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The shortest route to reach Agumbe from Coorg is via NH 275. It covers a distance of approximately 209 km in about 5 hours. An alternate route is via NH 373, which takes approximately 6 hours to cover a distance of about 266.2 km.

You can witness beautiful spots like Kukke Subramanya Temple in Sullia, Shivaram Karanth Balavana in Puttur, Shri Chaturmukha Jaina Basadi in Karkala, and Someshwara Wildlife Sanctuary along these routes.

Another route is via SH 27, which covers a distance of 243.7 km in approximately 6 hours. It passes through scenic spots like Mallalli Waterfalls, Harangi Backwaters, Makkalagudi Betta, Manjarabad Fort, Pandavar Gudda, and Sirimane Falls.

Barkana Falls

The Barkana Falls are among India’s top ten highest waterfalls and are best viewed during the monsoon season. They fall from about 800 feet and give you a spectacular view. The Barkana Falls originates from the River Seetha. The milky color of the waterfalls looks splendid against the verdant view.

Agumbe Sunset Viewpoint

The Agumbe Sunset Viewpoint is situated at an altitude of about 850 m and offers one of the best sunset views over the Arabian Sea skyline. You can enjoy an enchanting view of the orange and pink sky in the evenings. You can also enjoy the view of the majestic, thick, dense, and beautifully lush green rainforest. The Agumbe Sunset Viewpoint is one of Agumbe’s major attractions.

Agumbe Rainforest Research Station

The Agumbe Rainforest Research Station is an ecological research center established in 2005 by leading Indian herpetologist Romulus Whitaker to protect the King Cobra. The sheer number of Cobras in Agumbe gave this village the name Cobra Capital. You can visit the research center and learn about the King Cobra, its habitat, behavior, and conservation efforts.

Malgudi Days House

Dodda Mane is the house where the popular TV serial Malgudi Days was shot. The 150-year-old bungalow is popularly known as Malgudi Days House. It is old-fashioned yet spacious, with a central courtyard. The homestay will give you a nostalgic feeling of childhood days and satisfy your curiosity. The warm, homely treatment with delicious Konkan-style food will stay with you for a lifetime.

Agumbe is known for its biodiversity, cobras, beautiful sunsets, and waterfalls. You can explore activities like trekking in the Kundadri Hills and river rafting in the River Seetha. One can also pay homage to the famous Gopala Krishna temple and visit the Someshwara Wildlife Sanctuary and the Kundremukh National Park. People love to spend a peaceful evening at Agumbe Lake.

The best time to visit Agumbe is the post-monsoon period from November to February. The weather of the high-altitude village improves after the monsoon, and the fresh greenery is delightful to view. However, avoid the monsoon season, considering the slippery roads, snakes, and other risks.

Agumbe has several hotels and homestays that provide a comfortable stay. Homestays like Malgudi Homestay, Maduralli Heritage Homestay, Seethanade Nature Camp, and Mithila Nature Stay offer comfortable stays with all the basic amenities. Hotels like Sharada Inn, Hotel Mourya Deluxe, and Hosamane Farm Inn are good options to choose from.

Shop in Agumbe’s local market for its culturally rich handicrafts, Agumbe T-shirts, traditional Agumbe coffee powder rich in flavor and aroma, and red rice as a token of remembrance of your memorable trip. You can buy art and artwork of Agumbe in the quaint little Agumbe Nature Shop for gifting your near and dear ones.

Souvenirs made from residual wood, like traditional handicrafts, artistic paintings, and wall hangings, are available at local shops. Items like pottery mugs and hand-knitted scarves can also be bought from the local artisans.

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