Chikmagalur

The Coffee Land of Karnataka

Known as the birthplace of Coffee in India, Chikmagalur is a town located in the Chikmagalur District in the Indian state of Karnataka. Situated at the foothills of the highest peak in Karnataka, the Mullayanagiri range, Chikmagalur is famous for its eye soothing Coffee Plantations scenery. Situated at 3400 ft above sea level, Chikmagalur with its varied accommodation is a delight for tourists as it offers a truly scenic and picturesque escape from the hustle and bustle of the city. The mountainous range of the Western Ghats that are found in this beautiful landscape paints an enchanting picture of Chikmagalur, perfect for anyone seeking a weekend escape of thrill, adventure or just pure relaxation. Below is our Arabidacool Bungalow.

Accommodation at Arabidacool Bungalow

Accommodation at Tata’s Arabidacool Bungalow is a luxurious experience. Guests have a choice between the Heritage and Luxury rooms. All rooms have en suite bathrooms and a splendid view of the scenic plantations of Chikmagalur. The bungalow has a common living area as well as a dining room, where you can dine in true plantation style.

Dining at Arabidacool Bungalow

Dining at this Heritage Bungalow is nothing short of a royal feast with a home-made touch! The kitchen is personally supervised by the Tata Coffee’ planters' wives and serves delicious and indigenous cuisine as well as North Indian, Continental and Jain delicacies to meet the tastes of all food lovers.

Things to do while staying at Plantation Trails in Chikmagalur

Day 1 - visit to Mulliangiri Hill or play a game of Golf at Chikmagalur Golf Course

• 01:00 pm - Arrive and check-in at Arabidacool Bungalow, Chikmagalur
• 01:30 pm - Lunch & Relax at bungalow
• 03:30 pm - Coffee & tea
• 04:00 pm - Indoor games or play badminton or walk through coffee plantations or visit to Mulliangiri Hill or play a game of Golf at Chikmagalur Golf Course
• 06:30 pm - Gather around the bonfire at the Heritage Bungalow and have a sumptuous barbeque dinner. We call it therapy, as it's the best way to relax after a long day's journey.

Day 2 - walk to Kavil-Kaandi, Dattatreya Peeta & Baba Budan Giri & enjoy the Manikyadhara Falls

• 06:15 am - Savour a hot cup of coffee freshly brewed
• 06:30 am - Set off on a walk to Kavil-Kaandi through the coffee plantations
• 09:00 am - Breakfast
• 10:00 am - Drive down to Dattatreya Peeta and Baba Budan Giri, the birthplace of Coffee in India.
  Enjoy the Manikyadhara Falls where water spills down like small pearls giving the visitors a memorable shower bath.
• 01:30 pm - Freshen up after your hike and get ready for a sumptuous lunch at the TATA Bungalow’s
• 02:00 pm - Lunch
• 03:00 pm - Relax
• 04:30 pm - Coffee & tea
• 05:00 pm - Coffee tour / nature walk in the Coffee estate and Guided Bird Watching
• 06:30 pm - Return to the bungalow
• 7:30 pm - Be ready for another sumptuous meal, cooked to perfection under the supervision of a planter's wife

Day 3 - drive to Belur–Halebeedu to see the 16th Century Hoysala Empire, visit Hebbe falls & a trip to the Bhadra Tiger Reserve

• 06:30 am - Nature walks
• 07:30 am - Breakfast
• 09:30 am - Pack a picnic basket and drive down to Belur – Halebeedu, for a day to see the remains of the 16th Century Hoysala Empire. Visit the mesmerising Hebbe falls.
• 01:00 pm - Lunch
• 02:00 pm - Last but far from the least, a trip to the Bhadra Tiger Reserve that abounds with a variety of flora and fauna
• 06:30 pm - Return to Bungalow
• 08:00 pm - Dinner

Day 4 - visit temples of ancient Sringeri & Horanadu

• 07:30 am - Breakfast
• 08:30 am - An early start to the day will help you cover more ground as you visit the many temples, of ancient Sringeri
• 11:00 am - Reach Sringeri and visit the ancient temples
• 01:00 pm - Lunch
• 02:00 pm - Start for Horanadu
• 02:45 pm - Reach Horanadu and visit the ancient temples
• 04:00 pm - Start to go to Bungalow
• 06:00 pm - Reach the Bungalow
• 08:00 pm - Dinner

Day 5 - Indoor games or play badminton or walk through coffee plantations

• 06:30 am - Nature walks
• 7:30 am - Breakfast
• 08:30 am - Indoor games or play badminton or walk through coffee plantations
• 11:00 am - Check Out from the TATA Coffee Plantation Trails Holiday Resort!

Plan your stay in Coorg & Chikamagalur with Plantation Trails

With the plantation bungalows scattered over the undulating highlands of Coorg & Chikmagalur, each bungalow has a distinct charm to it. Having once been occupied by the colonial planter, these heritage bungalows offer vacationers a first-hand opportunity to experience the planter’s way of life.

At Plantation Trails, you may go for a guided bird watching tour early in the mornings while you stroll through the fertilized plantations armed with a pair of binoculars and a camera, or take the guided Bean to Cup plantation tour, a favorite among guests. Hop into a jeep and drive through the tranquil greens of the estates and complete it with a visit to the factory to learn how coffee is processed from bean to a piping cup.

If adventure is what you desire then trekking, boating, white water rafting may also be arranged on request during the season. You may also tee off at Tata Coffee’s own 9-hole golf course at Coorg or indulge in a game of badminton & table tennis at the neighboring sports centre. Enjoy quality time with family and friends with a barbecue night by the bonfire or revel in the simple joy of doing nothing. However, while holidaying in the 'coffee bowl of India’; you shouldn't miss the chance to explore the estates with the expert guides.

A true Plantation Trails experience in Coorg would be incomplete without enjoying the traditional Coorg delicacies like Pandhi (pork) or Koli (chicken) Curry, Akki Roti (rice roti), Kadumbuttu (rice dumplings) and Wild Mushroom and Mango Curry from our home-styled kitchens. We also serve North Indian, Continental and Jain cuisines. The detailed personalized service by the Cooks & Butlers will ensure that you don’t miss your home.

So, come lose yourself in the idyllic Tata Coffee’s Plantations of Coorg & Chikmagalur, absorb the vibrant spirit of these evergreen lands and immerse yourself in the lap of nature so luxurious that it has drawn royalty, artists and dreamers for centuries. And allow these verdant lands of hills, mist and plantations to serenade you, forever!

To book your holiday at the Plantation Trails :
Call : +91 (080) 2356 0761, or
Email : reach.plantationtrails@tatacoffee.com.