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Discover Chikmagalur's misty peaks, ancient temples, waterfalls & wildlife — all within easy reach from Mountain Valley Resort with SAFARNAMA TRAVELS.
🌄 Chikmagalur · The Valley of Coffee
A blissful hill station with cool climate, sprawling coffee estates, hidden waterfalls and legendary trekking trails. Let SAFARNAMA TRAVELS be your gateway to the Western Ghats.
Ayyanakere Lake
~22 km from ResortMystic lake with Shakunagiri hill backdrop. Perfect for serene evening walks and photography.
6 AM - 6 PM
Photography
Hirekolale Lake
~12 km from ResortMan-made lake surrounded by Western Ghats. Best sunset views with Mullayanagiri backdrop.
Sunset Spot
Mountain Views
Siri Mane Café
~8 km from ResortCharming vegetarian café with garden & duck pond. Perfect pit stop en route to Mullayanagiri.
Veg Cuisine
Scenic Stop
Kodanda Rama Temple
~5 km from ResortHoysala style heritage temple with intricate Dravidian artwork. Peaceful spiritual ambiance.
Heritage
Hoysala Architecture
Mahatma Gandhi Park
~5 km from ResortFamily‑friendly park with toy train, musical fountain, and evening walkways.
Toy Train
10 AM - 6:30 PM
Beluru Water Sports
~25 km from ResortThrilling water sports on Yagachi backwaters – jet ski, banana boat, kayaking, and a floating theme park.
Water Sports
Floating Park
Mullayanagiri Peak
~24 km from ResortHighest peak in Karnataka (6,330 ft). Breathtaking valley views and one of the best treks in South India.
Highest Peak
Trekking
Seethalayana Mata
~22 km from ResortScenic peak adjacent to Mullayanagiri with a small temple and panoramic Western Ghats views.
Temple
Viewpoint
Jhari Falls (Buttermilk Falls)
~26 km from ResortWhite waterfall engulfed by dense forest and coffee plantations. Accessible via an exciting jeep ride.
Waterfall
Jeep Ride
Dattatreya Peetha
~32 km from ResortSacred cave on Baba Budan Giri, revered by Hindus and Muslims – a symbol of brotherhood.
Pilgrimage
Brotherhood
Z Point Viewpoint
~52 km from ResortOff‑the‑beaten‑path viewpoint near Baba Budangiri, ideal for photographers and peace seekers.
Photography
Untouched Nature
Kemmanagundi
~52 km from ResortPicturesque hill town with rose gardens, rock gardens, and spectacular views of the Baba Budan range.
Rose Garden
Scenic Views
Sringeri Sharadamba Temple
~85 km from ResortAncient pilgrimage center on the banks of Tunga River, known for its Dravidian architecture and spiritual energy.
Pilgrimage
Ancient
Kalasa Temple
~70 km from ResortPicturesque temple town surrounded by lush hills, dedicated to Lord Rama.
Hill Town
Serene
Horanadu Temple
~95 km from ResortFamous Annapoorneshwari Temple where free meals (Annadanam) are served to all devotees.
Free Meals
Spiritual
Kigga Falls
~75 km from ResortA lesser‑known waterfall near Sringeri, perfect for a quiet nature dip.
Waterfall
Forest Setting
Bhadra River Rafting
~35 km from ResortSeasonal white water rafting on the Bhadra River – an adrenaline rush amidst stunning landscapes.
Rafting
Adventure
Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary
~38 km from ResortRich biodiversity – tigers, elephants, leopards, and birdlife. Jeep safaris available.
Safari
Birding
SAFARNAMA TRAVELS
Belt Rd, Lakshmishanagara, Chikkamagaluru, Karnataka 577101