Tourist Guidebook
Sightseeing
Makkala Gudi Betta is just a two minute drive from Ayra Mané. The best time to travel is either early in the morning or before sunset. We suggest that tourists always travel in a group and not alone as it isn't always safe for solo travellers.
It is a very calm and blissful place where you can just relax and enjoy a cold breezy day. The view is beautiful.
Makkala Gudi Betta
Makkala Gudi Betta is just a two minute drive from Ayra Mané. The best time to travel is either early in the morning or before sunset. We suggest that tourists always travel in a group and not alone as it isn't always safe for solo travellers.
It is a very calm and blissful place where you can just relax and enjoy a cold breezy day. The view is beautiful.
Honnamana Kere is the biggest natural lake in Coorg. It has a historical significance to it. A deity known as Goddess Honnamana sacrificed her life for the welfare of the people and a temple was erected in her honour. It is about half an hours drive from Ayra Mané.
Honnamana Kere
Honnamana Kere is the biggest natural lake in Coorg. It has a historical significance to it. A deity known as Goddess Honnamana sacrificed her life for the welfare of the people and a temple was erected in her honour. It is about half an hours drive from Ayra Mané.
Kote betta is the 3rd highest peak in Coorg. It is believed that the famous Pandavas of Mahabharata have spent a considerable period of their exile at this place and built several stone houses that stand till date. This is now converted to a temple and houses Lord Linga. It has one of the best views and is a must visit for tourists.
Kote Betta Temple
Kote Betta RoadKote betta is the 3rd highest peak in Coorg. It is believed that the famous Pandavas of Mahabharata have spent a considerable period of their exile at this place and built several stone houses that stand till date. This is now converted to a temple and houses Lord Linga. It has one of the best views and is a must visit for tourists.
This Place is one of the largest Tibetan settlements in India. There are around 16000 refugees and nearly 6000 monks and nuns in this monastery. This Tibetan settlement at Bylakuppe is the the second largest Tibetan settlement outside Tibet. It is 6kms away from Kushalnagar town. It is a very calm place and has spiritual ambience which welcomes tourists from all around the world.
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Templo Dourado KushalNagar
Golden Temple RoadThis Place is one of the largest Tibetan settlements in India. There are around 16000 refugees and nearly 6000 monks and nuns in this monastery. This Tibetan settlement at Bylakuppe is the the second largest Tibetan settlement outside Tibet. It is 6kms away from Kushalnagar town. It is a very calm place and has spiritual ambience which welcomes tourists from all around the world.
Dubare Elephant Camp is located on the banks of Cauvery river. It houses many elephants which attracts many tourists and allows them get close to them and spend some memorable time with them. Wildlife enthusiasts will love it.
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Acampamento de Elefantes de Dubare
Dubare Elephant Camp is located on the banks of Cauvery river. It houses many elephants which attracts many tourists and allows them get close to them and spend some memorable time with them. Wildlife enthusiasts will love it.
Abbey falls is an hours drive from the homestay. The best time to visit is during monsoon season. It is a beautiful waterfall that has plenty of tourist flocking towards it.
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Quedas de Abbey Falls Madkeri
Abbey falls is an hours drive from the homestay. The best time to visit is during monsoon season. It is a beautiful waterfall that has plenty of tourist flocking towards it.
Talakaveri is the source of the kaveri river and is also a holy place for many Hindus. It is a famous tourist spot as many people go there to worship.
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Tala Kaveri
Talakaveri is the source of the kaveri river and is also a holy place for many Hindus. It is a famous tourist spot as many people go there to worship.
it is a famous trekking spot for tourists. Tourists who wish to trek, should buy tickets at the base. However after the landslide, there has been few changes. Tourists can feel the cool and gentle breeze which is open to lush greenery.
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Pico Mandalpatti
Mandalpatti Roadit is a famous trekking spot for tourists. Tourists who wish to trek, should buy tickets at the base. However after the landslide, there has been few changes. Tourists can feel the cool and gentle breeze which is open to lush greenery.
One of the most beautiful waterfalls in Coorg. It is around half an hours drive from Somwarpet which is also the taluk in which we are located. It has a lot of walking down the stairs and is not advisable for the elderly. However if elderly people do want to visit the place, it is doable as you can see the waterfall from the top itself.
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Cachoeiras de Mallalli
One of the most beautiful waterfalls in Coorg. It is around half an hours drive from Somwarpet which is also the taluk in which we are located. It has a lot of walking down the stairs and is not advisable for the elderly. However if elderly people do want to visit the place, it is doable as you can see the waterfall from the top itself.
Pushpagiri hills is the 2nd Highest peak in Coorg. This is an excellent place for trekking and is also close to Mallali Falls which is also a famous tourist spot. Recommended for people who love to trek and it has a great view. Advisable to have a guide as it has a lot of wild cats present in the area.
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Pushpagiri
Pushpagiri hills is the 2nd Highest peak in Coorg. This is an excellent place for trekking and is also close to Mallali Falls which is also a famous tourist spot. Recommended for people who love to trek and it has a great view. Advisable to have a guide as it has a lot of wild cats present in the area.
City/town information
Somwarpet is the closest town to Ayra Mané. It is a 20 minute drive. Sandy days are on a Monday and is advisable to avoid Mondays as the town gets really crowded. There are supermarkets and stores that provides your day to day basic necessities.
Somwarpet
Somwarpet is the closest town to Ayra Mané. It is a 20 minute drive. Sandy days are on a Monday and is advisable to avoid Mondays as the town gets really crowded. There are supermarkets and stores that provides your day to day basic necessities.
Conselho para os viajantes
Transporte
No Public transportation
One should commute with their own vehicles as there is no concept of taxis. He/ She can travel by bus if they are aware of their surroundings and the place. Tourists who wish to travel by bus, can only get onto a bus in Kushalnagar or Madikeri. There are Volvos and Rajahamsa buses to Kerela, Mysore and Bangalore.
Costumes e cultura
Avoid littering
As we have a lot of tourists travelling to Coorg, we do not tolerate littering. Kindly request guests and tourists to refrain from throwing plastic and food items on the road or at tourist spots. Keep the environment healthy and clean.
Como economizar
Free Entry
It is important for tourists to know that almost all tourist spots do not have an entry free. Please check with a local before you go.
O que levar
Pack according to your trip
It is advisable for guests to always pack warm as it gets really cold in the evening and sometimes even in the mornings. Coorg experiences rainfall for almost 6 months in a year. Request you to bring shoes if you are planning to go for walks in the estates as slip-ons are not suitable.
Frases úteis
Common Phrases translated
Go left - Left hogi
Go right - Right hogi
How much - Yeshtu
How much is this? - Yeshtu Idhu
Why? - Yaake
Where is it? Yelli Idhae
Where is the bathroom - Bathroom yelli idhae
I want - Nanigae Baeku
How to go? - Hengae Hogadhu
Stop - Nilsi
Give - Kodi
Do not want - Baeda
Viajar com crianças
Travelling with Kids
If you are travelling with kids, be alert at all times because most tourist spots do not have fencing and it can lead to accidents. Advisable to always accompany your kid while outside the guesthouse.