that Mysore Palace used to initiate celebration based on indication (lighting) from this hill.

Deviramma Betta is named because of the temple of Deviramma at the top of this hill. It is situated in chandra drona hill ranges next to manikyadhara. Distance from chikkamagalur city is about 26 kms.

As part of the Deepotsava, there will be Mahaganapathi Pooja, punyaha, agnikunda pooja, kalasa sthapane and kumkumarchane.