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Yagachi Dam · Chikkamagalur

2 days in Karnataka's coffee country — a scenic boat ride on Yagachi Dam's backwaters, the wildlife-rich Bhadra forests, Bababudangiri's sacred peak, and the summit of Mullayanagiri (1,930m) — Karnataka's highest peak, above the rolling coffee and cardamom estates.

💧 Yagachi Dam🐯 Bhadra Wildlife🏔️ Mullayanagiri 1,930m⛰️ Bababudangiri💧 Manikyadhara Falls☕ Coffee Estates
1 Night
Duration
2 Days
Itinerary
Every Day
Departures
₹4,090
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Yagachi Chikkamagalur tour — Yagachi Dam, Bhadra Wildlife, Mullayanagiri peak, coffee estates
💧Yagachi
Dam
🐯Bhadra
Wildlife
🏔️Mullaya
nagiri
⛰️Babab
udangiri
Coffee
Estates
Tour at a glance
Duration
1 Night · 2 Days
Starts & ends
Yeshwanthpura, Bengaluru
Price from
₹4,090 per person
Transport
AC Deluxe Coach
Frequency
Every day
Departure
6:00 AM
Hotel
Hotel (KSTDC arranged), Chikkamagalur
Guide
Professional multilingual
Senior discount
20% off on transport
LTC facility
Available
Booking fee
Zero via Padaki
Returns
Day 2 — 11:00 PM Bengaluru

What makes this tour special

Yagachi Dam — a scenic earth dam across the Yagachi River near Belur. Boating on the backwaters with views of the Hassan hills. The dam and its surroundings are a popular picnic destination among Karnataka travellers

Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary — one of Karnataka's premier tiger reserves and a UNESCO World Heritage Biodiversity Site. Rich forests with tigers, leopards, elephants, gaur, and over 250 bird species. Home to the Bhadra Reservoir

Mullayanagiri (1,930m) — Karnataka's highest peak in the Chikkamagalur district. A 2 km paved path leads to the summit temple of Lord Shiva. On clear days the view extends over the entire Baba Budangiri range and the Deccan plains

Bababudangiri (1,895m) — a sacred hilltop venerated by both Hindus and Muslims. The Dattatreya shrine and the Dargah of Hazrat Dada Hayat Mir Khalandar stand side by side at the summit — a unique symbol of religious harmony in Karnataka

Departure schedule

Pickup point
KSTDC Counter, BMTC Yeshwanthpura, Bengaluru
Departure time
6:00 AM
Frequency
Every day
Hotel
Hotel (KSTDC arranged), Chikkamagalur
Contact
+91 97315 56663
Returns
Day 2 — 11:00 PM Bengaluru

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1Bengaluru → Yagachi Dam · Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary — Halt Chikkamagalur
6:00 AMDeparture from KSTDC Booking Counter, BMTC Bus Stand, Yeshwanthpura, Bengaluru. Report 15 minutes before departure
8:00–8:30 AMBreakfast halt en route (own cost)
11:00 AM–2:00 PMYagachi Dam — scenic earth dam near Belur. Boating on the backwaters (at actuals) with views of the Hassan hills. A relaxing introduction to Karnataka's coffee country
2:30–6:00 PMBhadra Wildlife Sanctuary — one of Karnataka's premier tiger reserves (UNESCO World Heritage Biodiversity Site). Forest safari to spot tigers, leopards, elephants, gaur, sloth bears and 250+ bird species
EveningCheck-in and night halt at Hotel (KSTDC arranged), Chikkamagalur
Day 2Full day Chikkamagalur Circuit — Bababudangiri · Mullayanagiri · Coffee Estates — Return Bengaluru
8:00–8:30 AMBreakfast and check out (own cost)
8:30 AM–4:00 PMFull day Chikkamagalur sightseeing circuit — all stops visited in sequence:
Siri StatueSiri Statue — commemorative statue of the folk heroine Siri of Tulu culture
Honnamahalla FallsHonnamahalla Falls — scenic waterfall in the coffee estate hills
9th Mile Shooting Point9th Mile Film Shooting Point — popular scenic viewpoint in Kannada film shoots, with rolling hills and pine trees
BababudangiriBababudangiri (1,895m) — sacred hilltop with the Dattatreya shrine and Dargah of Hazrat Dada Hayat Mir Khalandar. A symbol of Hindu-Muslim harmony in Karnataka
Z PointZ Point — scenic viewpoint on the Bababudangiri range with a bird's-eye view of the valley
Manikyadhara FallsManikyadhara Falls — beautiful waterfall accessible by jeep (jeep charges ₹100–150 at actuals)
Jhari WaterfallsJhari Waterfalls — scenic forest waterfall accessible by jeep
SeethalayanagiriSeethalayanagiri — forested viewpoint with panoramic views over coffee and cardamom estates
MullayanagiriMullayanagiri Peak (1,930m) — Karnataka's highest peak. 2 km paved path to the summit temple of Lord Shiva. Sweeping 360° views of the Western Ghats
11:00 PMReturn to Bengaluru. Tour ends at KSTDC Head Office, Yeshwanthpura

