Which is a better place to go to now- Coorg or Chikmaglur?

prasadka · 9th October 2009, 11:21

Hi All,
I am looking to go to a place on the weekend and have reduced options to Coorg and Chikmaglur. Please, can the erduite folks here throw some light on which is a better place to go to? Coorg or ChikMaglur? Factors would be
- weather conditions (safety due to the recent floods, should be nice and cool)
- Road conditions for driving.

I am somehow inclined towards madikeri, but somehow have a feeling that it will be crowded. I would also love some suggestions on places to stay. We are 3 people with a budget in the range of 1500 per person.

Many Thanks
Prasad

rajshenoy · 9th October 2009, 11:46

Both Coorg and Chikmaglur are famous for coffee plantations, so you can expect pretty similar environment in both places

Both are almost at same distance and roads are in good shape. Weather conditions will also be similar in both places. Nice and cool it will be. About the rains, I cant comment as this year it has been raining throughout.

So looking at the factors you mentioned, both seem to be equal

Can you tell more about what kind of trip you are planning(If its just friends or with family or small kids etc) that will help people to guide you

I would say you should check for availability of resorts/homestays of your choice in Madikeri.. if its available go ahead.. Even if it gets crowded, it will definitely be better than what we are used to in Bangalore

ranjitp1 · 9th October 2009, 12:05

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Originally Posted by prasadka

Hi All,
I am looking to go to a place on the weekend and have reduced options to Coorg and Chikmaglur. Please, can the erduite folks here throw some light on which is a better place to go to? Coorg or ChikMaglur? Factors would be
- weather conditions (safety due to the recent floods, should be nice and cool)
- Road conditions for driving.

I am somehow inclined towards madikeri, but somehow have a feeling that it will be crowded. I would also love some suggestions on places to stay. We are 3 people with a budget in the range of 1500 per person.

Many Thanks
Prasad

Yes Madikeri would be crowded,
Chikmangalur is a nice place amidst all the coffee plantations.Cafe Coffee Day has a beautiful resort in C'mlur,its modelled on the lines of the Hilton @ Maldives.Its called The Serai,definitely expensive but worth a dekko.

Planters Court /Devigiri homestay/Hotel Ashhok/Southern Star are all good options.

Morgul · 9th October 2009, 12:11

I haven't really ventured much into Coorg. I was there about 5-6 years ago and stayed in Kushalnagar. Awesome place. But beyond that I cannot comment.

If the rain gods are on your side, then I'd say Chikmaglur is an amazing weekend retreat. I've been there three times already and I cant seem to get enough of the place. You can try this resort named Eagle Eye Holidays <you can google for details>. Its about 45-50 kms from Chikmaglur < 35kms after Aldur>. They have decent rooms and the view from the resort is just mind blowing. There are other things to do at the resort as well. Been there twice and both times had a great experience.

Where ever you finally decide to go, hope you have a good and safe trip. ^^

~Morgul

addyhemmige · 9th October 2009, 12:41

I would suggest you to go to Chikmagalur this time. Madikeri will definitely be crowded. You can check out Athithi homestay. It is in a nice location. It is run by a friend of mine.

Check out the link.

ATHITHI :: Home stay at chickmaglur

sushrutha · 9th October 2009, 14:28

Agree with Adi over there.
Pack your bags to Chickmagalur, this is the best season to visit.
If not Chikmagalur, I would suggest you Sakleshpura.

ampere · 9th October 2009, 14:58

Road to CKM is also very good. Although I had done this almost 2 years back, but the memories are still fresh. In one of the threads, I read that there is also a Tata Coffee estate, which may also be worth staying. They have reservation office in Bangalore.

Tata Coffee | Products | Plantation trails

Although only Coorg is mentioned, they also property in CKM.

