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Tips while travelling to Coorg in the monsoons
Coorg,
in southern Karnataka forms a part of the Western Ghats and is an ideal
destination to visit across seasons. Monsoons, though considered off season,
leaves this coffee country covered in lush greenery and a blanket of mist, and
is quite the preferred time of visit for many travellers. Since it receives sufficient
amount of rains from June to September, it is best advised to take note of a
few points while travelling to Coorg during the monsoons.
1.
Coorg
offers numerous trekking and camping options like Tadiyandamol and Brahmagiri
and monsoon trekking is slowly getting popular. If there is anything that loves
the rain as much as the trekkers, it is the leeches. Proper rain gears,
vinegar, salt and lime can definitely be quite helpful against the blood
suckers. The narrow paths on the ridges turn slushy during monsoon and trekking
shoes with a good grip can help overcome that.
2.
Waterfalls
like Irpu, Abbi, Mallalli, Chingara and Cheluvara are a delight to watch while
it rains. The water flows at its thundering best and can leave anyone
spellbound. The same waters leave all the rocks and boulders slippery due to
its continuous overflow. Be sensible to not climb onto any of those rocks as it
would be quite tough to grip them.
3.
Nagarhole
national park and Brahmagiri wildlife sanctuary in Coorg are some of the best
wildlife parks that Karnataka boasts of. Dubare elephant camp is another
interesting place of visit. However, these may remain closed during the monsoons
if the rains turn incessant and hence checking with the concerned authorities
beforehand is highly advised.
4.
Coffee
plantations are synonymous with Coorg and a stay in one of them during the
monsoons can be an enchanting experience. A walk through the plantations under
one umbrella with your beloved might sound quite romantic. Leeches, small
snakes and few other slimy creatures are sure to give you accompaniment. Make
sure to wear high rubber boots if still you cannot resist the temptation, but wandering
too deep is not advisable.
5.
For
the adrenaline junkies, there are numerous adventure sport activities like
river rafting, kayaking, canoeing, micro light flying, quad biking, zip lining
and much more. While monsoon is when Barapole and Kaveri (rivers where water
sports activities are conducted) has the best rapids, it is also advised to pre-check
with the organizers about water levels and the risk involved while venturing
into them during the torrential rains. The same applies for other adventure
activities too.
6.
A
drive through the curvy roads of Coorg lined with coffee plantations and
magnificent vistas is a pleasure. However the roads might not be quite
conducive for that leisurely drive during the monsoons. Drive cautiously as
most roads are in bad conditions and some have unmarked speed breakers. Driving
during the night in the rains is definitely not recommended.
7.
Coorg
is a beautiful hill station away from the maddening civilization, where you
would want to let go of your inhibitions. Age might not be a criterion when it
rains and you would want to splash that puddle in front of your cottage and
soak in that heavenly pour. Keep yourself dry and stay warm inside the room
post the fun. As a precaution, it is advised to carry generic medicines in case
a cold invades.
8.
During
the monsoons, temperatures drop and the best way to keep warm and dry is to
wear appropriate clothing. Light rain gears, hooded jackets, high boots, many
pairs of socks and an umbrella or two should definitely go into that suitcase.
You may read more posts about Coorg here-
http://www.talesofanomad.com/2011/12/peppered-coffee-ride.html
http://www.talesofanomad.com/2013/09/dubare-white-water rafting.html
http://www.talesofanomad.com/2013/08/tadiyandamol-trek-and-barapole-river.html
http://www.talesofanomad.com/2012/12/mallalli-falls-largest-waterfalls-in.html
You may read more posts about Coorg here-
http://www.talesofanomad.com/2011/12/peppered-coffee-ride.html
http://www.talesofanomad.com/2013/09/dubare-white-water rafting.html
http://www.talesofanomad.com/2013/08/tadiyandamol-trek-and-barapole-river.html
http://www.talesofanomad.com/2012/12/mallalli-falls-largest-waterfalls-in.html
April 3, 2014
The Evening Sky...!!
Sun splashing its myriad shades as it disappears between the many hills of Western Ghats while creating a colourful palette of the evening sky. December 2012.
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