Places to visit in Chikmagalur, from our hilltop
Suraksha Homestay sits among coffee plantations at Melluholadagadde village, Mallandur, in the Chikmagalur hills. That makes it a homestay near Mallandur and a nature homestay near Mullayanagiri, Baba Budangiri and Jhari Falls. It is also a homestay near Muthodi Tiger Reserve and Bhadra Tiger Reserve, for guests planning a jeep safari. These Chikmagalur tourist places include viewpoints, peaks, waterfalls and forest, and many guests make it a trekking stay. Tap a place for details, then tap Get directions for the live driving distance and time from the homestay. See our experiences and stay options.
Places to explore
1. Kavikal GuddaWalk or short ride
The nearest viewpoint to the homestay.
A quiet hilltop with Western Ghats views, lovely at sunset.
Get directions2. Kavikal MattaHilltop temple
A short climb from the hilltop.
An ancient hilltop temple of Rudreshwara Swami among huge stones, with a wide summit view.
Get directions3. Mallandur viewpointsViewpoints
Ask us for the best spot of the day.
Open hill viewpoints where the plantations turn gold at sunrise and sunset.
Get directions4. Bande Kallu GuddaHike
Hike on a steep jeep track.
A trail through coffee plantations to rock with panoramic views of Mullayanagiri and the plains.
Get directions5. Muthodi Wildlife SafariJeep safari
Jeep safari, usually booked in advance.
A jeep safari in the Muthodi range of Bhadra Tiger Reserve (Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary), a Project Tiger reserve. As a homestay near Muthodi Tiger Reserve, we can tell you how to book. What you see varies from trip to trip, and October to February is generally best.
Get directions6. Ukkada WaterfallsTrek
1.5 km steep trek through plantations.
A hidden waterfall with a pool at its base. A good picnic spot.
Get directions7. Mullayanagiri PeakClimb
Climb to the summit. Go early.
The highest peak in Karnataka, about 1,930 m, with wide views of the Western Ghats.
Get directions8. SeethalayyanagiriPeak
Hill climb. Check the trail with us.
A peak in the same range as Mullayanagiri, with sweeping hill views. It can be visited on the same day.
Get directions9. Baba BudangiriShrine
Drive, then a short walk.
A mountain range sacred to Hindus and Muslims, with a shrine, caves and estate views.
Get directions10. Jhari WaterfallsLocal jeep
Local jeep required, then a short walk.
A waterfall in the Baba Budangiri hills, best after the monsoon. No changing rooms.
Get directions11. Manikyadhara FallsWaterfall
Near Baba Budangiri. Check access with us.
A waterfall near the shrine area, often visited on the same trip. Conditions change with the season.
Get directions12. Hirekolale LakeLake
Easy access by road.
A quiet lake with mountains behind it, good for sunset. Carry your own snacks.
Get directions13. Mahatma Gandhi ParkTown park
Each Get directions button starts from Suraksha Homestay, Melluholadagadde village, Mallandur and shows the live driving distance and time in Google Maps. We only publish distances we have checked. Trails, jeep prices and timings change with the season, so call us before a long day.
Quick answers
How do I get the distance and time?
Tap Get directions on any place. Google Maps opens with our location as the start and shows the live driving distance and time.
Do I need a jeep for Jhari Waterfalls?
Yes. Private vehicles generally cannot take the last stretch, so visitors take a local jeep and walk a short distance.
Is this a homestay near Muthodi Tiger Reserve?
Yes. We are a homestay near Muthodi Tiger Reserve and Bhadra Tiger Reserve. Safaris are usually booked in advance through the forest department, and we can tell you how to book.
Read before you go
For more on the peaks and falls, see places to visit near Mullayanagiri and the best waterfalls in Chikmagalur. For a day-by-day plan, read the best places to visit in Chikmagalur in 2 days.
Let us plan your days
Call or WhatsApp us and we will suggest trails and day trips for your group. Back to home, stay, experiences, our 2-day itinerary or contact us.