Taj Gateway is an evergreen property, although a bit expensive, but definitely worth it.

cuttingcrew · 9th October 2009, 15:00

The homestays (or small resorts) are better run (more professional and value for money) in Coorg compared to both Chikmagalur or Sakleshpur (this is what I felt my visits to Kakabe, Kutta, Saklespur and kemanagundi). Given these 3 places are very similar I would opt for some good homestay in Coorg. Also the coorgi food tastes better (again personal opinion).

gadadhar · 9th October 2009, 15:36

If you are a "Leave to eat Non-Veg", no second thoughts needed -pack your bags for Coorg. If you have 3 days you can consider Wayanad, Nilambur etc.

princezahed · 9th October 2009, 20:36

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Originally Posted by cuttingcrew

The homestays (or small resorts) are better run (more professional and value for money) in Coorg compared to both Chikmagalur or Sakleshpur (this is what I felt my visits to Kakabe, Kutta, Saklespur and kemanagundi). Given these 3 places are very similar I would opt for some good homestay in Coorg. Also the coorgi food tastes better (again personal opinion).

Like mentioned, homestays in Coorg are better maintained than in chikmaglur. If you need any help with regards to accommodation,places to eat or anything else just call me on 9481058336.

prasadka · 12th October 2009, 14:58

Hi

THe folks who were to accompany me decided to take a rain check. So I went to Yercaud, as it is easier to drive by yourself (eventually was joined by two others). I went to Yercaud and stayed in a luxury villa at the Shevaroy's. More on the property, with a few pictures, a little later.

Thanks
Prasad

anurag.somani · 4th November 2011, 18:50

same situation here; I am planning to start tomorrow morning and am still confused between the two

When you consider the dubare elephant camp and Tibetan monastery at Kushalnagar; Coorg looks slightly better. Does Chikmnagalur too have something else to offer beyond coffee and hills?

ampere · 4th November 2011, 20:58

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Originally Posted by anurag.somani

same situation here; I am planning to start tomorrow morning and am still confused between the two

When you consider the dubare elephant camp and Tibetan monastery at Kushalnagar; Coorg looks slightly better. Does Chikmnagalur too have something else to offer beyond coffee and hills?

If you just want to idle your weekend by walks and less of tourist items, then CKM is the place.
Coorg has much more places to see around.

Jammy70 · 4th November 2011, 22:34

I was in coorg (and nagarhole) ten days back. We were located at Madikeri and stayed at a beautiful homestay called Silver brooks, 8km from madikeri. The weather was superb with rains in the evening bringing in a light mist. I suppose the weather would be the same even now, considering the continued rains.

Added attraction is of course the food, if you are a non-veg lover. If so, try this simple place called coorg cuisine, opposite North Coorg club in Madikeri; tasty, easy on the pocket fare.

I would surely recommend coorg, especially if you can find accommodation in a cosy home stay.

Fauji · 5th November 2011, 00:49

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Originally Posted by anurag.somani

same situation here; I am planning to start tomorrow morning and am still confused between the two

Quote:

Originally Posted by ampere

If you just want to idle your weekend by walks and less of tourist items, then CKM is the place.
Coorg has much more places to see around.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jammy70

I would surely recommend coorg, especially if you can find accommodation in a cosy home stay.

Another unexplored option is Malnad area around Tirthahalli. Excellent time to go now. Take a look at this thread.

http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/route-...ve-malnad.html

