Tamara is a one-of-a-kind architectural restaurant built on a bridge across the valley with a natural stream beneath it. The elegant decor and lush surroundings amplify the dining experience.
The Namdroling Nyingmapa Monastery is the largest teaching center of the Nyingma lineage of Tibetan Buddhism in the world. This monastery is home to over five thousand lamas (both monks and nuns).This monastery is located 35 km or 22 miles from Madikeri. We recommend you stop by here on your drive to Coorg. Don't forget to grab some delicious Tibetan food while you are here!
Raja's Seat (Seat of the King) boasts stunning views of the city with seasonal flowers. It is a popular tourist spot in Madikeri. It is located about 1.3 km or 0.8 miles from the center of the city.
This waterfall is the beginning of the river Kaveri, the sacred river god of the Kodava community. A short hike through coffee plantations will lead you to the foot of this falls. These falls have high flow during the monsoon season. It is located about 6 km or 3.7 miles from the center of the city
If you are looking for a hike after all the delicious Coorgi food, Kote Betta (Fort Hill) is a good place to go to. It is situated about 15 km or 9 miles from Madikeri. It is one of the 3 highest peaks in the region with an elevation of 1620 meters. This place has significance in Hindu mythology. You can find 360 views of coffee estates here.
Talakaveri or Talacauvery is considered to be the source of the river Kaveri and a holy place for many Coorgis.It is located 43 km or 36 miles from Madikeri. You will see locals taking a dip in holy river and paying tribute to the river goddess. Talakaveri stands at a height of 1,276 meters above sea level.