Kemmangundi Travel Guide
Explore the scenic beauty, waterfalls, and hills of the Western Ghats
History
Kemmanagundi was established in the early 20th century as the summer retreat of Krishnaraja
Wodeyar IV. He later donated this resort to the Government of Karnataka. The Horticultural
Department of Karnataka now maintains the resort and its surroundings.
Climate
Winter (Nov–Feb): 12°C – 24°C
Summer (Mar–May): 16°C – 28°C
Monsoon (Jun–Oct): 15°C – 22°C
December is the coldest month with a mean temperature of 17°C, and April is the hottest at
22.2°C. July receives the most rainfall (around 591 mm), while February is the driest.
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Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Kemmanagundi is between September and May. Winter offers
the best weather for trekking and photography, while monsoon enhances the beauty of waterfalls
like Hebbe and Kallathigiri.
Essential Things to Carry
- First Aid Kit and personal medicines
- Dettol (for leech protection during monsoon)
- Camera & Binoculars for landscape views
- Power Bank and charging cables
- Local Map & Guidebook for offline navigation
- Cash for remote areas with limited payment access
- Light snacks like nuts and dry fruits
Main Tourist Attractions
- Z Point: Misty viewpoints of the Western Ghats.
- Kallathigiri Falls: 403 ft cascade with a temple nearby.
- Rose Garden: Colorful flower garden maintained by the Horticulture
- Shanthi Falls: Small waterfall ideal for short hikes.
- Bababudangiri: Sacred peak and coffee origin point.
- Mullayyanagiri: Karnataka’s highest peak (6,330 ft).
- Bhadra Tiger Reserve: Wildlife sanctuary with safari options.
- Hebbe Falls: 551 ft twin waterfall accessible via jeep ride.
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Transport Options
By Road: 53 km from Chikkamagaluru, 71 km from Shivamogga. Scenic routes via
Mullayyanagiri & Attigundi.
By Rail: Nearest stations — Tarikere, Birur, and Kadur (around 33 km).
By Air: Nearest airports — Mangalore (212 km) and Bangalore (277 km).
Nearby Attractions from Home Stay
- Kemmangundi - 10 KM
- Kallathigiri Falls - 3 KM
- Rose Garden - 10 KM
- Shanthi Falls - 8 KM
- Amruthapura Temple - 24 KM
- Bababudangiri - 65 KM
- Seethalayyanagiri - 55 KM
- Mullayyanagiri - 50 KM
- Honnamma Falls - 45 KM
- Bhadra Tiger Reserve - 80 KM
- Jagara Pass & Jagara Valley - 70 KM
- Hebbe Falls - 18 KM