9th October 2009, 11:21	#1
prasadka BHPian Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Bangalore Posts: 37 Thanked: 0 Times	Which is a better place to go to now- Coorg or Chikmaglur? Hi All, I am looking to go to a place on the weekend and have reduced options to Coorg and Chikmaglur. Please, can the erduite folks here throw some light on which is a better place to go to? Coorg or ChikMaglur? Factors would be - weather conditions (safety due to the recent floods, should be nice and cool) - Road conditions for driving. I am somehow inclined towards madikeri, but somehow have a feeling that it will be crowded. I would also love some suggestions on places to stay. We are 3 people with a budget in the range of 1500 per person. Many Thanks Prasad
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9th October 2009, 11:46	#2
rajshenoy Senior - BHPian Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: bangalore Posts: 2,884 Thanked: 2,230 Times View My Garage	Both Coorg and Chikmaglur are famous for coffee plantations, so you can expect pretty similar environment in both places Both are almost at same distance and roads are in good shape. Weather conditions will also be similar in both places. Nice and cool it will be. About the rains, I cant comment as this year it has been raining throughout. So looking at the factors you mentioned, both seem to be equal Can you tell more about what kind of trip you are planning(If its just friends or with family or small kids etc) that will help people to guide you I would say you should check for availability of resorts/homestays of your choice in Madikeri.. if its available go ahead.. Even if it gets crowded, it will definitely be better than what we are used to in Bangalore
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9th October 2009, 12:11	#4
Morgul BHPian Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Bangalore Posts: 25 Thanked: 2 Times	I haven't really ventured much into Coorg. I was there about 5-6 years ago and stayed in Kushalnagar. Awesome place. But beyond that I cannot comment. If the rain gods are on your side, then I'd say Chikmaglur is an amazing weekend retreat. I've been there three times already and I cant seem to get enough of the place. You can try this resort named Eagle Eye Holidays <you can google for details>. Its about 45-50 kms from Chikmaglur < 35kms after Aldur>. They have decent rooms and the view from the resort is just mind blowing. There are other things to do at the resort as well. Been there twice and both times had a great experience. Where ever you finally decide to go, hope you have a good and safe trip. ^^ ~Morgul
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9th October 2009, 12:41	#5
addyhemmige Senior - BHPian Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Bangalore/Hassan Posts: 1,527 Thanked: 487 Times View My Garage	I would suggest you to go to Chikmagalur this time. Madikeri will definitely be crowded. You can check out Athithi homestay. It is in a nice location. It is run by a friend of mine. Check out the link. ATHITHI :: Home stay at chickmaglur
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9th October 2009, 14:28	#6
sushrutha Senior - BHPian Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Chikmagalur/Ban Posts: 1,703 Thanked: 333 Times View My Garage	Agree with Adi over there. Pack your bags to Chickmagalur, this is the best season to visit. If not Chikmagalur, I would suggest you Sakleshpura.
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9th October 2009, 14:58	#7
ampere Team-BHP Support Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Bangalore Posts: 17,947 Thanked: 12,934 Times View My Garage	Road to CKM is also very good. Although I had done this almost 2 years back, but the memories are still fresh. In one of the threads, I read that there is also a Tata Coffee estate, which may also be worth staying. They have reservation office in Bangalore. Tata Coffee \| Products \| Plantation trails Although only Coorg is mentioned, they also property in CKM. Taj Gateway is an evergreen property, although a bit expensive, but definitely worth it.
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9th October 2009, 15:00	#8
cuttingcrew BHPian Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Bangalore Posts: 98 Thanked: Once	The homestays (or small resorts) are better run (more professional and value for money) in Coorg compared to both Chikmagalur or Sakleshpur (this is what I felt my visits to Kakabe, Kutta, Saklespur and kemanagundi). Given these 3 places are very similar I would opt for some good homestay in Coorg. Also the coorgi food tastes better (again personal opinion).
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9th October 2009, 15:36	#9
gadadhar Senior - BHPian Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Bangalore Posts: 1,342 Thanked: 1,116 Times View My Garage	If you are a "Leave to eat Non-Veg", no second thoughts needed -pack your bags for Coorg. If you have 3 days you can consider Wayanad, Nilambur etc.
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12th October 2009, 14:58	#11
prasadka BHPian Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Bangalore Posts: 37 Thanked: 0 Times	Hi THe folks who were to accompany me decided to take a rain check. So I went to Yercaud, as it is easier to drive by yourself (eventually was joined by two others). I went to Yercaud and stayed in a luxury villa at the Shevaroy's. More on the property, with a few pictures, a little later. Thanks Prasad
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4th November 2011, 18:50	#12
anurag.somani BHPian Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Bangalore Posts: 133 Thanked: 183 Times	Re: Which is a better place to go to now- Coorg or Chikmaglur? same situation here; I am planning to start tomorrow morning and am still confused between the two When you consider the dubare elephant camp and Tibetan monastery at Kushalnagar; Coorg looks slightly better. Does Chikmnagalur too have something else to offer beyond coffee and hills?
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4th November 2011, 22:34	#14
Jammy70 BHPian Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Bangalore Posts: 164 Thanked: 143 Times	I was in coorg (and nagarhole) ten days back. We were located at Madikeri and stayed at a beautiful homestay called Silver brooks, 8km from madikeri. The weather was superb with rains in the evening bringing in a light mist. I suppose the weather would be the same even now, considering the continued rains. Added attraction is of course the food, if you are a non-veg lover. If so, try this simple place called coorg cuisine, opposite North Coorg club in Madikeri; tasty, easy on the pocket fare. I would surely recommend coorg, especially if you can find accommodation in a cosy home stay.
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