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Accommodation

Night 1 — Chikkamagalur
Hotel (KSTDC arranged), Chikkamagalur
Chikkamagalur district, Karnataka

Inclusions & exclusions

AC Deluxe Coach transportation
1 night hotel accommodation (Chikkamagalur)
Professional multilingual guide
GST included in ticket fare
LTC facility for govt. employees
20% senior citizen discount
All meals (own cost)
Yagachi boating and jeep charges
Bhadra Safari charges
Personal & shopping expenses

Tour pricing

Single
1 person / room
5,740
per person · incl. GST

Solo rate
Triple
3 persons / room
4,090
per person · incl. GST

Best value
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Room type
No. of travellers
Estimated total cost
2 persons × ₹4,365 (Double)
₹8,730

* Includes 1-night accommodation + transportation + guide + GST. Meals, boating, jeep charges and safari fees are additional.

Senior citizens (60+) receive a 20% discount on transportation. Carry valid age proof at the time of booking.

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Frequently asked questions

What does this tour cover?
Day 1: Yagachi Dam (boating at actuals), Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary, halt Chikkamagalur. Day 2: Full Chikkamagalur circuit — Siri Statue, Honnamahalla Falls, 9th Mile Point, Bababudangiri, Z Point, Manikyadhara Falls, Jhari Falls, Seethalayanagiri, Mullayanagiri Peak (1,930m). Returns Bengaluru 11 PM.
What is Mullayanagiri?
Mullayanagiri (1,930m) is Karnataka's highest peak in the Baba Budangiri range near Chikkamagalur. A 2 km paved path leads to the summit temple of Lord Shiva. On clear days the view extends over the entire Western Ghats range.
What is Bababudangiri?
Bababudangiri (1,895m) is a sacred hilltop near Chikkamagalur venerated by both Hindus and Muslims. The Dattatreya shrine and the Dargah of Hazrat Dada Hayat Mir Khalandar coexist at the summit, making it a unique symbol of religious harmony.
What is Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary?
Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary is a UNESCO World Heritage Biodiversity Site and one of Karnataka's premier tiger reserves. Rich forests shelter tigers, leopards, elephants, gaur and 250+ bird species.
What is the price?
₹5,740 (single), ₹4,365 (double), ₹4,090 (triple). All include GST.
When does this tour depart?
Every day at 6:00 AM from KSTDC Booking Counter, BMTC Bus Stand, Yeshwanthpura, Bengaluru.
Are meals included?
No. All meals at own cost throughout the tour.
Senior discount?
Yes. 20% off on transportation for 60+. Carry valid age proof.
LTC available?
Yes, for State Govt, Central Govt and PSU employees.
Cancellation policy?
48+ hours: 10% deducted. 24–48 hours: 25% deducted. Within 24 hours: no refund. Non-transferable.
How to book?
Call or WhatsApp +91 97315 56663 or email muralidhar@karnatakatravelguide.in.

Important notes

GST inclusive. Management may cancel if fewer than 15 seats. Report 15 minutes before 6:00 AM. Yagachi boating, Bhadra safari and jeep charges at actuals. Smoking, alcohol and tipping strictly prohibited.

Cancellation policy

More than 48 hours before departure10% deducted
Between 48 and 24 hours before departure25% deducted
Within 24 hours of departureNo refund
Ticket transferabilityNon-transferable

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